Why The World Is Falling Behind In The Campaign To Kill Measles
The goal was to pretty much wipe out the childhood disease this year. There are success stories in Bangladesh and Nepal. But there's bad news, too.
Health & Safety
Emergency Doctor: Paris Hospital Saw Unanticipated Number Of Gunshot Victims
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to an emergency doctor who was on the front line of dealing with casualties from the Paris attacks. He says on a normal weekend his ER will usually handle injuries from a car crash, and maybe once a year they will handle a gunshot victim. Friday night, he had 27 patients with gunshot wounds. All of his patients survived that evening.
Study Looks To Provide Consensus On Yoga Poses And Pregnancy
Moms-to-be who practice prenatal yoga say it reduces stress, anxiety and even pain. A study finds that even poses once thought to be off limits to pregnant women are safe.
Say Yes To Down Dog: More Yoga Poses Are Safe During Pregnancy
Moms-to-be who practice prenatal yoga say it reduces stress, anxiety and even pain. A study finds that even poses once thought to be off limits to pregnant women are safe.
In Caring For Sickest Babies, Doctors Now Tap Parents For Tough Calls
Doctors were once unquestioned authorities on how aggressively to treat the sickest and most premature babies. Then parents started pushing back for more say. The responsibility can be excruciating.
Mother's Milk May Help Prevent Blindness In Preemies
Babies born premature are at risk for eye damage that can cause blindness, like it did for Stevie Wonder. Babies who are fed breast milk are much less likely to be affected.
Questions Remain Over Handling Of A Forsyth County Custody Case
A custody case involving five children in Kernersville is putting a spotlight on the Forsyth County Department of Social Services and a District Court judge.
Aziz Ansari's Show Gives Me Pause About Being An Indian Dad In America
The U.S.-born creator of Master of None loved working with his Indian folks. But as the father of a 6-year-old, I worry that family ties here aren't as strong as in my homeland.
The Debate Is On: To Deworm Or Not To Deworm?
The common practice, endorsed by WHO: give deworming medications to all kids at risk of intestinal worms. A new report questions if there's any real benefit.
Waking Up Without Power Starts The Day Off Wrong
Rolling blackouts and power shortages make it hard to get anything done in Africa — from cooking a hot breakfast to running a small business.