Economy Aug 14 The pandemic has created unexpected summer jobs for these young people The summer job is a rite of passage for many teens and younger adults. Because of the pandemic, however, traditional roles such as camp counselor, lifeguard and waiter, are scarce. But as John Yang reports, some local governments are providing…
Health Aug 12 Young people are still going out, despite rising rates of coronavirus hospitalization Young people are making up a large proportion of the new coronavirus infections being seen across the U.S. In some states, such as Arizona and Florida, people under 45 account for more than half of all cases. Doctors are warning…
Health Aug 04 Millennials report more stress than older Americans during pandemic Young Americans are reporting high levels of stress during the COVID-19 pandemic, prompted by job loss or fears that their loved ones might become seriously ill.
Health Jun 22 Past pandemics have reshaped society. Will coronavirus do the same? Although the coronavirus pandemic presents unprecedented challenges for people living through it, humans have endured similar health ordeals in the past. Jeffrey Brown speaks to two historians, Frank Snowden of Yale University and Nancy Bristow of the University of Puget…
Nation Jun 19 What happened 101 years ago in the Tulsa Race Massacre Up to 300 black Tulsans were murdered by white residents, and a thriving neighborhood burned to the ground.
Economy Jun 08 Pandemic increases workload, health risks for postal and delivery employees In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, millions of Americans are relying on mail carriers and delivery workers for essential supplies. The workload for many of these employees has increased significantly with so many consumers ordering from home. Stress and…
Arts May 26 9 songs that show how people of the past coped with pandemics Throughout history, people have turned to music during disease outbreaks as a way to seek spiritual guidance, express pain or even educate others about hygiene.
Science May 07 Introducing America, Interrupted Much of what we’ve heard about the coronavirus is from major cities like New York. But what’s happening to hospitals in rural America, where there are more high-risk patients, fewer resources and a smaller safety net — if there is…
Science May 07 Introducing America, Interrupted Much of what we’ve heard about the coronavirus is from major cities like New York. But what’s happening to hospitals in rural America, where there are more high-risk patients, fewer resources and a smaller safety net — if there is…
Science May 07 Introducing America, Interrupted Much of what we’ve heard about the coronavirus is from major cities like New York. But what’s happening to hospitals in rural America, where there are more high-risk patients, fewer resources and a smaller safety net -- if there is…