Lupus can affect the voice by causing inflammation in the vocal cords, lungs, or surrounding muscles, leading to symptoms like hoarseness, vocal fatigue, or a weak voice. These changes often arise ...

Ask any little kid who’s playing the grandparent in a school play — high and scratchy is the way to go to pull off a perfect “old person” voice. And while we all understand that what’s being depicted ...

Allergies, infections, and vocal strain are common causes of losing your voice. Resting your voice and staying hydrated can help if you lose your voice. Let your doctor know if you are unable to speak ...

One of the devastating effects of Parkinson’s disease (PD) on a patient is the weakening of their voice. According to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, they may “speak quietly ...

A protocol designed and promoted by the British government for encrypting voice calls has a by-design weakness built into it that could allow for mass surveillance, according to a University College ...

I’ve been writing on the importance of the voice in leadership communications for many years. In my book Power Cues, I wrote about the key element of resonance in the voice as a tool of leadership ...

Mark Gurarie is a writer covering health topics, technology, music, books, and culture. He also teaches health science and research writing at George Washington University's School of Medical and ...