Giraffes have always amazed scientists with their towering height. Their long necks were thought to reach trees for food. But new research suggests a different evolutionary purpose altogether. Long ...

Correspondence to: Dr J L Tol The Hague Medical Centre, Antoniushove, PO Box 411, Burgemeester Banninglaan 1, 2260 AK Leidschendam, The Netherlands; h.tol{at}mchaaglanden.nl Aim: To assess whether the ...

If you’ve ever wondered why the giraffe has such a long neck, the answer seems clear: it lets them reach succulent leaves atop tall acacia trees in Africa. Only giraffes have direct access to those ...

Avascular necrosis is a type of osteonecrosis resulting from a disruption in blood supply to the proximal femur and is a major complication associated with developmental hip dysplasia.

Unless you’re a budding yogi, it’s not often that you stand on one leg. After all, you’re not a flamingo. But this quick minute(ish) activity can actually reveal a lot about your physical health. It’s ...

The Detroit Lions are dealing with a slew of new injuries on their offensive line, including one that will leave them without a starter for the balance of the regular season. "Mahogany’s going to be ...