Nov 25 Watch 9:13 What's next for marijuana legalization By PBS News Hour On November 8, multiple states legalized the use of marijuana for either recreational or medicinal purposes -- thus marking a major shift in U.S. drug policy. William Brangham speaks with Taylor West of the National Cannabis Administration and Jonathan Hudak… Continue watching
Nov 24 Watch 7:19 Surgeon general's report calls for response to addiction crisis By PBS News Hour U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy is warning Americans of the prevalence of substance abuse and the risks of not addressing it. His new report describes the lethal impact and widespread scope of addiction. William Brangham speaks with Murthy for more… Continue watching
Nov 24 What scientists are thankful for this Thanksgiving By Leigh Anne Tiffany, Julia Griffin, Kristin Hugo This year, the NewsHour reached out to a handful of scientists to find out what they're thankful for -- and here's what they said. Continue reading
Nov 24 D.C. urban gardens bring low-cost, fresh produce to city's food deserts By Larisa Epatko WASHINGTON – Lelia Parker grew up on a farm in rural Virginia and moved to the U.S. capital 30 years ago for a more urban environment. But she still gets the gardening itch. Continue reading
Nov 22 For Trump and GOP, 'Obamacare' repeal is complex and risky By Alan Fram, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Here's the idea: Swiftly pass a repeal of President Barack Obama's health care law, perhaps soon enough for Donald Trump to sign it the day he takes the presidential oath. Then approve legislation restructuring the nation's huge and… Continue reading
Nov 21 EpiPen manufacturer will be a no-show at Senate hearing By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Pharmaceutical company Mylan is refusing to testify at a congressional hearing next week on a settlement between the company and the Justice Department over its life-saving EpiPen. Continue reading
Nov 21 Dementia rates decline sharply among senior citizens By Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News A new study finds that the prevalence of dementia has fallen sharply in recent years, most likely as a result of Americans’ rising educational levels and better heart health, which are both closely related to brain health. Continue reading
Nov 21 Wireless brain implant allows paralyzed woman to communicate, but is it safe? By R. Douglas Fields, Scientific American Experts call the brain implant technology a “significant achievement,” but critics say the risks may not be justified. Continue reading
Nov 18 No longer an emergency, Zika virus is a long-term problem, says WHO By Alison Thoet After a nine-month emergency designation, the WHO reclassified Zika as a long-term epidemic similar to other mosquito-borne diseases like malaria and yellow fever. Continue reading
Nov 18 This Trump-in-law may lose millions if Obamacare is repealed By Rebecca Robbins, STAT Jared Kushner’s younger brother, Josh Kushner, cofounded a startup created to capitalize on the Affordable Care Act — which Trump has vowed to quickly dismantle. Continue reading