Question Your World: Have we been wrong about body temperatures all along?
Everyone knows that the average human body temperature is 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit … OR IS IT?! Have we been wrong about body temperatures all along?
Question Your World: Why Are Animals Practicing Social Distancing?
This year we've been told to socially distance, but keeping disease from spreading is not just a human goal. Why are animals practicing social distancing?
Question Your World: How Does Memory Work?
Over the years scientists have been piecing together the puzzle that is our brain and recently we just learned about another puzzle piece regarding long-term memory.
Stroll in the Sunshine: Vitamin D and the Immune System
Vitamin D, which is technically not a vitamin at all, is important for immune system health. With October's milder temperatures, taking a midday stroll in the sunshine will help your body convert a protein from ultraviolet rays into vitamin D3.
Question Your World: How Can an Artificial Pancreas Help Manage Diabetes?
An artificial pancreas is a fully automated system that senses glucose readings and increases or decreases insulin delivery with a smart-control algorithm. This innovation could help millions living with Type 1 diabetes, especially children, achieve better glucose management.
