How 1 Study Changed The Field Of Psychiatry Forever
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Susannah Cahalan about her new book, The Great Pretender, which tells the story of a landmark study that transformed the field of mental health.
Health & Safety
Trump Administration's Efforts To Ban Most Flavored Vaping Products Have Stalled Out
The White House is apparently backpedaling on its plan to ban most flavors in vaping products. The proposed FDA rule is unpopular with vape shop owners, and that's creating political blowback.
Samoa Closes Schools And Mandates Vaccinations Amid Deadly Measles Epidemic
The government declared a state of emergency Friday. At least six people have died. Officials say most of them were children under two.
Oregon Law Meant To Help Mentally Ill Has Ended Up Putting More Of Them On The Street
Oregon's new law designed to direct suspects with a mental illness to a state hospital is leaving some behind. Those charged with misdemeanors don't always qualify. That's raised some alarms.
How We Talk When We Talk About Abortion
Is "safe, legal and rare" an outdated phrase for progressive politicians — and pro-choice activists?
Adult Smoking Rate Drops To Record Low
The national adult smoking rate has reached a historic low. But smoking cessation advocates say there is still more work to be done.
For Supporters Of Abortion Access, Troubling Trends In Texas
Three years after winning a big legal battle, abortion providers still find themselves losing the ground war when it comes to keeping clinics open across the huge, populous state.
19-Hour London To Sydney 'Test Flight' Shows How To Make Long Hauls Tolerable
Qantas Airways' approach to the 11,000-mile trip features carefully designed meals and lighting. Passengers are also encouraged to get out of their seats and they experience two sunrises in one day.
Even Researchers Were Shocked By How Tough Life Is For Sanitation Workers
In lower-income countries, snakes, cow carcasses and collapsing walls are among the hazards faced by this critical but long-ignored group of workers.
A Young Immigrant Has Mental Illness, And That's Raising His Risk of Being Deported
Behavioral problems, criminal arrests and limited access to health care leave a father worried that his 21-year-old son will be deported to Mexico.