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Africa
A Nurse's Desperate Plea: Show Me The Ebola Money
Patients escape. Long gloves, chlorine and toilets are in short supply. Despite promises of international aid, the essentials of medical care are still missing at one Sierra Leone treatment center.
Death Comes In Many Different Ways. And Some Are A Bit Surprising
A new report looks at the top causes of death in 188 countries. Infectious diseases are less of a threat than in 1990 — but please, look both ways before you cross the street.
In Nigeria, Islamic Extremists Kidnap Close To 200 People
It happened not far from the town of Chibok, where over 200 schoolgirls were kidnapped in April. Audie Cornish speaks with Tim Cocks, Reuters Nigeria bureau chief, based in Lagos.
Boko Haram Suspected In New Round Of Killing And Kidnapping
The latest killing and kidnapping occurred just 20 miles from where the Islamist extremist group kidnapped nearly 300 schoolgirls in April.
We're Down To 5 Northern White Rhinos: Is It Too Late For Babies?
With the death of a northern white rhino in San Diego's zoo this week, researchers are working to see whether they can save the species. They'd better hurry — only five remain.
Medical Workers In Conflict Zones Have Never Faced Greater Risks
They've always been caught in crossfire. But now they are being singled out as targets. And the worst violence is taking place in Syria.
A Game Of Ludo Helps Liberians Catch A Break From Ebola
The fast-paced board game — it's a lot like Parcheesi — offers a way to escape the stress of life in the Ebola zone.
Dr. Kent Brantly: Lessons Learned From Fighting Ebola
"We run the risk of going from hysteria to a sense of indifference," says the now-recovered physician. "And I think that is even more dangerous than our fear."
Endless Ebola Epidemic? That's The 'Risk We Face Now,' CDC Says
Dr. Thomas Frieden visits West Africa this week to assess the fight against Ebola. His goal? Figure out how to keep the disease from turning into a permanent problem.