Should doctors change the Hippocratic Oath?
Our society puts a lot of stock in antiquity. But if doctors abided by the original Hippocratic Oath, surgery wouldn't be an option and medical school would be free. Is it time for an update to the oath?
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How does pregnancy affect the senses of smell and taste?
You already know that pregnant women have sensitive noses and stomachs, but you probably don't know why. Could it benefit the baby?
Have scientists found a way to read your mind?
A study published in February 2007 shows that through brain scans and corresponding computer software, researchers are able to read people's intentions with great accuracy. Find out how they did it and what it means for the future of "private thoughts."
What causes the muscle cramps in my legs?
Leg cramps can stop you dead in your tracks, anytime day or night. What causes your muscles to spasm like that, and what can you do about the pain?
Why would you take poison as medicine?
Sticks and stones may break your bones, but tarantula venom may prevent you from having a heart attack. Could some of the world's most fearsome creatures be harboring cures for disease?
How Flavor Tripping Works
It might be called flavor tripping, but there are no drugs involved. People pop a berry known as miracle fruit and marvel as sweet becomes sour and savory becomes sweet. What is this magical berry? How does this "miracle" happen?
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