Scientists say we need a ‘Category 6’ for hurricanes

On this podcast episode, a scientist digs into climate change's effects on hurricanes and why we need a new category for the storms.

U. Chicago • futurity
May 23, 2024 ~3 min

Icing an injury may do more harm than good

Experts have tips on properly administering thermal therapies after an injury, surgery, or in simple recovery from exercise.

Tufts University • futurity
May 22, 2024 ~10 min


Meat prices will likely go up this summer

A new report provides insights on the future price of beef, pork, and chicken cuts traditionally used for grilling.

Laura Muntean-Texas A&M • futurity
May 14, 2024 ~5 min

Dreams help you process bad experiences

New research suggests that "dreaming after an emotional experience might help us feel better in the morning."

Heather Ashbach-UC Irvine • futurity
May 14, 2024 ~5 min

COVID lockdowns linked to increase in overdose deaths

Lockdown policies intended to curb the spread of COVID appear to have contributed to an increase in drug overdose deaths, researchers find.

Daryl Lovell-Syracuse • futurity
May 13, 2024 ~5 min

Do you know what forever chemicals are?

With forever chemicals in the news, an expert explains what they are, where they're found, and what's being done to limit their impact.

U. Pittsburgh • futurity
May 3, 2024 ~7 min

New approach could lead to universal flu vaccine

A new experimental vaccine that targets portions of the flu virus that don't change could lead to a universal, long-lasting shot.

Karl Bates-Duke • futurity
May 3, 2024 ~7 min

What you need to know about ‘game changer’ food allergy drug

The drug omalizumab, commonly used to treat asthma, nasal polyps, and hives, prevents severe reactions in people with food allergies.

Scott Hesel - U. Rochester • futurity
April 30, 2024 ~7 min


How to handle your cat’s feline asthma

Wheezing is often a strong indication of asthma, but there are also other signs that can help make a diagnosis. An expert fills you in.

Texas A&M University • futurity
April 29, 2024 ~6 min

How TikTok’s algorithm personalizes what you see

An expert explains how TikTok recommends videos, the impact that has on users, and how to possibly mitigate unwanted effects.

Stefan Milne-U. Washington • futurity
April 25, 2024 ~10 min

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