medicine

History’s 29 Scariest Contraceptive Devices

Modern birth control still has its flaws, but at least we no longer live in a world where women are encouraged to shove glass up their vaginas.

By Erin Kelly • Jul 22, 2015

History’s 29 Scariest Contraceptive Devices

Modern birth control still has its flaws, but at least we no longer live in a world where women are encouraged to shove glass up their vaginas.

By Erin Kelly • July 22, 2015

The Heroin Vaccine That Could Save ‘Quadrillions’ On Healthcare Costs

This heroin vaccine could save countless lives--and federal dollars. Learn more about it with us.

By All That's Interesting • Jul 15, 2015

The Heroin Vaccine That Could Save ‘Quadrillions’ On Healthcare Costs

This heroin vaccine could save countless lives--and federal dollars. Learn more about it with us.

By All That's Interesting • July 15, 2015

WTF? 20 X-Rays Of Things That Aren’t Supposed To Be In Humans

A spatula can go there?! The weirdest x-rays are often the most gruesome ones. Squeamish friends, you've been warned.

By Erin Kelly • Jul 9, 2015

WTF? 20 X-Rays Of Things That Aren’t Supposed To Be In Humans

A spatula can go there?! The weirdest x-rays are often the most gruesome ones. Squeamish friends, you've been warned.

By Erin Kelly • July 9, 2015

It’s Not All In Your Head: Unraveling The Mystery Of Conversion Disorder

For centuries, we have looked at people whose symptoms lack a definite cause as crazy or "hysterical." But they might be experiencing conversion disorder.

By Abby Norman • Jun 15, 2015

It’s Not All In Your Head: Unraveling The Mystery Of Conversion Disorder

For centuries, we have looked at people whose symptoms lack a definite cause as crazy or "hysterical." But they might be experiencing conversion disorder.

By Abby Norman • June 15, 2015

3 Amazing Medical Advances That Are Fighting Back Against Disease

From domesticating viruses and drinking antimatter to fight cancer, these amazing medical advances will change how we treat diseases in the future.

By Richard Stockton • Jun 10, 2015

3 Amazing Medical Advances That Are Fighting Back Against Disease

From domesticating viruses and drinking antimatter to fight cancer, these amazing medical advances will change how we treat diseases in the future.

By Richard Stockton • June 10, 2015

5 Accidental Discoveries That Changed The World

In many ways, modernity can be viewed as little more than the the product of centuries of dumb luck. As you are about to see, some of the world’s most significant milestones were the result of nothing more than happy accidents. Accidental Discoveries: Penicillin Scottish biologist Alexander Fleming changed modern...

By Savannah Cox • May 25, 2015

5 Accidental Discoveries That Changed The World

In many ways, modernity can be viewed as little more than the the product of centuries of dumb luck. As you are about to see, some of the world’s most significant milestones were the result of nothing more than happy accidents. Accidental Discoveries: Penicillin Scottish biologist Alexander Fleming changed modern...

By Savannah Cox • May 25, 2015

Red Medicine: Is Cuba The New Global Leader In Medical Science?

As the United States has taken some initial steps to reopen trade with Cuba, many of us are learning about the latter’s revolutionary, often successful medical interventions throughout recent history. Earlier this year, Cuba sent droves of doctors to Africa to aid in resolving the Ebola crisis, but most recently,...

By Chris Altman • May 19, 2015

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Red Medicine: Is Cuba The New Global Leader In Medical Science?

As the United States has taken some initial steps to reopen trade with Cuba, many of us are learning about the latter’s revolutionary, often successful medical interventions throughout recent history. Earlier this year, Cuba sent droves of doctors to Africa to aid in resolving the Ebola crisis, but most recently,...

By Chris Altman • May 19, 2015

For Those With HPPD, The Acid Trip Never Ends

For anyone experimenting with mind-altering drugs, the prospect of having a “bad trip” is a rather unsettling one. But what if the trip never ends?

By Savannah Cox • Apr 16, 2015

For Those With HPPD, The Acid Trip Never Ends

For anyone experimenting with mind-altering drugs, the prospect of having a “bad trip” is a rather unsettling one. But what if the trip never ends?

By Savannah Cox • April 16, 2015

Planking, Hospitals For The Dead, And The Creepy Origins Of “Saved By The Bell”

Thanks to modern medical technology and the pervading cultural ideal that doctors should be formally educated and trained, we no longer have to worry about being buried alive. For much of history, however, it was actually a legitimate concern for a person to have, particularly if they suffered from episodes...

By Abby Norman • Mar 30, 2015

Planking, Hospitals For The Dead, And The Creepy Origins Of “Saved By The Bell”

Thanks to modern medical technology and the pervading cultural ideal that doctors should be formally educated and trained, we no longer have to worry about being buried alive. For much of history, however, it was actually a legitimate concern for a person to have, particularly if they suffered from episodes...

By Abby Norman • March 30, 2015

A Brief History Of The World’s Oldest Disease, Leprosy

Many diseases have been around as long as humans, but Leprosy’s social history is the most inextricably linked with human evolution.

By Abby Norman • Feb 17, 2015

A Brief History Of The World’s Oldest Disease, Leprosy

Many diseases have been around as long as humans, but Leprosy’s social history is the most inextricably linked with human evolution.

By Abby Norman • February 17, 2015