Could You Fight Off Worms? Depends On Your Gut Microbes
Nearly 25 percent of people are infected with worms. New research suggests that gut microbes may be able to help in waging war against the parasites.
Health & Safety
Medical Marijuana's 'Catch-22': Limits On Research Hinder Patient Relief
Suffering Americans seek medical marijuana as an alternative to opioids and other powerful pharmaceuticals. Though legal in 29 states, doctors say the lack of strong data make it hard to recommend.
So 2 Goats Were Stuck On A Beam Under A Bridge ...
They were about 100 feet above the ground. They had been there for hours. And they didn't know how to get down. Operation Goat Rescue begins!
For Chronic Pain, A Change In Habits Can Beat Opioids For Relief
There's a growing consensus among pain specialists that lifestyle changes can be more effective than drugs in managing chronic pain. But the alternative approach requires patient commitment.
Peggy Orenstein: How Should We Talk To Our Kids About Sex?
Author Peggy Orenstein warns if parents don't educate kids about sex — the media will. She says that leads to risky behavior — and keeps young women from expecting equality in sexual relationships.
Aala El-Khani: How Do You Help Kids Cope With Trauma?
Children in war zones experience unimaginable hardship, says Dr. Aala El-Khani. She says parents must play a major role in helping children survive — even thrive — in the wake of trauma.
In A Border Region Where Immigrants Are Wary, A Health Center Travels To Its Patients
The staff of a health center in New York State noticed that farm workers were struggling to get to clinics. So the staff decided to bring check-ups to them — through video.
How The NRA Worked To Stifle Gun Violence Research
For decades, the group stood behind legislation that has ended up suppressing such studies through budget cuts and limits on what data can be shared.
Ineffective Treatment Often Prescribed For Lower Back Pain, Report Says
And the number of sufferers is expected to increase, especially in lower-income countries as people in rural areas move to urban centers and adopt more sedentary lives. So what can help them?
Invisibilia: When Daydreaming Gets In The Way Of Real Life
In this episode of the Invisibilia podcast, our hosts explore how it feels to be "in between," including the story of one woman who spends so much time daydreaming that it interferes with her life.