Global Health

Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in the Western hemisphere, but its senior citizens all benefit from a guaranteed pension.

Norway Is Great For Older Folks — And So Are Bolivia And Rwanda

3:11pm October 03, 2014

by Roff Smith

In a survey of 96 countries on how their over-60 citizens fare, some rankings were completely predictable: Norway was first and Afghanistan was last. In between, there are a number of surprises.

Secondary students learn about Ebola during an assembly in Abuja. Nigeria's schools have reopened after being closed to prevent the spread of the disease.

A Glimmer Of Hope: Nigeria May Have Beaten Ebola

12:37pm October 03, 2014

by Linda Poon

In the midst of worldwide panic over Ebola, Africa's most populous nation has started to celebrate. Nigeria's outbreak began in July, and now the country is on the verge of victory.

Liberian-Americans Feel Effect Of Ebola From Abroad

8:55pm October 02, 2014

Rachel Martin talks to Bishop Nathan Kortu, who serves a Liberian congregation in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

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A health official uses a handheld infrared thermometer on a passenger arriving at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Nigeria.

Why A Thermometer Is A Good Tool For Airport Ebola Screenings

3:30pm October 02, 2014

by Eleanor Klibanoff

With ear probes, infrared cameras and laser beams pointed at passengers' foreheads, airports around the world are trying to stop infected travelers before they board a plane.

Health & Safety

Health Officials Trace Travels Of First Ebola Patient In U.S.

3:26pm October 02, 2014

by David Schaper

The man was infected in Liberia but didn't develop symptoms until about 4 days after arriving in Dallas. His case raises concerns about how prepared airports and airlines are to handle the disease.

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With exponential growth, the numbers can get big, quickly.

A Frightening Curve: How Fast Is The Ebola Outbreak Growing?

1:34pm October 02, 2014

by Michaeleen Doucleff

Health leaders now say the Ebola epidemic is growing exponentially. That means, if nothing changes in the next few weeks, we could see at least 60,000 Ebola cases by the end of 2014.

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Health & Safety

U.S. Liberian Communities Face A New Set Of Worries

10:06am October 02, 2014

by Sam Sanders

Liberians in the Dallas area have been joining together as their home country struggles with Ebola. A man in Dallas is the first Ebola case confirmed in the U.S. He had recently traveled to Liberia.

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English-language students in China practice their blackboard skills.

Take A New Test Aimed At The World's English-Language Learners

5:50pm October 01, 2014

by Eleanor Klibanoff

Over 1 billion people around the world are studying English. Now they have a new test to see how they're doing — and if you're curious, you can see how your language skills measure up.

A patient at the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas has a confirmed case of Ebola, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. He is being treated and kept in strict isolation.

First U.S. Case Of Ebola Confirmed In Dallas

3:10pm October 01, 2014

by Michaeleen Doucleff

A man who flew to the U.S. from Liberia has tested positive for Ebola. He was not sick on the plane, but developed symptoms later. He is currently in isolation at a hospital in Dallas.

Africa's 'Switzerland' Bans Ebola — But At What Cost?

2:26pm October 01, 2014

by Gregory Warner

Mauritius won't let in anyone who's been to an Ebola-affected country over the past 60 days. That mindset won't stop the outbreak. But it could deal a blow to the Pan-African economy.