A study finds stacking bricks differently could help this country fight air pollution Bangladesh suffers from extreme air pollution, but a new study shows the brick industry can make small changes to have a big effect on the country's smog problem. Jonathan Lambert
Bikes and bakeries are back: War-torn Khartoum struggles to rebuild Government forces retook the capital city from rebel troops in April. Now comes the task of rebuilding what was once a bustling metropolis on the Nile. Emmanuel Akinwotu
Florida becomes second state to ban fluoride in public water Florida has become the second state in the country — after Utah — to ban fluoridation of public water systems. Tristian Wood
Hospital tells family brain-dead Georgia woman must carry fetus due to abortion ban Georgia's law that restricts abortion once cardiac activity is detected doesn't allow relatives to have a say in whether a pregnant woman is kept on life support. The Associated Press
A promising genetic treatment tailor-made for a baby born with a rare disorder For the first time, doctors have created a customized treatment using the revolutionary gene-editing technique known as CRISPR to treat a baby with a rare, life-threatening genetic disorder. Rob Stein
From fitness fads to mental health trends, how wellness became an American 'epidemic' Journalist Amy Larocca says our society's obsession with optimization and self care has reached a fever pitch. She unpacks what it really means to take care of ourselves in How to Be Well. Tonya Mosley
AvKare recalls over-the-counter eye drops after FDA audit Customers are encouraged to stop using several eye irritation products, including gels and artificial tears. Alana Wise
One woman's fight to remove barriers for aspiring doctors with disabilities After her dreams of becoming a doctor were denied, one California woman is working to make the profession more accessible to those with disabilities. Kristin Wright
Perimenopause symptoms can be a drag. Here's when to seek treatment From headaches and fatigue to hair loss and sleep troubles, the symptoms marking the transition to menopause can overlap with other conditions. Here's what to know and how to get help. Katia Riddle
The all-female free divers of Jeju Island have a 'superpower' in their genes The all-female Korean Haenyeo divers show genetic adaptations to cold-water diving involving their blood pressure and cold tolerance. "It's like a superpower," says one of the researchers. Ari Daniel
