medicines
The Rise and Rise of Antibiotic Abuse in India
Antibiotics are used against some types of bacterial infections. But many Indians are being prescribed these meds to treat what are mostly viral infections, and this is messing up the country.
The Bioethics Film Festival Wants Scientists to Heed the Warnings of Science-Fiction
The Penn Bioethics Film fest is trying to start a public dialog about the real scientific issues that appear in films such as 'Ex Machina,' and 'Her.'
Researchers Will Try to Grow Space Drugs on the Space Station
“NASA needs to develop self-sustaining measures to keep humans healthy in space because calling 911 is not an option."
Venezuelans Are Almost Defenseless in the Face of Zika
The mosquito-borne virus appears to be spreading rapidly through Venezuela where chronic shortages of medication, repellent, and contraception, are making people particularly vulnerable to its potential risks.
Venezuelans at Risk as Country's Ailing Healthcare System Deteriorates
The country is facing a critical shortage of medical supplies as its economy reels, depriving vulnerable citizens of treatment and forcing them in some cases to resort to veterinary medicine.
Breast Cancer Drugs Are Hiding in Bodybuilding Supplements
Researchers found a medicine called tamoxifen in a dietary supplement.