Fast Food Restaurants Announce Efforts To Serve Healthier Kids' Meals
As many Americans try to eat more healthfully, McDonald's and Panera Bread announced changes to their kids' meals.
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GOP Lawmakers Present Revised Version Of Graham-Cassidy Health Bill
Lawmakers presented a revised vision of the Graham-Cassidy bill to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, and on Monday, several witnesses talked about the bill at a Senate Finance Committee hearing.
Trump Says His Pals Go To Africa To 'Get Rich.' Is That Offensive?
In a meeting with African leaders last week, Trump made a remark that sparked controversy — and kudos.
How A Venezuelan Chef Is Teaching Women To Make Chocolate And Money
Some of the world's best cacao grows in Venezuela, a country roiled by political turmoil. One chocolatier is betting those beans can propel a whole industry and turn women into micro-entrepreneurs.
Is Curiosity A Positive Or Negative Feeling?
Not all feelings of curiosity are the same. A study finds that one factor affecting the balance of negative and positive when it comes to curiosity is time, says psychologist Tania Lombrozo.
Republicans Left With 1 Week To Pass Health Care Bill Without Democratic Votes
The future of the latest Republican effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act remains in question after two Republican senators have come out firmly against it, as others remain doubtful.
GOP Tweaks Current Effort To Replace Obamacare
Mary Louise Kelly talks to Sen. Ron Johnson, a chief sponsor of the GOP health care proposal, about efforts to get the needed votes to pass it. NPR's Susan Davis analyzes Johnson's comments.
Pregnant Women Should Still Get The Flu Vaccine, Doctors Advise
Researchers and physicians say a study suggesting a link between the flu vaccine and miscarriage in a limited population is cause for more research, not a reason to change vaccination recommendations.
This Test Can Determine Whether You've Outgrown A Food Allergy
Food allergies are tricky to diagnose, and many kids can outgrow them, too. A test called an oral food challenge is the gold standard to rule out an allergy. It's performed under medical supervision.