Worst whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousands Whooping cough is spreading nationwide at the highest levels since 2014. There have been about 17,500 cases this year — more than four times as many compared to the same time last year — and four confirmed deaths. And experts are concerned that the outbreak could worsen in the fall and winter months. Eilís O'Neill
Manufacturers and feds work to stabilize supply of IV fluids for hospitals After Hurricane Helene flooded an IV fluid factory in North Carolina, the government and industry are trying to mitigate shortages. Sydney Lupkin
Fisher-Price recalls 2 million Snuga Swings after infant deaths The deaths of five infants ages 1-3 months old occurred from 2012 to 2022. It's not the first time the New York-based company has had to remove products from the market following infant fatalities. Alana Wise
CDC updated RSV vaccination guidelines Along with COVID-19 and the flu, the virus peaks during the fall and winter months.
EPA rules that all lead pipes must be replaced in a decade Federal officials say the removal of lead pipes will improve public health, especially among children.
Hello Diwali Barbie! What is India saying about your skin tone and your vibe? The new doll is being scrutinized for the color of her skin, her facial features and her garb. Early reviews are Barbie-tastic. Kamala Thiagarajan
Politicians say health plans should cover IVF. Currently only 1 in 4 employers do This election, the future of health coverage for fertility treatments has been a hot political issue. A new report highlights what coverage looks like for American workers right now. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Are Crocs bad for kids' feet? Crocs are beloved by many kids. Why is social media filled with warnings about how they might be bad for children's developing feet and gait? (Story aired on All Things Considered on Oct. 8, 2024.) Maria Godoy
Only 2% of charitable giving goes to women. Can Melinda French Gates change that? The philanthropist is spending $1 billion — and leveraging her ever-growing celebrity — to call more attention to the systemic problems facing women and girls. Now she's focusing even more on women's health. Maria Aspan
How often do U.S. workers have access to insurance coverage for fertility treatment? Only one-in-four employers cover in vitro fertilization in health insurance, according to KFF's annual survey. The costs of IVF have become a hot topic in the presidential race. Selena Simmons-Duffin