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Health & Safety
It's Never Too Soon To Plan Your 'Driving Retirement'
Families should rethink how seniors give up driving, researchers say. Figuring out transportation alternatives long ahead of time can help preserve independence and avoid painful confrontations.
For Some Teen Girls, Surviving A Rape Can Mean Losing An Education
A law in Sierra Leone bars "visibly pregnant" girls from school — even if the pregnancy is a result of rape. An Amnesty International report calls for a change in this policy.
Hormones May Help Younger Women With Menopause Symptoms
Thirteen years after a study on hormone therapy was abruptly halted due to concerns about cancer risk, some doctors say that it's safe for most younger women if they take hormones short term.
Prescription Drug Use Increased Over The Last Decade, Study Says
Americans are taking more prescription drugs than ever before. And many are taking five drugs or more a day. We examine a new report that has some surprising information about prescription drugs.
Transitioning To Male, And Taking Some Of A Past Self With Him
When trans teenager Cole Carman was ready to begin taking male hormones, his doctor asked him a question that threw him for a loop: Did he want to freeze his eggs first?
Doctor Treats Homebound Patients, Often Unseen Even By Neighbors
"You can evaluate the person as a whole," says Dr. Roberta Miller, who has been a home care physician for more than 20 years. The traditional house call may be the future of medicine.
Why Bringing A Glass Of Mosquitoes To The World Bank Is A Good Idea
Dennis Whittle wants to change the way people come up with ideas for aid projects. His latest venture was inspired by feedback loops for cellphones.
Photo Essay: Your Cup Of Coffee Is Ready For Its Closeup
Photographer Sebastiao Salgado, whose parents owned a coffee mill, looks at the faces and places behind the $100 billion-a-year business.