Irritating Compounds Can Show Up In 'Vape Juice'
Among the possibly harmful compounds are "acetals," which form when some ingredients combine on the shelf, researchers say, and can inflame airways when inhaled.
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Study Asks If War Makes A Person More ... Or Less ... Religious
The researchers looked at responses of 1,709 people in three countries that have undergone prolonged, brutal conflict. The findings hold encouraging news — and a cautionary note.
Trump Signs Extension To Sept. 11 Victims Compensation Fund
After years of legislative gridlock, the victim compensation fund has been extended to ensure permanent funding for rescue workers whose jobs after the terror attacks caused health problems.
Seizures Of Methamphetamine Are Surging In The U.S.
The amount of meth seized in the U.S. more than doubled from 2017 to 2018. That translates to lots more meth, along with cocaine and other stimulants, on the streets — and likely more deaths.
In A 1st, Doctors In U.S. Use CRISPR Tool To Treat Patient With Genetic Disorder
Victoria Gray, 34, of Forest, Miss., has sickle cell disease. She is the first patient ever to be publicly identified as being involved in a study testing the use of CRISPR for a genetic disease.
Doctors In The U.S. Use CRISPR Technique To Treat A Genetic Disorder For The 1st Time
For the first time, doctors have used the gene-editing technique CRISPR to treat a genetic disorder in the U.S. The patient, who has sickle cell disease, spoke with NPR about her treatment.
Bugged By Insects? 'Buzz, Sting, Bite' Makes The Case For 6-Legged Friends
The decline of Earth's insect population may have serious consequences for humans, says scientist Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson. Insects are the world's janitors, as well as pollinators and a food source.
Kamala Harris Releases 'Medicare For All' Plan With A Role For Private Insurers
The plan clears up confusion over Harris' position, allowing private Medicare plans that follow certain standards. New taxes would be added on stock trades and households earning over $100,000.
Fact Check: Do State Health Plan Changes Deny State Employees Access To Care?
Hospitals have rallied against Republican State Treasurer Dale Folwell's new health care program, saying it will hurt state employees.
Why Democratic Presidential Candidates Are Eager To Talk About Health Care
Democratic candidates are offering competing visions for how to tweak or overhaul the nation's health care system ahead of this week's presidential debate.