The investigative minds at How to Survive examine how cockroach infestations spread and the steps households take to recover.

Termites did not evolve complex societies by adding new genetic features. Instead, scientists found that they became more ...

T ermites are the descendants of cockroaches, and have undergone significant genetic change to live in vast colonies where breeding is restricted to a single pair. A study of the genetic path they ...

Termites are among the most successful animals on Earth, forming vast societies that can number in the millions. But how did such complex social systems evolve from solitary ancestors that looked much ...

New research shows how surface material and temperature change how long viruses survive and whether they can still spread.

Cockroach infestations don’t just bring creepy crawlers, they fill homes with allergens and bacterial toxins that can trigger asthma and allergies. NC State researchers found that larger infestations ...

How firmly you can squeeze your hand provides clinicians with a snapshot into your overall health—with studies consistently linking a strong grip to a healthier, longer life. Every time you twist open ...

With flu cases surging in Illinois as a new and mutated variant rapidly spreads, mitigating spread of those who contract the virus is increasingly important. But how long are you actually contagious ...

A new app called "Death Clock" is claiming that it can tell users how long they have to live using AI. The app looks at medical history and lifestyle choices to give users a life expectancy. NBC News' ...

It has been less than a year since President Donald Trump returned to office, and in that time, his administration has been relentless in pushing forward its agenda. Trump's approach has been ...

With retirement inching closer, I’ve found myself confronting an uncomfortable question: How many more years will I live? One of the big unknowns that make retirement planning so tricky is the ...