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Is the key to quitting in our DNA? [Photos: Juergen Jester, Rodolfo Clix. Compiled by Karina Hamalainen]
Smoking Gene
Genetics may someday help smokers decide the best way to quit.
By Karina Hamalainen, May 7th, 2008
TOPIC health
Drinking to Your Health with Probiotic Yogurt?
More evidence in the debate over the benefits of “good” bacteria in yogurt.
By Adam T. Hadhazy, April 30th, 2008
Is it true I am more likely to get a concussion after already having one?
- Asks Bailey from New York
By Monica Heger, April 28th, 2008
A Silver Coating in the Fight Against Microbes
Silver nanoparticles could be the next step forward in antibacterial products.
By Monica Heger, April 18th, 2008
Life Without GINA
Coping with fears of genetic discrimination leads some people to take matters into their own hands.
By Rachel Mahan, April 4th, 2008
Thawing the World’s Freezer
What global warming means for preserved microorganisms.
By Kristin Elise Phillips, March 21st, 2008
Hope for Those Most Vulnerable to Malaria
A vaccine ready for its final trial phase may protect African infants and children.
By Natalie Peretsman, March 12th, 2008
Why are food allergies on the rise?
- Asks Jackie from Connecticut
By Eric R. Olson, March 10th, 2008
Do those antioxidants in food really prevent cancer?
- Asks Paul in New York, NY
By Stuart Fox, March 3rd, 2008
The Return of Dr. House
Thanks to a combination of technology, policy and economics, the venerable practice of the house call is making a comeback.
By Stuart Fox, February 29th, 2008
