Many medical institutions in North Carolina are in need of whole body donations to support their medical programs and healthcare trainings. “One of the greatest gifts a person could make is to donate ...

We often think of aging as a slow, inevitable slide into frailty. The common narrative is that our immune system simply runs out of steam, leaving us open to infection and disease. But scientists at ...

The return to "standard time" is better for our health according to sleep scientists, but the time change can be disruptive, and our bodies must also adjust to more hours of darkness as we head ...

Inside your body, an intricate communication network constantly monitors breathing, heart rate, digestion, and immune function — a hidden “sixth sense” called interoception. Now, Nobel laureate Ardem ...

An exercise science degree can lead to careers in healthcare, fitness, public health, and human performance. At Willamette, you'll study how the body moves, how people stay healthy, and how to turn ...

As clocks spring forward, light and movement are cues for daytime wakefulness that can improve sleep and overall health ...

Remember seeing your triglyceride levels in your lab report? Ah! Fats you may dismiss, thinking of the next gym work you need to head to. Fatty acids are broken down via a process called β-oxidation.