Ebola vaccine cuts death rates in half — even if it's given after infection Ebola is one of the most feared infectious diseases, with more than half of those infected dying. A vaccine has now been shown to cut that mortality rate in half. Ari Daniel
Abortion pills that patients got via telehealth and the mail are safe, study finds The study looks at 6,000 patients who got abortion pills after an online appointment. It found that 99.7% of those abortions were not followed by any serious adverse events. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Americans who live alone report depression at higher rates, but social support helps The number of people living alone in the U.S. jumped to nearly 38 million. A new study shows people who live alone are more likely to report depression if they didn't have other social supports. Rhitu Chatterjee
A man died from Alaskapox last month. Here's what we know about the virus The first known fatality was an elderly man who lived alone in a forested area and was immunocompromised. Scientists say there's no evidence of human-to-human transmission of the virus so far. Joe Hernandez
So you think you know all about the plague? A case in Oregon is a rarity in the United States. It is not expected to spread. But this ancient and deadly disease remains a threat around the world. Michaeleen Doucleff
Tai chi reduces blood pressure better than aerobic exercise, study finds The slow-moving Chinese martial art tai chi is known to increase flexibility and balance. Now, research suggests it's more effective at reducing blood pressure than more vigorous forms of exercise. Maria Godoy
The CDC may be reconsidering its COVID isolation guidance The current guidance advises five days of isolation. Unnamed health officials have indicated that this guidance may soon go away, a move that troubles public health experts. Pien Huang
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who's in the hospital, cancels trip to Brussels Austin canceled the trip which was set up to meet with international leaders about the war in Ukraine. Austin returned to the hospital on Sunday with a bladder issue.
The secret to lasting love might just be knowing how to fight The Gottmans have been studying marriage and relationships for 40 years. In a new book, Fight Right, they explain how successful couples resolve their conflicts. Andee Tagle
Seattle P-Patch gardeners donated 33,000-plus pounds of produce to food banks in 2023 P-patch gardens in Seattle parks are more than a hobby: they’re a resource to feed some of the city’s hungriest people. Gardeners donated tens of thousands of pounds of organic fruits and vegetables to local food banks in 2023. Casey Martin
