Health

The gut bacteria of meat eaters look similar to those of vegans and vegetarians, as long as they also eat a wide array of plant-based foods. fcafotodigital/Getty Images hide caption …

Kellen Hedler’s classroom aid, Parker Van Buskirk, checks in with Kellen as he works on an assignment. Kellen is largely independent throughout the school day, but Van Buskirk is available …

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and President Jimmy Carter met 20 years ago and forged a close relationship. Says Tedros: “One thing that came to my mind today, attending the …

Mixologist Derek Brown used to own one of the most celebrated bars in the country. Now he’s helping popularize booze-free socializing. hide caption toggle caption If you’re looking for inspiration …

Most water systems in the U.S. have fluoride added to help protect residents’ teeth. Some research raises concerns that, at high enough levels, fluoride may be linked to lower IQs …

The side effects of cancer also affect many peoples’ intimate lives, but the medical community doesn’t always provide them with support. ARI SHAPIRO, HOST: Cancer survival has made giant leaps …

Wildfires raging around Los Angeles mean air quality has plummeted. What’s the risk for everyone breathing that air — and how can people protect themselves?

The Bee Tree Christian Church in Swannanoa, North Carolina, is next to the Paez family’s home. Both the Paez home and the church were inundated by Hurricane Helene’s flood waters …

If your friends think you’re a party pooper for not drinking, ask yourself: “Do you really want to be friends with people who don’t like your company when you’re not …

Bird flu continues to spread widely in cattle and wild birds. What challenges does the incoming Trump administration face in tackling the outbreak and preparing for a possible pandemic? JUANA …