Scientists say that even with the best and most expensive research available, a vaccine against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes
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Naming the new coronavirus: Why taking Wuhan out of the picture matters
Stop calling the novel coronavirus outbreak the “Wuhan coronavirus,” and start getting comfortable with “COVID-19.” That’s the World Health Organization’s
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Why should my child take swimming lessons? And what do they need to know?
Drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional death from injury worldwide. From July 2018 to June 2019, 276 people
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Why weight training may be the best exercise for everyone
While research shows little or no link between exercise and any meaningful long-term weight loss, that doesn’t mean exercising, particularly
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Men Are Sharing When and Why They Take Their Wedding Rings Off
The wedding ring can be a beautiful, romantic symbol of a couple’s commitment to each other. But is it practical?
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Why you shouldn't reuse your gym clothes without washing them first
Most of us would be reluctant to admit that we reuse gym clothes – but let’s be honest, it’s probably
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This Man's Lungs Became Inflamed After Switching His Bedding—Here's Why
Feather bedding can add an extra layer of warmth and comfort to your bed — especially during the winter months.
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Why your white noise machine might not be helping you sleep
It comes in pink, brown, and white. No, we’re not talking about ice cream or fashion accessories — we’re talking about noise,
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Why some Parkinson’s patients develop harmful addictive behaviours
A QIMR Berghofer study has discovered how the medications given to people with Parkinson’s disease cause some patients to develop
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Why confidence is key to persuasion
In persuasive communications, vocal cues affect a speaker’s ability to persuade others. Wharton marketing professor Jonah Berger conducted four experiments
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