The Unexpected Cause Of This Awful Disease Lay Right Underfoot
Farmers in a remote Ugandan tropical forest suffered from an excruciatingly painful foot ailment. Usually parasitic worms are the cause — but not this time.
Health & Safety
How U.S. Health Care Became Big Business
Writer Elisabeth Rosenthal has worked as a physician and says it's far more lucrative in the U.S. health system to provide a lifetime of treatments than a cure. Her new book is An American Sickness.
Rep. Mike Johnson On Revived GOP Health Care Plan
After the collapse of a Republican effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act, House Republicans say they've made changes to their health care plan. Rachel Martin talks to Republican Rep. Mike Johnson.
Drugs That Work In Mice Often Fail When Tried In People
Most potential new drugs don't work when tested in people. It's a major disappointment and it drives up the cost of developing new drugs. One big reason is the use of animals in medical research.
Republicans Now Control Obamacare. Will Your Coverage Change?
There are many ways beyond legislative repeal that the Trump administration and congressional Republicans could undo the Affordable Care Act — starting with sowing uncertainty about what's next.
Fresh Express Recalls Batch After Dead Bat Found In Prepackaged Salad
Federal health officials are investigating the case, after a couple of Florida salad eaters stumbled upon a perhaps too organic spring mix purchased at Walmart.
How Playing Tetris Tames The Trauma Of A Car Crash
Researchers were able to dial down painful recollections of a car crash by having people play the video game Tetris while in the emergency room. The technique makes use of the malleability of memory.
When Gluten Is The Villain, Could A Common Virus Be The Trigger?
About 30 percent of Americans are predisposed to celiac disease, but only 1 percent get the disease. A new study finds that a common virus may play a role in determining who gets the disease.
VIDEO: Despite The Risks, Morphine Can Offer Hope
Morphine, like other opiates, is controversial. It poses risks. But for some patients, like a man in India who's profiled in a short documentary, the painkiller offers hope.
Pork Tacos Topped With Fries: Fuel For Mexico's Diabetes Epidemic
Mexico knows how to fight infectious diseases. Tackling a chronic condition like diabetes is a new — and daunting — challenge.