Your immune system keeps a record of everything it’s ever fought, from the common cold to chronic disease. Neuroscientist and TED Fellow Beck Brachman explains how, by decoding this archive, scientists may be able to identify the root...

You've probably heard of multiple sclerosis, especially if you're a fan of The West Wing. But can we ever cure MS? Yes. But also, no. But also, probably? It's complicated.<br/>

Vaccines for covid or the flu teach your immune system to remember a threat so that it responds when that threat shows up. Some researchers want to delete immune memories instead, because those aberrant memories are the cause of...

Does bee venom therapy work? Stings cause pain, itching, or even death in some people, so how might potential benefits outweigh the risks?

Scorpion venom and insect poison sound really deadly, but scientists are increasingly turning them into medical treatments that save millions of lives. Hosted by: Hank Green

When we think parasites, we often think of illness, disease, and discomfort. But did you know some of them can actually be helpful? Join Stefan Chin and learn all about them in a fun SciShow compilation all about the world of parasites!

Parasites. They’re all around us, from birds’ nests to litter boxes to our brains, and while plenty of them are harmful to the health of animals like us, some of them can actually be good!

Five years ago, TED Fellow Jennifer Brea became progressively ill with myalgic encephalomyelitis, commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome, a debilitating illness that severely impairs normal activities and on bad days makes even the...

The list of symptoms for “Long COVID” are even more vast than the opinions about the right name for the condition. But the more we learn about it, and how it is similar to other post-infection syndromes, the better we can help those who...

After a traumatic brain injury, it sometimes happens that the brain can repair itself, building new brain cells to replace damaged ones. But the repair doesn't happen quickly enough to allow recovery from degenerative conditions like...

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We need an inside-out approach to how we diagnose disease, says immuno-engineer and TED Fellow Aaron Morris. Introducing cutting-edge medical research, he unveils implantable technology that gives real-time, continuous analysis of a...

Our immune systems are generally pretty great, but sometimes they can turn on us. And for some reason, these autoimmune conditions mostly affect women.

Some doctors have actually found a connection between having parasitic worms and not having immune system problems like allergies or arthritis.

After 36 years in the military, U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Luciano Yulfo ended his career in Afghanistan when a bomb shattered his left leg, leaving him disabled and soon to be without a leg. His 27-year-old daughter...

Howcast - Learn about marijuana's use in helping to relieve symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis in this Howcast video.

This video discusses the use of recombinant DNA technology in the production of therapeutic proteins. It explains how genetic engineering allows for the mass production of safe and effective versions of proteins that the human body...

Learn about J.K. Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, who dreamed of being a writer and eventually found great success in her world famous fantasy series.

Alice and Jason develop a new routine to help Jason with his daily tasks as they work together to finish his film, linking Alice’s hands with Jason’s mind. Amidst the challenges, they receive surprising news: Alice is pregnant again,...

Jason and Alice experience a challenging day, from dealing with frustrations during a film shoot to navigating the streets with a low-charged scooter. Later, Alice suffers a miscarriage and has to go to the emergency room alone because...

During a visit to his grandmother, Jason and Alice share the news that they are expecting a baby. While the family celebrates the upcoming addition, Alice reflects on the challenges they will face, especially as Jason's health...

Jason develops an idea to create a platform where people can share accessible locations on a map. With Alice's help, they start fundraising and collaborating with others in the area. The project aims to make mobility information easily...

Alice expresses her frustration and guilt over feeling trapped by the responsibilities of caring for Jason, as she longs for the adventurous life they could have had together. She decides to take a much-needed break to restore her...

Over the past few years, Jason has found solace in editing his film as his creative outlet. However, as his condition worsens, tasks like editing become increasingly difficult, especially due to the loss of function in his hands. He...