DOJ dismisses Biden-era lawsuit challenging Idaho's strict abortion ban The Justice Department has dismissed a Biden-era lawsuit challenging Idaho's strict abortion ban. Now, a hospital says it's suing to protect people with high-risk pregnancies. Julie Luchetta
Nominee to run NIH faces Senate scrutiny Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor of health policy, appears before the Senate HELP committee, which will vet his nomination to become the next director of the National Institutes of Health. Rob Stein
Consumers can buy Zepbound direct from the drugmaker if they'll pay out of pocket Eli Lilly is offering vials of its obesity drug Zepbound to patients at a discount — but only if they skip their insurance. Sydney Lupkin
A Nebraksa barbershop is trying to accommodate customers with sensory sensitivities More businesses are working to find ways to accommodate customers who may be overwhelmed by bright lights or loud noises. It's an effort to serve individuals with sensory sensitivities. Arthur Jones
In a sudden reversal, CDC rescinds some staff firings Some employees who were previously fired received emails saying they're "cleared to return to work." Will Stone
Hoping to revive mammoths, scientists create 'woolly mice' Hoping to bring the giant, ancient animal back from extinction, scientists have created a far smaller woolly creature. Woolly mice have some of the key traits of mammoths, including their thick, hairy coat. Rob Stein
After an Alzheimer's diagnosis, a new job gave a father 'dignity' and 'purpose' When Paul Cotter's father began to show signs of early-onset Alzheimer's disease, he lost job after job. Then, a small local company offered him a role that helped rebuild his sense of purpose. Laura Kwerel
James Harrison, whose blood donations saved over 2 million babies, has died Harrison, whose plasma contained a rare antibody, rolled up his sleeve 1,173 times from 1954 to 2018. The Australian is credited with helping 2.4 million babies and advancing scientific research. Rachel Treisman
U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier discusses vaccine hesitation consequences as King County records first measles case King County has recorded Washington state's first measles case of the year. Measles is extremely contagious for those who aren't vaccinated. KUOW Staff
Texas doctor addresses the region's measles outbreak NPR's Adrian Florido speaks with Dr. Ron Cook of Lubbock, Texas, about the measles outbreak in his state – and what the Lubbock Health Department is doing to try to control it. Patrick Jarenwattananon
