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Sweating the details: Sauna's potential health benefits draw scientists' interest

Sweating the details: Sauna's potential health benefits draw scientists' interest

Will Stone | Oct 11, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC
A group of international researchers is pushing to rigorously study the potential health benefits of sauna and other heat therapies. They hope to bring scientific legitimacy to the age-old practices.
From floating saunas to clinical trials: How heat might help mental healthFrom floating saunas to clinical trials: How heat might help mental health
Will Stone | Oct 5, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
From saunas to psychedelics, how a health reporter sorts science from hypeFrom saunas to psychedelics, how a health reporter sorts science from hype
Gabriel J. Sánchez, Adam Raney, Elissa Nadworny , Will Stone | Oct 3, 2026, 9:57 PM UTC
The copper peptide trend has gone from creams to injections — ahead of the scienceThe copper peptide trend has gone from creams to injections — ahead of the science
Will Stone | Sep 7, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
High-intensity sprints can trigger molecular changes in the bloodstreamHigh-intensity sprints can trigger molecular changes in the bloodstream
Will Stone | Aug 24, 2026, 8:45 AM UTC
A real-world study of Oregon's nonmedical psilocybin program shows promise
A real-world study of Oregon's nonmedical psilocybin program shows promise
Oregon was the first state to establish a legalized and regulated psilocybin industry. Since then, thousands have tried magic mushrooms. Here is the latest data from the state's real-life experiment.
Will Stone | Aug 19, 2026, 3:22 PM UTC
Cialis is an erectile dysfunction drug. Could it also help you live longer?
Cialis is an erectile dysfunction drug. Could it also help you live longer?
In some wellness circles, tadalafil is promoted as a longevity drug. There is evidence showing a link between it and a lower risk of death in men, but there are no well-controlled trials in humans.
Will Stone | Aug 17, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Who really needs testosterone?
Who really needs testosterone?
The military plans to start screening service members for low testosterone, and social media is overflowing with claims about testosterone therapy. But who actually needs it?
Will Stone | Aug 10, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
What would it take to get peptides on the shelf?
What would it take to get peptides on the shelf?
An FDA advisory panel recently voted to green-light some popular peptides. The decision brought enormous attention to the market for these products — and concerns about the unregulated supply.
Will Stone | Aug 3, 2026, 11:00 AM UTC
Peptides get their regulatory close-up
Peptides get their regulatory close-up
A panel of advisers to the Food and Drug Administration will meet this week to make recommendations on whether specialized pharmacies should be allowed to make some popular wellness peptides.
Will Stone | Jul 22, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC