Lessons In Love For Generation Snapchat
Young people say they want more guidance in navigating love and relationships. So new classes at some schools are less about the "plumbing" and more about the passion.
Health & Safety
This Thanksgiving, Carve Out Time To Talk About End-Of-Life Wishes
Turkey dinner with a side dish of death isn't everyone's idea of a festive meal. But end-of-life planning advocates say the holidays are an ideal time to have these conversations with family members.
Study: Reducing Antibiotic Use Not Enough To Reverse Resistance
A new Duke University study shows that curbing antibiotic resistance might be more complicated than we thought.
Asking About Opioids: A Treatment Plan Can Make All The Difference
Is it worthwhile for doctors to screen all the patients who come through the door about their use of opioids? Usually not, but direct connections to treatment can change the equation.
What The Industry Knew About Sugar's Health Effects, But Didn't Tell Us
The sugar industry pulled the plug on an animal study it funded in the 1960s. Initial results pointed to a link between sugar consumption and elevated triglycerides, which raises heart disease risk.
Health Care System Fails Many Transgender Americans
Nearly a third of transgender people responding to an NPR poll say they have no regular access to health care. Very few medical offices are prepared to care for people who have transitioned.
Why Robert Mugabe Is Like The Horned Owl In A Folktale From Zimbabwe
As the story goes, the owl ruled over all the other birds with absolute power — until a skeptical fork-tailed drongo decided to test the power of its horns.
Gay, Out And On The Airwaves In Kinshasa
Patou Izai wanted to challenge the negative comments about the LGBTI community in the Democratic Republic of Congo — and create a space for dialogue. So he started a radio show.
An Unexpected Friendship Brought The Sun Out Again For A Grieving Man
After his wife died, Dan Peterson didn't know what to do with himself. Then, he found a new friend in an unlikely place: the grocery store.
Poll: Majority of LGBTQ Americans Report Harassment, Violence Based On Identity
In the poll, LGBTQ people also reported numerous experiences of institutional discrimination — in jobs, equal pay, promotions, and when trying to obtain health care or housing.