The American Farm School (AFS) in Thessaloniki, Greece, is spearheading a transformative project aimed at revolutionizing agricultural education and practices through the implementation of a data-driven, smart greenhouse. In collaboration with Cisco, Dataways S.A., and… A data-driven farming revolution: Smart Greenhouse in Greece 

If you feel like the world of tech just entered a fast-forward time machine, you’re not alone. That’s why we’ve organized this year’s Cisco U. Spotlight on April 24, 2025, to share our vision of… Cisco U. Spotlight: Your Best Day of Learning is Waiting

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability is more than a buzzword; it’s a critical component of corporate strategy and a key driver of innovation. CEOs almost universally believe that it’s their responsibility to make… Driving Sustainability Forward: The Power of Innovative Partnerships

Federal layoffs affected teams at CDC that research injuries — including car crashes — to understand how to prevent them. Car crashes are the second leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 12.… CDC injury prevention team faced major cuts, putting critical work at risk : Shots

Chronic disease is the defining health crisis of our time. Despite medical advancements, rates of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and neurodegenerative conditions continue to rise. The U.S. spends more on healthcare than any other country,… The Cost of Ignoring the Root Cause of Chronic Disease

1 What’s one major way modern diets are undermining your health despite providing enough calories? They lack essential nutrients due to being ultraprocessed Modern diets filled with ultraprocessed foods, excessive sugar, and harmful vegetable oils… Weekly Health Quiz: DMSO, Methylene Blue, and Modern Diet Dangers

Dr. Olena Weaver of MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston looks at mammogram imagery. The regular mammogram on the left shows a woman with dense breast tissue; on the right is a contrast-enhanced mammogram. Brett… Breast MRI after mammogram? How to decide if you need the test : NPR

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has been a staple in traditional medicine for centuries and is valued across cultures for its ability to ease digestive distress and fight inflammation. Its benefits for stomach ailments, nausea and intestinal… How Ginger Helps Alleviate Inflammatory Bowel Disease

For more than two months, Mary Mayongana, 42, hasn’t been able to consistently take her HIV medication. She says she feels weak and has developed an itchy rash. Ben de la Cruz/NPR hide caption toggle… A 10-year-old, a house painter and a mom struggle to get HIV medication : Goats and Soda : NPR

World Health Organization member states agreed to the treaty after three years of talks. NPR speaks with Precious Matsoso, who served as co-chair of the group tasked with creating the treaty. MILES PARKS, HOST: This… WHO countries finalize historic agreement to help prevent next pandemic : NPR

In my recent interview with Alexis Cowan, Ph.D., a molecular biologist from Princeton, we explored some cutting-edge ideas that can dramatically impact your health. Cowan’s deep knowledge of molecular biology, particularly her passion for light,… The Power of Light, Mitochondria and Circadian Rhythms

“ROMEO” stands for “retired older men eating out” — and it’s one way to keep older guys from being too isolated. Just don’t call it a support group! MILES PARKS, HOST: Self-reliance is a core… Aging men and social connection. Is there a disconnect? : NPR

Cuts to support staff at the Food and Drug Administration are shifting work to the agency’s inspectors. Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg via Getty Images When Health and Human… Cuts to support staff hamstring FDA inspectors : Shots

Firefighters are more likely to develop brain tumors known as gliomas — and now we’re learning why. According to research published in the journal Cancer by a team at the University of California, San Francisco,… Flame Retardant Linked to Brain Tumors in Firefighters

DDurrich/iStockphoto/Getty Images If you feel like your seasonal allergies are getting worse every year, it’s not just you. Warming from climate change is making the pollen season longer, and more people are going to the… Got spring allergies? Doctors share tips for managing your symptoms : NPR