Synthetic opioids are lab-made drugs with potent effects on the brain. Learn how they differ from natural opioids, their medical uses, and overdose risks.
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Eggplant has anti-inflammatory compounds, but some people with arthritis react poorly to it. Here's what the evidence says and how to find out which camp you're in.
Practical, evidence-based strategies to reduce UTI risk in older adults, from vaginal estrogen and hydration to what the research says about cranberry and D-mannose.
Coronaviruses range from common cold viruses to outbreak strains like SARS and COVID-19. Learn how they're built, how they spread, and how they're treated.
Excessive sweating can sometimes signal a heart problem, but it often has other causes. Learn how to tell the difference and when to seek medical attention.
Spider silk is pound-for-pound stronger than steel, but the real story is in how its structure and chemistry make it one of nature's toughest materials.