The Cofán people in Ecuador watch over the forest to defend it from invaders. After studying in the U.S., Hugo Lucitante returned home to help.

The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday announced the first round of experimental drugs that will receive drastically expedited reviews at the agency, part of an effort to ...

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The U.S. is over-reliant on foreign-made generic drugs, which poses a threat to national security and has resulted in the ...

A new analysis found that nearly 700 drugs approved for use in the United States depend on chemicals solely produced in China ...

From omega-3s to probiotics, researchers have tested dozens of “natural” treatments for anxiety and depression. Only a few ...

The discovery of a stone long overlooked in a German museum suggests that Ice Age communities experimented with vivid hues far earlier than scholars believed. A stone artifact from near the end of the ...

New research finds new puppy parents sometimes struggle with time management and other issues. We asked experts for tips to ensure that all members of a household thrive. A female mixed-breed puppy ...

Coffee is known for its robust ability to beckon a person from the depths of sleep every morning. More than two billion cups of coffee are consumed worldwide, per day. While some penchants for a ...

CheapInsurance.com reports that a new $2,000 out-of-pocket cap under Medicare Part D will save millions, but challenges ...

We asked scientists from the Dog Aging Project for practical tips to improve your dog’s lifespan—from what to feed them to ...

Biblical archaeologists are using ancient texts and modern technology to uncover possible clues to one of Christianity's biggest mysteries. Thomas Cole's 1828 oil painting entitled "The Garden of Eden ...