Children's hospitals are the latest target of anti-LGBTQ harassment
The harassment campaigns are organized online, raising questions about what role social media platforms should play in preventing abuse.
Health & Safety
Early signs suggest monkeypox may be slowing in the U.S.
Rates of new cases are declining in major cities, suggesting public health campaigns are working.
For one rape survivor, new abortion bans bring back old, painful memories
The story of a young rape victim in Ohio who had to travel out of state for an abortion this summer is recalling painful memories for an older generation.
Coronavirus FAQ: Does a faint line on a self-test mean I'm barely contagious?
These days the world of at-home testing for COVID-19 is confusing. How often do I need to test to see if I'm really positive — or negative? Does a faint line mean I'm less contagious?
Moderna sues Pfizer over COVID-19 vaccine patents
The vaccine maker alleges that its rivals Pfizer and BioNTech used some patented features of its mRNA technology to develop their COVID vaccines.
It's definitely not a good year to be a motorcycle taxi driver in Nigeria
They've been banned in many districts in bustling Lagos. Commuters who rely on the taxis are in a pickle. And the drivers can't earn a living. What's behind this prohibition?
At 988 call centers, crisis counselors offer empathy — and juggle limited resources
In a mental health crisis, a conversation with an empathetic listener can be live-saving. But when someone needs in-person help, there's a shortage of resources in many parts of the country.
Trigger laws in now 14 states place further restrictions and punishments on abortion
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Mary Ziegler, professor of law at UC Davis, to discuss the impact of the trigger laws banning abortion in Tennessee, Idaho and Texas.
A family looks for answers into why so many of them develop Alzheimer's disease
Three sisters set out to learn why many of the people in their family develop Alzheimer's disease in middle age — and what they can do about it.
Could air conditioning help prevent extreme violence in prisons? Research suggests so
New research documents what many have long believed: that heat can lead to extreme violence in prisons. Some now want cooling zones or air conditioning installed to help staff and those incarcerated.