The World Health Organization reports that the bird flu may be spreading fast in China.

Research suggests that a sedentary lifestyle starts early in life.

Do you know the difference between genotype and phenotype? Can you perform a monohybrid cross? Test your knowledge of Mendelian genetics. Take the quiz.

A campaign from the FDA encourages people to follow the directions when using over-the-counter painkillers.

A study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine journal suggests that leeches may relieve pain better than topical anti-inflammatory treatments. Patients in the study were required to allow the ... Read More

Blood vessels are intricate networks of hollow tubes that transport blood throughout the entire body. Examples of blood vessels include arteries, veins, capillaries, and sinusoids. Read more.

Archaeologists have discovered mummified lion remains in a tomb associated with King Tut. This discovery is the first of its kind and suggests that lions held a sacred position in ... Read More

Pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis. Yes, this is an actual word. What does it mean? Biology can be filled with words that sometimes seem incomprehensible. By "dissecting" these words into discrete units, even the ... Read More

Endangered species are animals and plants that are on the verge of vanishing from the earth. These species have become endangered due to habitat loss, exploitation, or habitat disturbance. One ... Read More

A study reports that farmed salmon can be more toxic than wild salmon.

The CDC reports that in some parts of the country, the flu outbreak may have peaked.

Meiosis is a two-part cell division process in organisms that reproduce sexually. Reproductive cells, or gametes, are produced by this type of cell division. Read more. Visit the Meiosis Image ... Read More

Happy New Year! However, after a night of celebration and drinking, many people may not feel so happy. People who consume alcohol to intoxication often experience what is known as ... Read More