Health Jul 28 Watch 7:30 New report reveals consequences of Trump administration's HIV/AIDS funding cuts A new report is detailing the impact of cuts to USAID and the program known as PEPFAR, which has been credited with saving over 26 million lives since 2003. The study from the HIV/AIDS non-profit amfAR found that more than… By William Brangham, Andrew Merlis, Bridget Craig
Health Jul 28 Watch 9:24 How state abortion bans are affecting doctors and how they practice It's been four years since the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision opened the door to state abortion bans. Now, a new study finds those bans are hurting women who aren't seeking abortions at all. Researchers found delays in miscarriage treatment increase… By Sarah Varney, Rachel Wellford
Health Jul 27 Watch 6:24 Cyclospora and salmonella outbreaks raise concerns about U.S. food safety Public health concerns are widening as cyclosporiasis cases surge and a salmonella outbreak across 17 states has many Americans raising concerns about U.S. food safety. Back-to-back cases where people are getting sick from food have put many on edge. William… By William Brangham, Karina Cuevas
Arts Jul 27 Carly Simon diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, treated for skin cancer Carly Simon, the singer known for “Nobody Does It Better” and other hits, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. By Maria Sherman, Associated Press
Jul 24 Watch 8:18 Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression By Jeffrey Brown, Mary Fecteau Prosthetics designed to blend in as replacements for missing body parts are becoming tools for creative expression. This is especially true in the community of ocular prosthetics, or artificial eyes. Jeffrey Brown meets a Portland eye maker whose designs are… Continue watching
Jul 24 Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states By Matthew Perrone, Associated Press Federal health officials on Friday said they have linked cases of a diarrhea-causing parasite tied to shredded lettuce to an additional four states, expanding the scope of the largest U.S. outbreak of cyclospora. Continue reading
Jul 23 Watch 7:08 FDA considers widening access to peptides promoted by wellness influencers By Amna Nawaz, Andrew Merlis, Bridget Craig An FDA advisory committee began a two-day meeting to consider lifting a ban and widening access to seven popular peptides. They have seen a surge of support from wellness influencers and others, including Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Amna… Continue watching
Jul 20 Watch 5:57 Test results create more confusion around cyclosporiasis outbreak By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant Federal officials are still trying to determine the source of a multistate outbreak linked to lettuce. There may be more than 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis nationwide. The FDA said that a lettuce sample from Taylor Farms that was initially reported… Continue watching
Jul 17 Lettuce supplied to Taco Bell in 5 states confirmed as a source of diarrhea-causing parasite By Bill Barrow, Mike Stobbe, Associated Press A Food and Drug Administration investigation so far has identified a single supplier of the lettuce. The federal warnings to consumers did not identify the company, but Taylor Fresh Foods, of Salinas, California, said FDA testing indicated it was “a… Continue reading