Are seed oils good or bad for health? Here's what we know
Health secretary RFK Jr. has said seed oils, like canola, soybean and sunflower oil are ‘poisoning Americans.’ But…
Parts of the US are facing heatwaves. Here's how they affect vulnerable populations.
NPR’s Andrew Limbong speaks with Patricia Fabian, professor of environmental health at Boston University, about the impact that…
Here's the science behind the COVID vaccine in pregnancy
Existing evidence on the safety and efficacy of getting a COVID vaccine in pregnancy all points the same…
NIH cuts baby 'Safe to Sleep' team. Here's what parents should know
For three decades, the federal government has spearheaded Safe to Sleep, a public health campaign credited with saving…
Here's what stood out in 100 days of Trump policies in key areas
We examine Trump’s actions and missteps in first 100 days on the economy, immigration and foreign policy.
Here's what happened in the phone call between Trump and Putin
President Trump and Vladimir Putin spoke Tuesday about a potential ceasefire in Ukraine as analysts voiced skepticism about…
A break from your cellphone can reboot your mood. Here's how long you need
A study published in PLOS validates what correlational research has suggested: It doesn’t take long to get a…
As Trump focuses on Panama, here's how Panamanians remember the 1989 U.S. invasion
When Trump talks about taking back the Panama Canal, many Panamanians recall “Operation Just Cause” — the 1989…
Income Tax Reforms 2025 FAQ: Here's The Answer To All Your Questions
In the Union Budget 2025-26, the government introduced some major reforms in the income tax and turned the…