Death and redemption in an American prison
More than a quarter century after an inmate helped start a hospice program in one of the nation's most notorious prisons, he is trying to spread the idea.
Health & Safety
Millions of women are 'under-muscled.' These foods help build strength
We start to lose muscle in our 30s, and the loss accelerates with age, putting us at risk of frailty later in life. But what you eat — specifically how much protein — is a big part of the solution.
FDA approves a drug to treat severe food allergies, including milk, eggs and nuts
Xolair is considered the first medication approved by the FDA that can help protect against severe allergic reactions brought on by accidental exposure to certain foods.
Oscar-nommed doc: A 13-year-old and her dad demand justice after she is raped
In "To Kill a Tiger," director Nisha Pahuja follows the case of a girl who is gang-raped in her Indian village. The villagers say she should marry one of the rapists.
The CDC investigates a multistate E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheddar cheese
Health officials reported 10 cases of E. coli infection, adding that the number of people sick is likely "much higher." Those cases were from California, Colorado, Texas and Utah.
A bleak outlook for global humanitarian funding in 2024
The humanitarian sector is facing a funding crisis, even as needs around the world continue to grow. We talk with experts and to NGOs about the impacts.
FDA approves first cell therapy to treat aggressive forms of melanoma
Amtagvi is intended to help patients with melanoma that cannot be removed with surgery or has spread to other parts of the body.
Murders of women in Kenya lead to a public outcry for a law on femicide
A brutally violent series of murders of women has been documented. Thousands of Kenyans are protesting to demand government action on gender-based violence.
How ageism against Biden and Trump puts older folks at risk
Recently, conversation about the age of the 2024 presidential candidates has risen to a fever pitch. That's the sign of a deeper problem with how our culture views aging.
State seeks public comment on updated draft Olmstead Plan, aimed at helping those with disabilities
State officials are seeking public comment on a newly released draft of the Olmstead Plan, aimed at guiding people with disabilities toward independence.