There are now more legal cannabis workers than dental hygienists in the US
The total number of job postings for the cannabis industry increased 445% in 2017, according to job-search website ZipRecruiter.
Why scientists need arts training for the safety of society
To engage responsibly, our next generation of scientists needs training in the arts and ethics.
The truth behind US fertility rates
US fertility rates have reached another record low, at 62.0 births per 1,000 women of childbearing age, according to the most recent government figures.
This new blood test could revolutionise early screening for cancer
Researchers have developed a non-invasive blood test that can detect the presence of eight common cancers.
Research shows athletes with no history of concussion still suffer from brain damage
New research suggests that even if a hit to the head doesn't lead to a concussion, it could lead to a brain disease called Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy.
What happened in Davos today? The best of Day 3
Malala on education, Teresa May on Britain, plus the secret of happiness. Here's your round-up of the third day of Davos.
This is what we need to beat malaria for good
National and regional programs will drive global eradication from the bottom up.
3 things that will change medicine in 2018
Healthcare is on the verge of a digital revolution across every aspect of the sector, from the lab bench to the patient’s bedside.
What keeps the President of the World Bank up at night?
The global economy is back on its feet and growing steadily - but there are three major issues we need to address to keep that up, says Jim Yong Kim, President of the World Bank.
5 key trends for the future of healthcare
Drones, gene editing and digital developments will all play a role in this golden era of innovation
350 million people suffer from rare diseases. Here's how tech can help
Approximately 7,000 rare diseases have been identified, yet the vast majority of these often severe and complex conditions have no specific treatment.
How virtual reality could help save your life
Virtual reality is transforming healthcare, guiding surgeons through complex medical procedures that would have been unthinkable in the past.