infectious-disease

Florida’s Genetically Modified Mosquito War

A biotechnology company has received approval to release 750 million genetically modified mosquitoes in the Florida Keys. What could go wrong?

Which Public Spaces Are the Worst for Spreading Coronavirus?

From schools to subways to stadiums, here’s where your favorite recreational place ranks when it comes to public health concerns

What Should I Do When I Discover an Outbreak in My School?

Mumps — yes, MUMPS — is back. (Blame anti-vaxx parents.) If you found out from a private Facebook group that your kid's classmate has it, here's how to do the right thing and go responsibly apeshit

What’s On This?: Cash

Find out what kind of weird shit is crawling around on Abe Lincoln’s beard