Over-the-counter birth control pills boost access, study finds.

FDA approval of OTC birth control pills improved access, especially for uninsured and minority groups.

US unprepared for aging population, study finds

America is aging, and it's not ready. Disparities in access to essential services found.

Seabirds' Frequent Pooping Habits Surprise Scientists

Streaked Shearwaters poop every 4 to 10 minutes, losing 5% of their body mass hourly, a new study finds.

Childhood attention problems linked to adolescent delinquency

Kids with attention issues at 9 more likely to smoke, engage in delinquency by 15, per study.

New CRISPR method reactivates silenced genes

New CRISPR technique removes methyl groups to switch genes back on, confirming methylation's role in gene silencing.

New treatment eliminates bladder cancer in 82% of patients.

A new drug-releasing system, TAR-200, eliminated tumors in 82% of patients in a phase 2 clinical trial for high-risk bladder cancer.

Study uncovers mechanism behind early smell loss in Alzheimer's

Research in mice reveals how Alzheimer's may cause early smell loss, pointing to potential early detection methods.

CRISPR advance activates silenced genes

Researchers develop a new CRISPR method to safely reactivate silenced genes.

New CRISPR Technique Targets Genetic Diseases

New CRISPR technique removes DNA tags to switch genes on, offering safer treatment for genetic diseases.

Strong stomach-brain link tied to poor mental health

Study finds strong stomach-brain link may indicate worse mental health.