This built-in backup system means that if one part fails, another often steps in to carry the load — a marvel of nature often overlooked ...

To protect your eye health and support your vision, these are 10 simple things you can do every day for your eyes.

The first thing I noticed about Calvin Ratladi were his eyes. Huge, mysterious pools of something warm and comforting. We met on the stairs leading up to Rhodes Theatre in Makhanda where the play he ...

During an eye exam, an optometrist may be able to measure the diameter of blood vessels to determine if a person is likely to ...

Do people across cultures and throughout history agree on which body parts are more or less valuable? Until now, no one had systematically tested whether body parts are valued similarly across space, ...

A simple change in your hair part or fringe can instantly lift, elongate or soften your features. Here's how to find one that ...

Nearly two million people worldwide have lost the simple ability to feel steady. Now researchers have developed an ...

Young frogs can replace legs, toes, and even parts of their eyes. While adults lose some of this talent as they age, their early-life regeneration is still astounding. Scientists study these frogs to ...

Our hands are covered in germs that are spread to these sensitive body parts, and in some instances, they can also gather ...

The animal kingdom is full of fascinating adaptations, but perhaps none is more remarkable than the ability to regenerate lost body parts. While humans can heal wounds and regrow some tissues like ...

Essential hygiene tips, highlighting eight body parts to avoid touching to prevent germs and keep the family healthy in our dusty West Texas environment.

On-screen and in hospitals, fake body parts are getting more and more realistic. That helps medical students practice for real procedures.