A 13th Child Is Raped And Killed — And A Pakistani City Is Up In Arms
The rape and slaying of 7-year-old Zainab Amin caused a political crisis aimed at officials who are accused of failing to protect the children of Kasur.
Children's Health
Indiana's Brand Of Medicaid Drops 25,000 People For Failure To Pay Premiums
The state built some key conservative policies into its experimental expansion of Medicaid. Lawmakers, health officials and patient advocates across the U.S. are now keenly watching the results.
What's The 5-Year-Survival Rate For Cancer Patients Around The World?
A new study looks at patient records for a variety of cancers from 71 countries. Some of the data is encouraging — and some is discouraging.
Is Smoking Pot While Pregnant Safe For The Baby?
Adults in a growing number of states can now legally use marijuana without a doctor's prescription. But obstetricians worry pregnant women don't realize the drug could hurt their kids.
Got Your Flu Shot Yet? Consider This A Reminder
A research review suggests reminding people when their vaccinations are due or overdue increases the number of people who get immunized.
Rare Disease Finds Fertile Ground In Rohingya Refugee Camps
Diphtheria is not seen in the West because almost everyone is vaccinated against it. But it's been infecting thousands of the refugees in Bangladesh.
No Car, No Care? Medicaid Transport Program Faces Cuts In Some States
For more than 50 years, the health program for the poor and sick has been required to ferry some clients to and from medical appointments. But a few states say transport is currently too expensive.
How Save The Children Is Coping After Attack That Killed 4 Staffers In Afghanistan
The assault struck the charity's office in Jalalablad. We spoke to executive vice president Carlos Carrazana about the victims — and the organization's work in the country.
Will State Voters Continue To Pour Money Into Stem Cell Research?
California alone has spent billions in state funds over the last 14 years to support stem cell research. Scientists want another round of cash. So, what exactly did voters get for their money so far?
Part Of Oregon's Funding Plan For Medicaid Goes Before Voters
Last summer, the Oregon Legislature passed a package of state taxes to cover Medicaid's expanding rolls. But Oregon voters Tuesday could throw a wrench in that plan by refusing some of the taxes.