
TB on the Comeback Trail
Microbiologist works to decipher the defenses of the centuries-old bacteria
Tuberculosis is back. In 2011, almost 9 million people contracted it, and 1.4 >>

New Hope for Deadly Breast Cancers
Researchers find promising target in battle against tough-to-treat tumors
Tufts researchers have identified a new target for treating particularly aggressive forms of >>

Gums Under Attack
Stress may cause periodontal disease
We all know what contributes to gum disease—poor brushing, forgetting to floss, avoiding checkups, >>

Antidepressants and Early Birth
Pregnant women and their doctors should carefully consider potential effects of medication, study finds
Preterm birth, when babies arrive three or more weeks early, is the leading >>