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Compounding pharmacies will now be able to sell 6 popular peptides, despite the fact they have not been proved safe and effective.

Why are some people hit harder by certain diseases than others? Why do some patients respond better to a treatment, while others see no effect? Biomarkers can help answer these questions.

Your farts' aromas are tuned to your diet - and your overall health.

A physician who devises screening guidelines for the American Cancer Society explains the pros and cons of the Galleri multicancer early detection test.

For veterans with brain injuries, noisy, overstimulating environments can lead to high stress and irritability, making them want to avoid such situations altogether.

It can be tempting to ratchet up training intensity for kids in youth sports, but focusing on fun and letting them lead the way may ultimately be more rewarding.

An epidemiologist and mother explains what families need to know about measles and why a preventable disease has become a public health threat once again.

An epidemiologist who was on the ground during the 2014-16 Ebola outbreak examines the lessons that experience offers for the DRC.

Calcium deposits on arteries, observed on a mammogram, can provide a useful nudge to check up on cardiovascular health.

Using an ADHD diagnosis to avoid hard tasks, rather than to plan around them, is linked to more anxiety and lower quality of life.