Plastic junk? Researchers find tiny particles in men's testicles
The new study has scientists concerned that microplastics may be contributing to reproductive health issues.
Health & Safety
6 key facts about abortion laws and the 2024 election
State laws on abortion keep changing – with new bans taking effect in some places while new protections are enacted in others. And abortion will be on the ballot in at least four states.
Research into the chemical found in ecstasy is plagued with allegations of misconduct
MDMA — the chemical found in the drug ecstasy — has appeared effective for treating PTSD in clinical trials. But there are concerns about the quality of the research.
Up to 80 percent of women will have a uterine fibroid by age 50
Fibroids are benign uterine tumors. So why does it matter that the majority of people with a uterus will have one before they are 50 years old? Physician Rachell Bervell, founder of the Black OBGYN Project, explains that when symptoms arise, they can be quite serious — from extreme menstrual bleeding to fertility problems. Plus, why they're very likely to affect you or a loved one.
Curious about other health issues? Email us at shortwave@npr.org.
Curious about other health issues? Email us at shortwave@npr.org.
Texas Medical Board faces backlash over lack of clarity around abortion ban exception
For years now, Texas has banned practically all abortions. There is a medical exception to the ban — and the Texas Medical Board has been tasked with clarifying that exception.
Phoenix is making changes to cooling centers to protect more people from heat
Phoenix, Ariz., area leaders are opening cooling centers that are open all night. About a third of heat related emergency calls happen after most centers close.
He fell ill on a cruise. Before he boarded the rescue boat, they handed him the bill
A man from Michigan was evacuated from a cruise ship after having seizures. First, he drained his bank account to pay his medical bills.
Black men are a hidden segment of caregivers. It's stressful but rewarding, too
Almost 40 percent of caregivers of older adults are men, and a third of that group is Black. But African American men face some issues other guys don't.
The states where abortion is on the ballot in November
Since Roe v. Wade was overturned, state laws on abortion have been changing constantly. It will all be part of the picture as voters go to the polls in November.
For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
Housing is a health priority in Watauga, AppHealthCare CEO says
AppHealthCare recently released its State of the County Health report for Watauga County.