Is The Risk Of Catching Zika Greater In Poor Neighborhoods?
A statement of advice for visitors to the Olympics, from WHO, initially said to avoid impoverished areas to reduce the risk of Zika. Does research back it up?
Health & Safety
More Generics And Negotiating Leverage Could Slow Medicare Drug Spending
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission told Congress that rising drug costs helped push Medicare Part D spending up nearly 60 percent between 2007 and 2014. There are options to contain spending.
Summer Camps Say They're Not Sweating Over Zika Risk
Mosquitoes are part of the summer camp experience, and camp directors say they'd be hard pressed to deploy CDC guidelines for avoiding Zika virus. But it may not be an issue this summer.
Will Genetic Advances Make Sex Obsolete?
Before long, human embryos will be made so easily in the laboratory that many people will choose that route for having children. The option would offer genetic control at an ethical price.
AMA Declares Gun Violence 'A Public Health Crisis'
After the mass shooting at an Orlando nightclub, the American Medical Association proclaims that gun violence is a public health crisis. Steve Inskeep talks to outgoing AMA president Dr. Steven Stack.
Rep. Quigley: Orlando Tragedy Highlights Discriminatory Blood Donation Rule
Renee Montagne talks to Rep. Mike Quigley, D-IL, about his push to end the FDA's blood deferral policy. Gay and bisexual men are required to remain celibate for a year before donating blood.
Zika Infection Late In Pregnancy Carries Little Risk of Microcephaly
Scientists tracked nearly 600 pregnant women in Colombia, who were reportedly infected with Zika during their third trimester. None of these women gave birth to a baby with apparent problems.
Despite Overdose Epidemic, Georgia Caps The Number Of Opioid Treatment Clinics
Georgia has stopped licensing new clinics that provide medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction. Some call the state's move irresponsible. Others say the clinics aren't regulated enough.
Java Lovers, Rejoice: Coffee Doesn't Pose A Cancer Risk, WHO Panel Says
The World Health Organization's cancer research agency listed coffee as a possible carcinogen in 1991. But the body of evidence now suggests that's not the case, and coffee may even protect health.
Ex-Wife Reveals Orlando Gunman's History Of Domestic Violence
The ex-wife of Omar Mateen — who attacked an Orlando, Fla., nightclub killing at least 49 people — has described suffering physical and psychological abuse from Mateen during their marriage. NPR's Kelly McEvers speaks to Deborah Epstein of Georgetown University about the possible connections between domestic violence and mass shootings.