New research on how amblyopia actually works could lead to better treatments that improve 3-D vision.
Putting the ‘lazy eye’ to work
As mysterious coronavirus spreads, an infectious disease expert explains what you should know
Infectious disease expert Dr. Charles Chiu talks about the origins of the Wuhan virus and explains the public health risks.
Spreading hope and healing for fragile X syndrome
Doctors offer families support in a region of the world just beginning to recognize let alone treat the condition.
The mosquito that repels the dengue virus
An international team of scientists has synthetically engineered mosquitoes that halt dengue virus transmission.
America’s most widely consumed cooking oil causes genetic changes in the brain
Soybean oil is linked to metabolic and neurological changes in mice in new research.
Single-payer systems likely to save money in US, analysis finds
Lower administrative and drug costs would be main drivers of cost savings, new study says.
Your biggest daily exposure to air pollutants comes while driving your car to work
Learn the best combinations of fan speed and ventilation mode to protect your respiratory health.
A better flu shot could be on the horizon
Biomolecular engineer Rebecca DuBois is collaborating on a large NIH project to create a universal vaccine for influenza.
New helmet design can deal with sports’ twists and turns
UC Berkeley neurologist Robert Knight has designed a helmet that can absorb blows today's helmets don't protect against.
Putting gene therapy in reach
A disruptive new technology could bring cellular engineering and its lifesaving potential to more people.
E-scooters show alarming spike in injuries
Hospital admissions quadrupled in last four years, UCSF study finds, mainly in young adults.
UC San Diego doctors come together to save eyesight of 3-year-old gorilla
Mother and child receive treatment together as medical team assists in surgery to remove cataract caused by trauma.