Sleeping Sickness Can Drive You Mad. But Treatment Is Now Easier Than Ever
The disease is hard to diagnose. And stage 2 patients have faced a week of infusions that can cause additional suffering. Now there's a new option.
Global Health
There's Growing Fear The Ebola Outbreak In Congo Could Get Much Worse
It's already the biggest outbreak in Congo's history. And Dr. Pierre Rollin of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says by many measures it's as if they're stuck at square one.
Why A 'War On Children' In Yemen Could Get Worse
That's what a UNICEF official calls the conflict. And escalating violence in a key port city is jeopardizing aid to hundreds of thousands of starving children.
It's Feared Congo's Ebola Outbreak Will Get Even Worse
Global health experts warn the Ebola epidemic in Democratic Republic of the Congo could soon enter a new phase. Ongoing conflict there prevents health workers from wiping out the disease.
China's Building Spree In Poor Nations: Does It Really Help The Local Economy?
There are a lot of state secrets when it comes to the billions of dollars worth of roads, hospitals and more. Satellite images of night lights may offer some insights into their value.
Can A Woman's Rising Social Status Bring Down Rates Of Domestic Violence?
Two new studies offer unexpected insights — and solutions — into the problem of spousal abuse.
Deaths From Gun Violence: How The U.S. Compares With The Rest Of The World
A new report says the U.S. has the 28th-highest rate in the world: 4.43 deaths due to gun violence per 100,000 people in 2017. By contrast, Bangladesh saw 0.07 deaths per 100,000 people.
Why Did Bill Gates Give A Talk With A Jar Of Human Poop By His Side?
Since 2011, the tech mogul has poured $200 million into developing new and improved toilets. At his Reinvented Toilet Expo in Beijing, the innovations were showcased for the first time.
Health Care For The Migrant Caravan: Flu, Blisters But Definitely Not Smallpox
At a rest stop in Mexico City, adults are treated for respiratory and stomach bugs. Their feet are in bad shape. There's anxiety and fear among adults and children. But ... definitely no smallpox.
How A Lost Boy From Sudan Found His True Calling In The U.S.
Everyone has a story. Jacob Atem, who fled Sudan as a child, told his at a Baltimore event. It's horrific, heartbreaking — and ultimately inspiring.