
Julia Belluz
Freelance contributor
Latest articles by Julia Belluz


Evidence is mounting that it’s not just mosquitoes that can pass the disease from person to person.


But it’s the right thing to do.


The actor’s announcement about his HIV status prompted “the greatest number of HIV-related Google searches ever recorded in the United States.”


These are the surprisingly basic facts scientists still don’t know about Zika.


Inspired by communism, she wants to abolish copyright so that everyone can access science.


Late-night eating is considered a risk factor for weight gain, obesity, and diabetes.


For most people, a switch to the generic version of their prescription medication means big cost savings with no medical side effects.


The island nation is using reggae to educate the public about the virus.

Ever wondered why those giant tomatoes at the grocery store taste like cardboard?


The condition continues to confound the medical community.