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Flying has gotten worse over the years — and so have passengers. An inside look at how aviation workers deal with angry customers

The bird flu virus continues to spread around the world, including in mammals like cows. Scientists are worried it could become a human virus.

The artificial leaf was a vision for moving beyond fossil fuels. Researchers have since run into obstacles, but continue to push the field forward.

A Villanova University biologist is studying how geckos stick to surfaces in an effort to replicate this mechanism for new medical adhesives

Years of research show it matters when a patient takes medicine. So why don't drugs come with those instructions?

Corinne Carlson, a student athlete, shares how early morning rowing practice affects how she schedules her sleep, and her life.

What science has to say about what makes someone a night owl, whether it’s bad for your health, and if it’s even possible to change.

Election security experts warn that underfunding and a lack of expertise in the field could threaten election integrity.

Medical sociologist Liz Chiarello discusses the effects of prescription drug monitoring programs on both patients and physicians.

Surviving cardiac arrest is rare. Only about 10% of patients pull through. One major factor is getting CPR immediately. New AEDs could help speed things up.

Cardiac researcher Sian Harding discusses scientific advances in heart health including growing artificial hearts from stem cells.

Extreme tantrums related to any demands define PDA, but experts say it’s not about demands, it’s about anxiety.

Some parents say their children are not supported enough. The School District of Philadelphia says they need more staff and resources.

Growing up in the early 2000s, Rebecca Kaplan faced challenges fitting in due to autism-related sensory issues — but on a whim, she hoped buying a pair of jeans would help.

Former congressman Patrick Kennedy and journalist Stephen Fried have teamed up to write a new book together, Profiles in Mental Health Courage.