Where do things stand with reproductive rights as we head into the election? Historian Mary Ziegler talks about the legal battles shaping reproductive rights across the U.S. — including the scope of abortion access and the fate of invitro-fertilization. Tonya Mosley
Harris backs slashing medical debt. Trump’s ‘concepts’ worry advocates The Biden administration has taken significant steps to address the medical debt problem that burdens 100 million people in America, but gains would be jeopardized by a Trump win, advocates say. Noam Levey
COMIC: Science-backed mood boosters to (almost instantly) snap you out of a funk Six techniques to energize you when you feel sluggish and relax you when you feel stressed. Feel the transformation in 15 minutes or less. Connie Hanzhang Jin
CVS and Walgreens are ailing. Here’s why America’s biggest pharmacy chains are closing hundreds of stores, laying off thousands of workers and rethinking their role in our lives. Alina Selyukh
How new flu, RSV vaccines could help protect more kids this year Several advancements in vaccines could help families keep viruses at bay this year. Eilís O'Neill
Hurricanes like Helene and Milton leave behind a trail of psychological damage NPR's Juana Summers talks with with Dr. Sandro Galea, dean of the Boston University School of Public Health, about the mental health consequences of devastating hurricanes like Helene and Milton. Juana Summers
Wise words from Sister Rosita, age 79: A math lover wins U.N. prize for refugee relief Rosita Milesi was honored with the U.N. Refugee Agency's Nansen Award for 40 years of activism. The U.N. calls her a “formidable refugee champion.” And she has life lessons to share. Maria Isabel Barros Guinle
Walgreens will close 1,200 stores, hoping for a turnaround Walgreens says about a quarter of its stores are unprofitable. Big pharmacy chains are struggling with growing retail competition and lower prescription payouts. Alina Selyukh
Are political disagreements stressing you out? Here are tips to bridge the divide With only weeks to a divisive election it can be hard to talk politics. Polarization can damage our relationships and our health. We have strategies to reduce election stress, starting with ourselves. Allison Aubrey
From Hurricane Milton to world hunger: How to make your donations count The world is facing a devastating array of disasters. If you want to donate to a charity to make a difference, how can you make sure your dollars will do the most good? Diane Cole
