Aug 10 Why is so little global funding devoted to adolescent health? By Laura Santhanam Adolescents make up a quarter of the population in developing countries, but on average receive less than 2 percent of all global health funding, according to a new report. Continue reading
Aug 09 Watch 7:14 The U.S. needs more home care workers. Is this the solution? America's home care shortage is critical, and growing. The industry's shortage seems to be driven by low wages, few benefits and a lack of respect for workers, 90 percent of whom are women. Would giving them more responsibilities and more… Continue watching
Aug 09 Watch 3:58 How to give feedback so people hear you're trying to help Sometimes acknowledging our weaknesses and limitations can actually make us stronger, suggests Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist, author and podcast host. But like arguing, there are constructive ways of giving feedback that can make another person feel like you're trying… Continue watching
Aug 09 How wildfires can threaten your health By Laura Santhanam If you smell smoke, you're already exposed. Continue reading
Aug 09 This EPA rule may expand asbestos use, and the deadline for feedback just passed By Nsikan Akpan Critics say a proposed rule would allow asbestos to make a comeback. EPA officials say it will do the opposite, filling a loophole that companies could use to manufacture asbestos. Here's what you need to know. Continue reading
Aug 08 Opinion: The link between more seniors filing for bankruptcy and the unraveling social safety net By Philip Moeller Even as current support programs fall short of meeting retiree needs, Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid spending for older Americans is projected to take an ever-larger bite of total federal spending. Continue reading
Aug 07 CDC says 1 in 7 babies exposed to Zika have health problems By Amanda Grennell One in seven infants exposed to Zika in utero experienced microcephaly, seizures, hearing deficiencies or other health problems during their first year of life, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Tuesday. Continue reading
Aug 07 Where do young Americans stand on guns? By Laura Santhanam Safety is a growing concern among young Americans when it comes to guns. Continue reading
Aug 06 Insurance companies approach Trump health plans cautiously By Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar, Associated Press For people who need an individual policy and are anticipating cheaper plans this fall, the advice seems to be: Look carefully and read the fine print. Continue reading
Aug 05 Watch 13:40 Residents say Love Canal chemicals continue to make them sick By Megan Thompson, Mori Rothman, Michael D. Regan Forty years ago this week, President Jimmy Carter declared Love Canal a national health emergency when the small community near Niagara Falls, New York, learned that their homes and school were built on 22,000 tons of chemicals. Today, many residents… Continue watching