Autopsies often do far more than confirm how someone died; they expose hidden injuries, buried secrets, and details no one expected to find. In some cases, what’s discovered in the morgue reshapes ...

Sunbeams through the windows illuminate floating dust motes—and, imperceptibly, microdroplets of mucus carrying the measles virus, expelled from an infected but asymptomatic child who is hopping and ...

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It's easier than ever to test for sexually transmitted infections at home. We break down whether or not you should. Getting tested for sexually transmitted infections can feel complex, confusing, or ...

Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of ...

In the realm of medical advancements, a universal vaccine that can protect against any pathogen has long been a Holy Grail—and about as elusive as a mythological vessel. But Stanford Medicine ...

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