A new study found that many common genetic variants — each with a small effect — together explain why migraines cluster in some families.The study, lead by scientists from Massachusetts...

We thought 2010 would be hard to top but we’re happy to say that 2011 has been even better. Here's our list of some of the most intriguing developments from 2011.

Editor’s note: This post has been changed from its original to reflect regulatory changes on what 23andMe can report to customers. Science is slow. It can take years to enroll...

Headaches are a pain — literally. But while most people see them as a temporary nuisance, many others find them extremely debilitating. For the 8% of men and 17% of...

Here’s how it goes for me: a few afternoons a year, usually when I haven’t slept or eaten right, but sometimes for no apparent reason, I begin to sense a...

SNPwatch gives you the latest news about research linking various traits and conditions to individual genetic variations. These studies are exciting because they offer a glimpse into how genetics may...