Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news . I asked Yoder and his colleague, epidemiologist Kathy Benedict, PhD, what their thoughts were on the ...

Whether because of poorly-fitting shoes, moisture, or just bad luck, every hiker’s tangled with those raw, fluid-filled bumps. Science can tell you how they form—but can it stop you from getting them?

Backpacking is an exciting way to explore the wilderness or travel to foreign countries on a budget. However, carrying all of your possessions on your back can make it difficult to plan and prepare ...