'Mummy' Is Transgender: A New Commercial Is The Talk Of India
It's a story of an orphan. And her beloved "mummy" — who is a transgender woman. The ad from Vicks has become a viral sensation.
Health & Safety
How A Budget Squeeze Can Lead To Sloppy Science And Even Cheating
The hypercompetitive world of biomedical research occasionally drives scientists to cheat. More often, scientists make decisions that undercut their results. That can lead colleagues astray.
Maps Show A Dramatic Rise In Health Insurance Coverage Under ACA
The overall increase in the number of Americans with health insurance draws attention to counties where the uninsured rate is still high, many of them in states that chose not to expand Medicaid.
Trump Signs Bill That Allows States To Deny Funding To Planned Parenthood
Earlier this week, President Trump signed a bill that could encourage states to withhold federal money from Planned Parenthood. Opponents say it will have a big impact on women's health.
A Family Of Ebola Fighters: 'With God's Help, We Made It'
It's the third anniversary of the Ebola pandemic; 2014 was a catastrophic year. But one family in Liberia gave health workers a reason to celebrate.
Michigan Doctor Charged With Performing Female Genital Mutilation On Girls
The Department of Justice says it believes this is the first case brought under a federal law that criminalizes the practice, which is widely condemned as a human rights violation.
Is Yellow Fever Knocking At Our Door?
An outbreak in Brazil isn't slowing down as predicted. Dr. Anthony Fauci calls it "a potential threat" to the U.S.
Navy Tells Sailors To Leave The E-Cigarette On Shore
At least 15 "mishaps" have resulted in injuries or damage, the Navy says. The new policy bans the devices on ships, submarines, aircraft, boats, craft and heavy equipment.
Probe Of Veterans Affairs Hospital Shows Patients Were Put At Risk
Steve Inskeep talks to VA Inspector General Michael Missal about an investigation into the D.C. Veterans Affairs Medical Center. It found serious issues regarding the handling of medical equipment.
This Week In Race: A House That Flew Over The Ocean And A Man Who Didn't Get To Fly
You could say it's been a pretty turbulent week on the race beat.