Feb 28 China claims it's been 'open and transparent' on COVID origins By Associated Press China had “shared the most data and research results on virus tracing and made important contributions to global virus tracing research," Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning Mao told reporters. Continue reading
Feb 27 Watch 8:43 Alabama artist works to correct historical narrative around beginnings of gynecology By Fred de Sam Lazaro, Simeon Lancaster The history of gynecology as a medical specialty has deep roots in the American South, but that legacy is as complicated as the history of the South itself. In partnership with the Under-Told Stories Project at the University of St. Continue watching
Feb 27 Federal officials promise to trim backlog of health care investigations By Amanda Seitz, Associated Press Federal officials say they're working to cut down on a growing backlog of complaints lodged against health care providers and government agencies by patients who claim their civil rights or privacy have been violated. Continue reading
Feb 26 Watch 7:08 Why women, older and lower-income adults have more trouble sleeping By John Yang, Sarah Clune Hartman, Andrew Corkery The number of Americans taking medicine to get a good night’s rest is on the rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The survey found that women, older adults and people with lower incomes… Continue watching
Feb 26 Why millions may be kicked off Medicaid in 2023 and what to do if you lose coverage By Amanda Seitz, Associated Press A look at why so many people may no longer qualify for the Medicaid program over the next year and what you need to know if you're one of those people who relies on the program. Continue reading
Feb 25 Watch 5:01 News Wrap: Nigeria counts ballots after challenging Election Day In our news wrap Saturday, Nigeria held its presidential election amid delays and scattered violence, winter weather continues to affect the West Coast, Biden ordered federal agents to check on families door-to-door in East Palestine, Ohio, an independent committee recommended… Continue watching
Feb 25 Watch 5:05 What's causing current shortages of baby formula and medicine for kids? By Ali Rogin, Claire Mufson, Satvi Sunkara From baby formula to children’s medicine, parents are being battered by a wave of shortages. Chabeli Carrazana, economy reporter for The 19th, joins Ali Rogin to discuss what’s missing on store shelves and the effect it’s having on families. Continue watching
Feb 25 Analysis: Did dangerous substances spread after the Ohio train derailment? By Maddie Burakoff, Drew Costley, Associated Press Scientists say burning vinyl chloride can indeed generate highly toxic dioxins, some of the most dangerous human-made compounds. Some say it's important to test for the compounds now. Continue reading
Feb 24 Analysis: There's a mental health crisis among teen girls. Here are some ways to support them By Elizabeth Englander, Meghan K. McCoy, The Conversation The mental health of teenagers has grown far worse over the last decade. But a new report shows that, compared with boys, teen girls are disproportionately experiencing sadness and hopelessness. Continue reading
Feb 23 Watch 7:57 Abortion pills become latest battleground over reproductive rights By Sarah Varney, Maea Lenei Buhre With abortion banned or severely restricted in 18 U.S. States, abortion pills have become the new battleground for the anti-abortion movement. In a story co-produced with the PBS NewsHour, Kaiser Health News correspondent Sarah Varney reports on a new lawsuit… Continue watching