Mar 26 5 takeaways from the abortion pill case before the U.S. Supreme Court By Matthew Perrone, Amanda Seitz, Christine Fernando, Associated Press U.S. Supreme Court justices on Tuesday did not appear ready to limit Americans’ access to the abortion pill mifepristone, in a case that could have sweeping implications for how the federal government approves scores of medications. Continue reading
Mar 25 UN humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths is stepping down for health reasons By Edith M. Lederer, Associated Press U.N. humanitarian chief Martin Griffiths is stepping down for health reasons after nearly three years of trying to tackle mounting crises in Ukraine, Gaza and Africa. U.N. deputy spokesman Farhan Haq made the announcement Monday. Continue reading
Mar 24 Watch 6:34 Why 2024 may be the most consequential election for reproductive rights in 50 years By John Yang, Harry Zahn The Supreme Court will hear arguments on Tuesday in a case challenging FDA rules that make it easier to get mifepristone, the medication that accounts for more than half of all U.S. abortions. John Yang speaks with legal historian Mary… Continue watching
Mar 22 What we know so far about Princess Kate's cancer diagnosis By Carla K. Johnson, Associated Press In a video announcement Friday, she revealed that she was undergoing chemotherapy but didn't give further details of her treatment. Continue reading
Mar 22 Allergy season has arrived. Experts offered these tips so you can thrive By Devi Shastri, Associated Press More than 80 million Americans deal with itchy eyes, runny nose and other symptoms of seasonal allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Continue reading
Mar 21 Doctors perform 1st transplant of of genetically modified pig kidney to human patient By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press Doctors in Boston say they have transplanted a pig kidney into a 62-year-old patient. Massachusetts General Hospital said Thursday it’s the first time a genetically modified pig kidney has been transplanted into a living person. Continue reading
Mar 19 Contraceptives will be available without a prescription in New York following a statewide order By Maysoon Khan, Associated Press/Report for America The order signed Tuesday is part of New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's mission to bolster reproductive rights at a time when its restricted in other parts of the country. Continue reading
Mar 19 WATCH: Arizona lawmaker says she plans to have an abortion after learning her pregnancy isn't viable By Associated Press Burch says she doesn't think people have to "justify their abortions," but she's talking about her decision because she wants lawmakers to have meaningful conversations about how their work impacts people. Continue reading
Mar 18 New study finds no brain injuries among 'Havana syndrome' patients By Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press An array of advanced tests found no brain injuries or degeneration among U.S. diplomats who suffer mysterious health problems once dubbed "Havana syndrome."… Continue reading
Mar 18 EPA announces comprehensive ban on asbestos By Matthew Daly, Associated Press The carcinogen is still used in some chlorine bleach, brake pads and other products. It kills thousands of Americans every year. Continue reading