Why Not Talk About Death?
Many people just don't want to talk about what it means to live in the face of death. Astrophysicist Adam Frank reflects on life and death — and invites others to do the same.
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Birth Control Apps Find A Big Market In 'Contraception Deserts'
For some U.S. women who buy hormonal contraception via an app, it's all about convenience — birth control pills in the mail, without an office visit. But in Texas there's much more to it.
A NASA Astronaut Stays In Orbit With SpaceX And Boeing
Sunita Williams was the second female commander of the International Space Station. Now, she says her new job working with private companies to develop space technologies feels like a new frontier.
CDC Now Has Authority To Research Gun Violence. What's Next?
Mark Rosenberg oversaw gun violence research at the CDC until the Dickey amendment stopped that work. Now, with new language in the legislation Trump signed, he explains how that work can begin again.
To Save Whales, Maine's Iconic Lobster Industry May Have To Change
Scientists says to help whales, the ropes used to tend lobster traps must be changed or eliminated. Mainers who catch lobster for a living feel they're being singled out for an international problem.
How Social Media Can Reveal Overlooked Drug Reactions
Even big clinical studies can miss important drug side effects. Researchers, doctors and drugmakers are looking at patients' experiences posted on social media for clues on problems that were missed.
For One Father And Son In Puerto Rico, A Storm Was Just The Latest Trial
The Martinez family has been waiting more than a year for a neurologist to diagnose the son's condition. He needs a diagnosis to be eligible for the health care he needs, but can't get an appointment.
The Trash Patch In The Pacific Is Many Times Bigger Than We Thought
In total, scientists say there are about 79,000 tons of plastic in this area, which is more than double the size of Texas.
New Zealand Eradicates Invasive Mice From Antipodes Islands
In 2013, the government began a program to get rid the rodents from the subantarctic island, which is a World Heritage Site that is home to dozens of unique and endangered species.
Research Misconduct Allegations Shadow New CDC Director
Critics say the Trump administration failed to properly vet Dr. Robert Redfield. Sen. Patty Murray says a past research controversy suggests a "pattern of ethically and morally questionable behavior."