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Science

Yes, New York City is sinking

Health

Explaining the benefits between liquid vs pill medication | Expert Interview with Phillip Gerk , Ph.D., Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University

Phillip Gerk , Ph.D., is a professor at the School of Pharmacy at Virginia Commonwealth University and explains the differences between liquid vs pill medication.
Vaccines

Autism and the false vaccine conspiracy origin | Expert Interview with Jason Hangauer, Ph.D., Psychologist at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

Jason Hangauer, Ph.D., Psychologist at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital explains the origin of the false autism and vaccine link conspiracy.
Science

No, bubbles don’t keep mosquitoes away

While bubble machines can repel mosquitoes, that’s because of the fans inside the machines, not the bubbles themselves.
Extreme Weather

Breaking down the science of hail, how it forms and how to protect yourself | Expert Interview with Research meteorologist Kiel Ortega

Kiel Ortega, Research meteorologist with the University of Oklahoma explains the science behind the formation of hail storms.
Health

Yes, studies have found some melatonin supplements contain mislabeled doses

A JAMA study found that the majority of melatonin gummy brands analyzed contained lower or higher quantities of sleep aid melatonin than advertised on the bottle.
Food

Yes, a California bill would ban chemicals found in Skittles and other foods

California is considering a ban on the sale and manufacturing of food products that contain five common additives.
Science

Yes, scientists believe all blue-eyed people came from a common ancestor

All blue-eyed people share a specific genetic trait that leads scientists to believe that all blue-eyed people share an ancestor from 6,000 to 10,000 years ago.
Health

No, sweating does not ‘cleanse’ your body of toxins

Many people use saunas to ‘cleanse’ their bodies. But experts say sweating doesn’t cleanse your body — your liver and kidneys do.
Health

The claim that fentanyl is the leading cause of death for U.S. adults ages 18 to 45 needs context

Viral posts claim fentanyl is the leading cause of death for American adults. But CDC does not track the exact number of fentanyl deaths in the 18 to 45 age group.
Science

Yes, many newer car headlights appear brighter than older car headlights

Have you ever wondered whether headlights are getting brighter? That has to do with the colors our eyes are sensitive to and the direction the lights are pointed in.
Science

Yes, there is a difference between SPF and UPF

While both refer to protection against the sun, SPF is listed on sunscreen while UPF applies to clothing.

Berberine is going viral online with weight loss claims. So does it work?

We looked at a single week of gun violence in Maricopa County: Majority of cases unsolved, more than 1/3 involved teens

100-degree temps return this weekend

Air quality concerns after mulch fire in Mesa Wednesday

Phoenix's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Phoenix, Arizona | 12NEWS.com

Yes, New York City is sinking

Explaining the benefits between liquid vs pill medication | Expert Interview with Phillip Gerk , Ph.D., Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University

Autism and the false vaccine conspiracy origin | Expert Interview with Jason Hangauer, Ph.D., Psychologist at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital

No, bubbles don’t keep mosquitoes away

Breaking down the science of hail, how it forms and how to protect yourself | Expert Interview with Research meteorologist Kiel Ortega

Yes, studies have found some melatonin supplements contain mislabeled doses

Yes, a California bill would ban chemicals found in Skittles and other foods

Yes, scientists believe all blue-eyed people came from a common ancestor

No, sweating does not ‘cleanse’ your body of toxins

The claim that fentanyl is the leading cause of death for U.S. adults ages 18 to 45 needs context

Yes, many newer car headlights appear brighter than older car headlights

Yes, there is a difference between SPF and UPF

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