Chileans weigh a new constitution
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Chilean journalist Francisca Skoknic about the upcoming vote to approve or reject a new constitution for the South American country.
A Writer Taps The Power Of Narrative At A Massachusetts Hospital
Suzanne Koven, a medical doctor and Massachusetts General Hospital's first writer in residence, says the healthcare center is the setting for thousands of real-life stories.
Outbreak Voices: A Crisis Shuts Down Senior Year
New York City high-schooler Ishah Diop is upset her senior year ended due to the pandemic. New Orleans history teacher Chris Dier understands: Hurricane Katrina ended his senior year before it began.
Experts Concerned Over U.S. Dependence On Foreign Drug Manufacturers
A majority of pharmaceuticals sold in the U.S. are made in other countries. Critics say the pandemic shows us why that's a bad idea.
Some LGBTQ Youth Find Hard Times At Home
As most Americans shelter in place, many young people find themselves back at home with families who are not supportive of their values, politics or sexuality.
Protecting Against COVID-19
Ultraviolet light and pantyhose: We catch up on the latest information about protecting yourself from the coronavirus.
Louisiana Couple Reunites After He Spent Over 2 Weeks In Hospital With COVID-19
Louis Reese, who is undergoing chemotherapy for colon cancer, spent 18 days in the hospital with COVID-19. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Louis and his wife, Tara, about being separated during this time.
Immigrant Doctors Face Barriers Trying To Volunteer To Help Fight COVID-19 Pandemic
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Dr. Ram Alur, president of Physicians for American Healthcare Access, about restrictions faced by some immigrant doctors who want to help fight the pandemic.
Reports Of Domestic Violence Rise In Recent Weeks Amid Coronavirus Lockdowns
What do stay-at-home orders mean for people in abusive relationships? NPR's Scott Simon talks with Suzanne Dubus, of the Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center, about the additional challenges of these times.
'I Hear The Agony': Increasing Coronavirus Cases Take Toll On NYC's First Responders
Paramedics and EMTs in New York City are struggling to respond to a skyrocketing number of 911 calls during the coronavirus pandemic. More first-responders are getting sick themselves.
