Utilities rely on dirty ‘peaker’ plants when power demand surges, but there are alternatives
The U.S. is nearing the end of one of its hottest summers on record. Across the nation, heat waves have...
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Elle Macpherson’s breast cancer: when the media reports on celebrity cancer, are we really getting the whole story?
Celebrity supermodel Elle Macpherson disclosed in an interview with The Australian Women’s Weekly earlier this week that seven years ago...
How HIV/AIDS got its name − the words Americans used for the crisis were steeped in science, stigma and religious language
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention first used the term “AIDS” on Sept. 24, 1982, more than a year...
Flu shots play an important role in protecting against bird flu. But not for the reason you might think
A current strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has become a global problem. The virus...
Why has COVID been so much worse this summer? The health belief model has the answer
If you think COVID-19 was suddenly in the news a lot over the summer, you’re probably right. Throughout August, outlets...
What is eastern equine encephalitis? Two mosquito researchers explain what’s behind the latest outbreaks
Health authorities in the United States are issuing warnings and closing public parks due to a rare but potentially deadly...
We’ve unlocked exotic, new beer flavours using genetics
One of my favourite summer pastimes is enjoying a cold beer in a bar with friends after work. But not...
Drinking alcohol before conceiving a child could accelerate their aging – new research in mice
The conditions within a person’s home, family and community affect their ability to stay healthy. Scientists studying these social determinants...
WHO has declared mpox a global health emergency. What happens next?
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared mpox a public health emergency of international concern, after rising cases in the...
Early prevention programs for children could help end the opioid crisis
Can a program for Grade 7 students help end the opioid crisis? The answer is yes, according to compelling research...