Seeking Solutions to Improve Global Health October 26, 2007 • In a recent issue of PLOS Medicine, the journal solicited suggestions from the world's leading public health advocates about the best ways to solve health problems around the world. They also asked people living in extreme poverty to weigh in on the most effective ways to improve health in poor areas. Seeking Solutions to Improve Global Health Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15667128/15667124" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Health Officials Keep Close Watch on Bird Flu October 21, 2007 • An especially virulent strain of the bird flu has spread from Asia to Europe and Africa. Known as H5N1, the virus can infect humans as well as birds. World leaders and health officials are taking the threat of a pandemic seriously, and pressure is on to develop effective containment measures and treatments.
Health Latin American Disease Spreads to U.S. October 20, 2007 • Chagas, a parasitic disease caused by the bite and waste matter of the "kissing bug," is spread through contaminated food, blood transfusions and pregnancy. This weekend, the American Red Cross presented evidence that this disease, endemic to Central and South America, may have spread to the U.S. Latin American Disease Spreads to U.S. Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15483231/15483213" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Culture Man Uses China's Ancient Warriors in Protest October 20, 2007 • A man hopped over a security barrier in the British Museum this week and tied surgical masks on the faces of two of China's ancient terra-cotta warriors. The man was protesting against China's pollution problems. Man Uses China's Ancient Warriors in Protest Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15479950/15479923" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health Vaccinations Encouraged as Flu Season Looms October 19, 2007 • Clinics across the country are offering vaccinations against the viruses that experts predict will be the most serious infectious contenders this season. The government is encouraging widespread use of the vaccine. Experts discuss the upcoming flu season and efforts to improve prevention and treatment. Vaccinations Encouraged as Flu Season Looms Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15455353/15455383" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Research News Study Finds Drug-Resistant 'Superbugs' on Rise October 19, 2007 • A study published this week shows that the prevalence of a drug-resistant bacteria, MRSA, might be twice as high as previously believed. Doctors have also identified a strain of bacteria responsible for the common ear infection that is resistant to all antibiotics approved for use in children. Study Finds Drug-Resistant 'Superbugs' on Rise Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15453093/15455427" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Your Health Staph Killing More Americans Than AIDS October 18, 2007 • New data indicate that a drug-resistant staph infection, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is killing nearly 19,000 Americans every year — more than the nation's annual number of AIDS deaths. Why is staph so hard to treat, who is at risk, and what can be done to avoid infection? Staph Killing More Americans Than AIDS Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15391478/15391461" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Nobel Prizes 2007 Gore, U.N. Panel Awarded Nobel Peace Prize October 12, 2007 • Former Vice President Al Gore and the U.N.'s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change were awarded the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize Friday for their efforts to spread awareness of man-made climate change and lay the foundations for counteracting it. Hear NPR's David Greene on What's Next for Gore Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15217643/15236909" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player">
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The Impact of War Iraq War Stirs Memories for Vietnam Vets September 25, 2007 • For Vietnam veteran Jim Hale, Iraq is almost like "watching a rerun" of Vietnam. Hale is one of more than 150,000 Vietnam vets suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder who have sought help from the VA since 2003. Iraq War Stirs Memories for Vietnam Vets Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/14529768/14681994" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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News 'Perfect Storm' Triggers PTSD in Vietnam Vets September 24, 2007 • The Iraq war is not the only reason Vietnam vets with PTSD are pouring in to the VA decades after the war. Experts also cite aging and demographics, though no empirical study has been conducted to pinpoint all the reasons for the increase.
News Excerpts of Letters Sent to VA About Jim Hale September 24, 2007 • Jim Hale asked some of his war buddies to submit letters to the Department of Veterans Affairs to support his claim for PTSD benefits.
Space Bacteria Grown in Space Become More Deadly September 24, 2007 • To research how space travel affects living organisms, scientists grew salmonella bacteria aboard the space shuttle Atlantis. The bacteria were even more powerful than that grown on Earth. Bacteria Grown in Space Become More Deadly Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/14653292/14664024" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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AIDS Crisis Politicized in South Africa as Graves Fill September 19, 2007 • South Africa has the highest number of people infected with HIV/AIDS in the world. Activists there are angry that the government has shown no vigor in trying to meet the five-year goals set by lawmakers for reducing HIV infections nationwide. AIDS Crisis Politicized in South Africa as Graves Fill Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/14370270/14521057" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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World New Case of Foot-And-Mouth Disease Hits Britain September 13, 2007 • Confirmation of a new case of foot-and-mouth disease has sent shockwaves across Britain's farming community. Four days ago the government declared it had successfully eradicated the highly contagious disease. Now there's a national ban on the movement of cattle, sheep and pigs. New Case of Foot-And-Mouth Disease Hits Britain Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/14379597/14379571" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Western Influences Disrupt Mediterranean Diet September 8, 2007 • The Mediterranean diet — simple and locally grown — is touted as a model of healthy living. But as the convenience of pre-packaged foods and a more sedentary lifestyle creeps in, the people of Crete are starting to feel the unhealthy effects. Western Influences Disrupt Mediterranean Diet Listen Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/14208732/14261560" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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