Daniel J. Levitin's “I Heard There Was a Secret Chord” explores the many ways music can help heal our bodies and minds.

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In the U.K., a pharma-run watchdog has been issuing fines and levying suspensions. Could this help build public trust?

The state's aggressive approach includes declaring an animal health emergency and paying farmers who help researchers.

The rate of antipsychotic drug use in nursing homes has remained stubbornly high. Experts are concerned about misuse.

A race-neutral algorithm for lung function was recommended last year. Adopting it comes with thorny consequences.