Why Is It Important To Be Touched?
Neuroscientist David Linden thinks that of the five senses, touch is the most overlooked, and perhaps the most important for promoting psychological health.
Health & Safety
Carolina Curious: Why Don't People Use Their Turn Signals?
Morning Edition host and self-appointed blinker crusader Neal Charnoff explores the question in our latest edition of Carolina Curious.
A Teen's Family Fought To Get Her A Restricted TB Drug — And Won
A landmark ruling in the New Delhi High Court will compel the national tuberculosis program to provide a new drug to treat an 18-year-old's TB infection.
Thinking About Going To A Rally? Read This Activist's Advice First
Duncan Green, a 35-year veteran of social justice and the author of a new book called 'How Change Happens,' says the real work happens after a protest.
Athlete-Turned-Trucker Works To Improve Truckers' Health
Once an elite swimmer and a Yale grad, Siphiwe Baleka now coaches 3,000 fellow truckers on the best ways to work out, eat right and stay connected on the road. Drivers say his wellness plan works.
How Large Employer Health Plans Could Be Affected By Obamacare Overhaul
With the future of the Affordable Care Act on the line, health insurance benefits for workers at large companies hang in the balance.
6 Senators Assessing Trump's HHS Nominee Own Health Care Stocks, Too
A half-dozen senators involved in confirmation hearings for Rep. Tom Price to head the Department of Health and Human Services have health care investments made by themselves or family members.
Should My Slightly Sick Child Stay Home? The Rules Often Conflict
Parents have to weigh a lot of factors in deciding whether their kid should get a sick day. But day care centers may make the decision for you — and their rules are not always evidence based.
Scientists Needn't Get A Patient's Consent To Study Blood Or DNA
In its update of ethics rules aimed at protecting patients, the Obama administration decided against a provision that scientists said would hinder research. Consumer advocates aren't happy.
Senate Health Committee Questions Rep. Tom Price In HHS Confirmation Hearing
The Senate health committee heard from Rep. Tom Price Wednesday on his nomination to become the secretary of Health and Human Services. Obamacare was a top issue, and the congressman's stock dealings in medical companies were also discussed.