Health & Science

A study published Thursday finds that some of these snippets may actually play a vital role in the development of embryos.

The negative effect on African-Americans’ mental health peaked in the month after a police killing, and it dissipated after three months.

State and local authorities could use standards to set their own rules.

Supporters say taxing sugary drinks is a boon for public health — detractors say the levy is a menace for low-income communities. Who’s right?

Though funding for lead testing has gone away, the problem hasn't.

According to a 2016 survey, a third of American teachers are open to the idea that climate change might be naturally occurring instead of something caused by humans.

'Las Doctoras Recomiendan' — or 'The Doctors Recommend' — sounds like getting advice from a friend.

A free program at the Children's Health Center in Reading, Pa. provides resources and social support to new parents in recovery from addiction.

Using big data, research shows water impacts near well sites is rare.

Former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell says he was diagnosed three-and-a-half years ago with Parkinson's disease.

A new study released by a science advocacy organization paints a sobering picture of the sea level rise threat to New Jersey.

The World Health Organization says compulsively playing video games now qualifies as a new mental health condition

The hope is that when people become aware that their drug has fentanyl in it, they'll be more cautious.