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Famine declarations are relatively rare. But the leading international authority on hunger crises this week declared that regions of war-torn Sudan face catastrophic shortages of food.
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The red pigments in some fall leaves have proven to be a puzzle for researchers who debate why leaves bother to go red. -
The federal government promised an Oregon hospital millions of dollars to help prepare for an earthquake. They're still waiting for the money. -
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday he has decided to nominate Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator, months after withdrawing the tech billionaire's nomination because of concerns about his political leanings. -
Leaves often turn brilliant colors in autumn. One of those colors has generated a lot of heated debate among scientists in recent years.
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Certain prepared pasta dishes were recalled from retailers like Trader Joe's, Kroger and Walmart between June and October. Health officials urge customers to dispose of them and clean their fridges. -
Public health leaders convene in Washington, D.C. this week to defend their vision for America's health, and look ahead for how to rebuild after the Trump administration's attacks on the system. -
In the United States, 3 million elderly and disabled people get health care benefits at home, which is covered by Medicaid in many states. But the way states determine who is eligible for care is confusing and could leave people out.
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There are strict rules about what drug companies can say in TV or print ads. But a new study shows there's a lot more wiggle room when companies pay to sponsor online search results. -
Propel makes a free app for people on food stamps. Now it's giving some of them $50 each, as some private companies, nonprofits, and individuals scramble to help. -
Tuberculosis is the world's deadliest infectious disease, but detecting it in remote and war-torn regions can be difficult. That's why some health clinics are now using AI to screen for the illness.
