Researchers are exploring the behavior of "death fold" proteins in the hopes of understanding why some cells die too soon and why others don't die soon enough. faithiecannoise/iStockphoto/Getty Images hide caption
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The Trump administration has suggested that leucovorin, a drug used in cancer treatment, might have some benefit for children with autism. Many researchers and families aren't so sure. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images hide caption
The Trump administration has linked use of the painkiller acetaminophen during pregnancy to autism. Here's what the science, and doctors, have to say about it. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption
Therese McRae with her daughter (left), Stephan Neidenbach (upper right, with his wife Jennifer, and their children) and Jason Mitton (lower right) all want the COVID vaccine and are having trouble getting it. Therese McRae; Stephan Neidenbach; and Jason Mitton hide caption
New federal restrictions on COVID-19 vaccine eligibility cause confusion and anger
What kind of dairy does a body good? Science is updating the answer
Three scientists learned they carry genes that significantly increase their risk for Alzheimer's. Here's how they're grappling with the news, and working to keep their brains healthy. mohd izzuan/Getty Images hide caption
Artificial intelligence has proven effective at helping doctors screen for abnormalities in the colon. Sorbetto/Getty Images hide caption
A new study raises concerns about whether doctors become too reliant on AI
Rams defensive end Kobie Turner takes a sniff of smelling salts during a game against the Packers at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday. Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images hide caption
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has been up and running for three years. The day after its third anniversary, the Trump administration shut down a specialized option for gay and trans young people. Smith Collection/Gado via Getty Images hide caption
Even healthy brains slow down as they age. But there are ways to keep that thinker in tip-top shape. OsakaWayne Studios/Getty Images hide caption
Consumers have flocked online for cheaper alternatives to name brand obesity drugs. JDawnInk/Digital Vision Vectors/Getty Images hide caption
The first Alzheimer's blood test cleared by the Food And Drug Administration is set to make diagnosis more accessible and accurate — and change the way doctors treat the disease. Westend61/Getty Images hide caption
First FDA-cleared Alzheimer’s blood test could make diagnoses faster, more accurate
Even foods you may not guess would have food coloring added often do, like pickled banana peppers. BWFolsom/iStockphoto/Getty Images hide caption
A study recruited Black and Latina women and asked them to log all the beauty products they use in a week. More than half of the women used products with known carcinogens. puhhha/iStockphoto/Getty Images hide caption
Escherichia coli or E. coli is a part of family of bacteria that are commonly found in the human gut. Scientists found that a toxin the bacteria release is linked to some cases of colorectal cancer. Kateryna Kon/Science Photo Libra/Getty Images hide caption
Bacterial toxin may be factor in rise of colon cancer in younger people, study finds
New tests of blood and spinal fluid could help doctors quickly identify patients who would most benefit from treatment. Andrew Brookes/Getty Images hide caption
Yale cognitive neuroscientist Nick Turk-Browne works with a baby and parent during a brain scan. 160/90 hide caption
Why don't we remember being babies? Brain scans reveal new clues
Eli Lilly is selling Zepbound in vials (rather than injector pens) for a discount. Tetra Images/Tetra images RF/Getty Images hide caption
Consumers can buy Zepbound and Wegovy direct from drugmakers if they pay cash
Dr. Steven Lamm leads a comprehensive center for men's health at NYU Langone medical center in New York City. Ashley Milne-Tyte for NPR hide caption
Greater attention to men's health could bridge life expectancy gap, researchers say
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's nominee to be Secretary of Health and Human Services, was on Capitol Hill in early January to meet with senators. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images hide caption
RFK Jr. appears on his way to being Trump’s health secretary after a party-line vote
An illustration of the Vagus nerve, which is part of the autonomic nervous system. Sebastian Kaulitzki/Science Photo Library RF/Getty Images hide caption
U.S. Army Rangers fire an AT4 at a range on Camp Roberts, California. Stocktrek Images/Getty Images/Stocktrek Images hide caption
Several cats have gotten sick from bird flu from eating raw pet food or drinking raw milk. eclipse_images/iStockphoto/Getty Images hide caption