Mali's First Ebola Case In Current Outbreak Is 2-Year-Old Girl
The toddler was reportedly brought by her grandmother from neighboring Guinea, where the epidemic is raging.
Health & Safety
Scientists Fight For Superbug Research As U.S. Pauses Funding
Frustrated scientists argued Wednesday that making nasty viruses even worse in the lab provides crucial insight into preventing pandemics. Others say it just ups the risk a lab germ will start one.
How To Sell Bogus Health Cures In 5 Easy Steps
It turns out that green coffee extract isn't a "miracle pill that can burn fat fast," even though Dr. Oz said so. But there are plenty more "miracle" cures out there. Here's how to sell your own.
A 45,000-Year-Old Leg Bone Reveals The Oldest Human Genome Yet
The DNA in this ancient Siberian leg bone shows that the man had Neanderthal ancestors — yet more proof that humans and Neanderthals interbred. And he lived much farther north than expected.
FDA Cracks Down On Fake Ebola Cures Sold Online
The Food and Drug Administration has issued warning letters to companies marketing products claimed to be cures for Ebola. One firm says it will drop such claims — but it's still selling the product.
Cigarette-Maker Reynolds American To Ban Smoking At Work
Until now, Reynolds employees have been able to light up at their desks. But come January, workers will have to either go outside or use specially equipped smoking rooms.
Why Do Ebola Mortality Rates Vary So Widely?
How is it that Ebola mortality rates can be as high as 70 percent in some parts of the world, and as low as 30 percent in others? Robert Siegel talks with virologist Daniel Bausch.
This May Be The Largest Private Donation To Fight Ebola
Philanthropist Paul Allen is giving at least $100 million to support health care workers battling Ebola. Here's a look at his goals — and at contributions from other charitable groups.
Family Says Nurse Amber Vinson Is Free Of Ebola
Amber Vinson, 29, the second of two nurses diagnosed with the disease after treating an Ebola patient at a Dallas hospital, reportedly had no sign of the virus as of late Tuesday.
Blizzard In Nepal Deals A Blow To Porters As Well As Trekkers
Working as a porter in the mountains is a way out of poverty. But it's a job with great risk. After this month's killer storm, the government is calling for regulations to protect visitors and locals.