Medicine

Oldest known use of narcotic opium discovered in ancient pots

And now we have morphine.

By Cassidy Ward | 

1 week ago

When you get a concussion, your skull may get thicker and we're not sure why

Your bones are calling in reinforcements.

By Cassidy Ward | 

2 weeks ago

Naps could be raising blood pressure and risk of stroke

A nap today could lead to a dirt nap tomorrow.

By Cassidy Ward | 

2 months ago

Plants make their own aspirin to protect them when stressed

Can you still get a headache if you don't have a head?

By Cassidy Ward | 

2 months ago

Building a poop bank for human fecal transplants

Anyone else suddenly want to wash their hands?

By Cassidy Ward | 

2 months ago

There are stem cells in your urine, and they could regenerate your own tissues

You'll never look at your toilet the same way again.

By Cassidy Ward | 

3 months ago

How face transplants work: The science behind 'Face/Off'

You don't need to worry about Nicolas Cage stealing your identity anytime soon.

By Cassidy Ward | 

3 months ago

Snake venom could save patients from bleeding out!

We never thought we'd be begging for snake venom.

By Cassidy Ward | 

3 months ago

In a pinch, you might be able to breathe through your butt

It's not ideal, but it works!

By Cassidy Ward | 

3 months ago

Schizophrenia might have an autoimmune cause

Most minds are at war with themselves, some more than others.

By Cassidy Ward | 

3 months ago