Only April Fools Think Africa Is A Country!
An April Fools' Day spoof in the Washington Post is a reminder that AFRICA. IS. NOT. A. COUNTRY!!!!!!!!
Health & Safety
When Crisis Strikes On Everest — How Do You Respond?
Physician Ken Kamler describes his experience as a doctor on Mount Everest during one of its deadliest days in its history.
How Do You Make The International Community Care About The Refugee Crisis?
Melissa Fleming, chief spokesperson for the UNHCR, tells the story of a young refugee who miraculously survived four days on a child's life ring after her boat was capsized in 2014.
How Can Text Messaging Save Lives?
Activist Nancy Lublin explains how Crisis Text Line, the first 24/7 text line of its kind, has helped millions of people by providing direct support as well as anonymous data about people in crisis.
Avoiding A Future Crisis, Madison Removed Lead Water Pipes 15 Years Ago
The water crisis in Flint, Mich., raised an alarm about the dangers of lead in our water supply, but it is not new knowledge. Madison, Wis., knew about it and removed all its lead pipes 15 years ago.
CDC Team Scoured Hard-Hit Northern Brazil For Clues To Zika Virus
Scientists studying Zika-infected women in Brazil say they hope to learn more about the disease's effects from the blood samples they'll be bringing home for further analysis.
Zika Is Linked To Microcephaly, Health Agencies Confirm
Scientists say research has establish a connection between Zika and microcephaly. More research is needed to establish how much danger a fetus is in if a pregnant woman becomes infected.
Industrial Science Hunts For Nursing Home Fraud In New Mexico Case
New Mexico is using time-motion studies to sue a chain of nursing homes for fraud. State prosecutors say the facilities couldn't possibly have provided the care promised — and billed for.
Only One Country Offers Universal Health Care To All Migrants
Migrants often have trouble getting medical care in the country where they've resettled — especially if they're in the country illegally. But not in Thailand.
Community Health Assessment Begins In Guilford County
The Guilford County Health Department is trying to figure out how healthy the county really is. That's why they're going door to door to survey hundreds of local residents.