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Let's Lose the Term "Habitable Zone" for Exoplanets
It’s completely unclear whether conditions on the these distant worlds are favorable for life, so we need different terminology
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Trundling toward Extinction
A new study investigates what killed the Midwest's last mastodons
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Why Scientists Should Have Leadership Skills
It’s an excellent way to foster innovation
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We've Already Got Socialized Medicine
Unfortunately, the biggest recipients of government help are the pharmaceutical companies, not patients
Suicide Is Much Too Common among U.S. Physicians
It’s the second-leading cause of death for residents—and the leading cause for male residents
Forecasting Outbreaks—1 Image at a Time
Using satellites to better understand how diseases spread
Meaningful Conversation Is a Crucial Part of Medicine
A diagnosis gives a name to the struggles and pain that individuals and families experience, especially when there is uncertainty and no clear path forward
Are Dogs Probiotic?
Recent studies raise new questions about how much pets can help—and hurt—human health
When Older Drugs are Better Drugs
Pharmaceutical firms want doctors to use the newest medications on the market—but that’s not always the right choice
What Would It Take to Get an Effective Alzheimer's Drug?
Clinical trial failures kick off a search for new approaches
The Promise of LSD Microdoses and Other Psychedelic "Medicines"
Psychiatrist John Halpern discusses the psychotherapeutic potential of peyote, ayahuasca, psilocybin, MDMA and other psychedelics
Does Empathy and Warmth Make a Physician Seem More Competent?
New research suggests that in many cases the answer is yes
Tripping on Peyote in Navajo Nation
A journalist exploring psychedelics’ therapeutic potential participates in a ceremony of the Native American Church
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