How Safe Is Sunscreen And How Much Should We Wear?
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Trisha Calvo of Consumer Reports about a study that finds the active ingredients in sunscreen may be absorbed into the bloodstream.
Health & Safety
Judge Temporarily Protects Abortion Access At Missouri Clinic
A state judge's ruling on Monday will allow Missouri's only clinic that performs abortions to remain open for at least 10 more days.
A Musical Brain May Help Us Understand Language And Appreciate Tchaikovsky
Compared with monkeys, humans have a brain that is extremely sensitive to a sound's pitch. And that may reflect our exposure to speech and music.
California's Budget Proposal Would Expand Health Care To Some Undocumented Immigrants
The Democratic-controlled Legislature agreed to let low-income residents under 26 to receive Medi-Cal regardless of immigration status. It could cover up to 138,000 people — a cost of $98 million.
Oregon's Criminal Justice System To Be Examined Over Treatment Of Mentally Ill People
Some Oregon inmates with mental illness are in jail rather than a state mental health hospital. A federal judge will hear arguments Tuesday that Oregon is not providing timely, appropriate care.
Insys Files For Chapter 11, Days After Landmark Opioid Settlement Of $225 Million
The maker of a highly addictive fentanyl-based drug wants to sell its assets to pay some $250 million in debts. The move could let the company out of part of the settlement deal reached last week.
Can You Reshape Your Brain's Response To Pain?
Changing how the mind reacts to pain can reduce the discomfort experienced, according to scientists who study brain pathways that regulate pain. A new type of therapy aims to enhance that effect.
Why A $790 Balenciaga Hoodie Has A World Food Programme Logo
The U.N. agency partnered with the luxury fashion label so more people will find out about its mission to provide food aid. Some in the humanitarian community say it's a risky deal.
Why South Korea Is Sending $8 Million In Food Aid To North Korea
Facing the worst drought in nearly four decades, the country is grappling with food shortages that affect 40% of its population. The donation has humanitarian – but also diplomatic – aims.
Student Spurs Brookline, Mass., To Offer Free Tampons And Pads In Public Buildings
A town proposal, passed in May, started with a high school student. She called for an end to "shaming menstruation."