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Idaho's biggest hospital says emergency flights for pregnant patients up sharply
by Julie Luchetta/Boise State Public Radio
Idaho's biggest hospital system says the number of people needing flights out of Idaho for emergency abortions is up sharply since the state's abortion ban took effect.
The Long-Term Effects Of Months-Long School Closures On U.S. Children
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with former U.S. education secretary and current president of the Education Trust John King Jr. about the long-term effects of school closures on children in the U.S.
School Closures Come In Handy For Ranchers In Wyoming
by Cooper McKim (WPR)
School closures come at the right time for family ranchers in Wyoming. Cows and sheep are calving, making people work around the clock in often-freezing weather. Kids seem happy to be able to help.
Why The True Fatality Rate Of COVID-19 Is Hard To Estimate
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Natalie Dean, an assistant professor of biostatistics at the University of Florida, about the real fatality rates of COVID-19 — and why estimates vary.
Government Accountability Office Oversees CARES Act
by Brian Naylor
The Government Accountability Office oversees the federal response to the pandemic. President Trump has blocked other oversight attempts, but it will be difficult for him to stop the GAO.
COVID-19 Victims: Idella Alban, Catherine Eisenmann and William Olenik
The Boston Globe published 16 pages of obituaries on Sunday. Among them were the obits for the coronavirus victims Idella Alban, 97, Catherine Eisenmann, 90, and William Olenik, 94.
Chris Evans Plays A Prosecutor In 'Defending Jacob' Series
by Eric Deggans
Superhero movie star Chris Evans plays a more down-to-earth role of a prosecutor whose 14-year-old son is accused of a murder in Defending Jacob, a limited series on Apple TV+.
What It Would Take To Lower The Number Of COVID-19 Patients And Flatten The Curve
by Pien Huang
Countries worldwide are aiming to prevent a sharp peak in COVID-19 patients. An NPR global health correspondent takes listener questions on flattening the curve and the future of the pandemic.
Career Counselor Advises Graduates On How To Search For A Job
by Elissa Nadworny
Recent college graduates are facing a tough job market. Kamla Charles, career counselor at Valencia College and NPR education reporter answer questions about looking for a job in times of pandemic.
Career Counselor Takes More Student Questions On How To Search For A Job
by Elissa Nadworny
Recent college graduates are facing a tough job market. Valencia College career counselor Kamla Charles and an NPR education reporter answer questions about looking for a job in times of pandemic.
A Guide To Cutting And Styling Hair At Home
Over a month of social distancing has led some to take hair care into their own hands. Stylist Yene Damtew advises listeners on how to cut and style hair at home.