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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.
Louisiana Senator Comments On The Suggestion That States File For Bankruptcy
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., about the suggestion that states should seek bankruptcy filings in lieu of another relief package.
Distance Learning Methods Differ Notably Across The U.S.
Many schools are closed through the academic year. NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks with Bree Dusseault of the Center on Reinventing Public Education about how distance learning varies across the U.S.
Russian Regions Lack Resources To Deal With The Coronavirus
by Charles Maynes
The number of coronavirus cases is rising at an alarming rate in Russia, particularly in smaller cities — many of which lack even the basic resources to deal with the crisis.
Seattle Cleaner On Being An Essential Worker During The Pandemic
A housecleaner, Jonny, has lost his job due to the pandemic and is cleaning a grocery store now. He talks about what it has been like to be kept from the work which he says he loves very much.
How To Avoid Online Harassment While Teleworking
by Shannon Bond
Video conferencing became essential for some working from home during the pandemic. An NPR business correspondent explains what a Zoombomb is and advises listeners on telework safety.
More Questions About Testing For COVID-19, Answered
by Rob Stein
An NPR science correspondent answers listener questions about testing for COVID-19, immunity and how testing capacity affects plans to reopen the country.
Questions About Testing For COVID-19, Answered
by Rob Stein
An NPR science correspondent answers listener questions about testing for COVID-19, immunity and how testing capacity affects plans to reopen the country.
Critical Care Doctor Explains Directives Followed In Near-Death Cases
Dr. Jessica Zitter, a critical and palliative care specialist takes listener questions about advanced directives that doctors follow in critical situations.
What Happened Today: Trump's Order To Limit Immigration, Testing Questions
by Rob Stein
The Wall Street Journal immigration reporter Michelle Hackman and an NPR science correspondent talk about the latest executive order to suspend immigration and answer various listener questions.
Iowa Meat Plants Struggle to Remain Open
by Kate Payne
As the number of meatpacking workers with COVID-19 rises, Iowa plants struggle with remaining open amid political pressure. Food supply interruption versus worker safety is one of the tradeoffs.
Did Heavy Rain Cause Hawaii's Historic Volcanic Eruption?
by Nell Greenfieldboyce