Health Nov 15 Why one man with a genetic predisposition for Alzheimer's disease is defying the odds Nearly 7 million Americans currently live with Alzheimer’s and by 2060, experts say that number could be as high as 14 million. Scientists are trying to find out how one man has been able to stave off Alzheimer's for 25…
Nation Nov 14 Dramatic Chicago ICE raid touted as anti-terror win results in no criminal charges A new investigation by ProPublica found that immigration raids hailed by the Trump administration as a major strike against terrorism did not live up to those claims. Dozens of Venezuelan migrants were detained in a September raid, with officials alleging…
Health Nov 10 FDA head explains decision to drop 'black box' warnings from menopause hormone treatment The FDA announced it would begin asking drug companies to remove so-called “black box” warnings for hormones prescribed to treat symptoms of menopause. The FDA says the warning has dissuaded generations of women from taking advantage of the medication that…
Health Nov 09 Why regulators want to ban a key ingredient in kratom, a popular herbal supplement Southeast Asians have used kratom leaves as a home remedy for centuries. Recently, its popularity in the U.S. has exploded as a way to ease the effects of opioid withdrawal. But kratom is poorly regulated and synthetic versions contain high…
Health Nov 08 Struggling rural hospitals compete for billions of dollars in federal funding Health systems in rural America are struggling. Many are losing money and over the past decade, more than 100 have closed. To address Medicaid shortfalls in the “One Big Beautiful” budget bill, Congress approved a $50 billion rural health transformation…
Nation Nov 02 New documentary explores use of psychedelics to treat combat veterans with PTSD For many veterans, the battle doesn’t end when they come home. The invisible wounds of combat, like PTSD, can leave some feeling withdrawn or isolated. A new documentary, “In Waves and War,” follows a group of former Navy SEALs as…
Science Nov 01 How China's engineering mindset has shaped its infrastructure and society For decades, China’s government has reshaped the country with dramatic displays of state power, from vast infrastructure projects that have remade entire provinces to nationwide campaigns that attempt to shape citizens’ behavior. Ali Rogin reports on what those sweeping measures…
Nation Oct 26 Why some experts say the U.S. is in 'catch up' mode in the future of war Defense Secretary Hegseth laid out his ambitious vision for the Pentagon in a recent address to top military leaders. But questions remain about how the military translates that vision into reality, especially as technologies like drones and AI rapidly transform…
Health Oct 25 Experimental treatment offers hope to people struggling with chronic pain More than 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, according to the CDC. Persistent pain that lasts beyond a typical recovery period can be debilitating and finding the right treatment is a challenge, but a recent study could provide a…
Health Oct 19 What to know about lymphedema, a painful side effect of breast cancer treatment The end of breast cancer treatment is cause for celebration, but for many patients, it can bring new challenges. Some studies show that up to 65% of women who undergo breast cancer surgery develop lymphedema, a painful swelling of tissue…