World Bank Head On Ebola: Put The Fire Out Where It's Raging
World Bank President Jim Kim believes the world has moved too slow in battling Ebola. And closing off travel from West Africa, he says, is not the answer.
Health & Safety
CDC Director: U.S. Hospitals Should Use 'Index Of Suspicion' With Ebola
Robert Siegel talks to Tom Frieden, director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about CDC efforts to slow the virus' spread and the likelihood of more domestic Ebola cases.
Why OCD Is 'Miserable': A Science Reporter's Obsession With Contracting HIV
David Adam has had obsessive-compulsive disorder for 20 years. In The Man Who Couldn't Stop, he chronicles his experiences — and how medical understanding and treatment of OCD have changed over time.
Imagining A Future When The Doctor's Office Is In Your Home
You can now monitor your heart rhythm with your cellphone. Dr. Eric Topol imagines a day when patients will be doing a lot more of their own medical testing, with doctors as advisers.
Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, But Science Can Help
When your friends say it's time to stop wallowing in despair and move on, you can say that reflecting on a recent breakup can speed recovery. Oh, and maybe some Taylor Swift.
The Sources And Symptoms Of A Disease With A Global Reputation
Following the news of an Ebola outbreak in Guinea, Robert Siegel speaks with Pierre Rollin of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about the virus' symptoms, transmission and containment.
Minifasting: How Occasionally Skipping Meals May Boost Health
If your New Year's resolutions to eat better haven't panned out yet, consider intermittent fasting. It's gaining traction among dieters and researchers for its benefits beyond just weight loss.
Allergists Urge Use Of Epinephrine For Allergy Emergencies
Mom may be more up to speed on the right treatment for life-threatening allergic reactions than doctors, a study finds. Epinephrine should be the first and fastest choice for treatment.
Dense Fog Advisory Thurday Morning; Schools Announce 2-Hour Delays
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 10am Thursday. A number of area schools have announced 2-hour delays.
Bariatric Surgery Cuts The Risk Of Death Years Later
People considering weight-loss surgery haven't had much evidence on long-term risks or benefits. A study finds lower death rates after surgery, even for people who were older and less healthy.