For centuries, humans have thought of death as a single, dramatic instant - the final heartbeat, the last breath, the moment when the light fades from the eyes. But modern science, ancient philosophy, ...

Groundbreaking research revealed that many genes in mice, zebrafish, and humans actually become more active after clinical death. This suggests that we need to redefine death, because it’s not a ...

Most people believe thirst is the first sign of dehydration, but this dangerous misconception puts millions at risk every day. By the time you feel thirsty, your body has already been operating in ...

A hospice doctor who oversees the care of terminally ill patients in their final moments has detailed exactly what happens to the body when we're dying. Death is usually marked when a patient's heart ...