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Emergency contraception: How it works, how effective it is and how to get it

Emergency contraception: How it works, how effective it is and how to get it

Emergency contraceptives and abortion pills are not the same thing, though people often confuse them. Now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned, it's vital to know the difference — and your options.
by Maria Godoy and Carmel Wroth

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Fargo clinic sues to stop North Dakota trigger ban

Fargo clinic sues to stop North Dakota trigger ban

North Dakota’s law makes performing an abortion a class C felony, except in certain cases, such as saving the life of the patient. Providers could face up to five years in prison and/or a fine of $10,000.
by Michelle Wiley

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What the U.S. can learn from abortion rights wins in Latin America

What the U.S. can learn from abortion rights wins in Latin America

In the last two years, Mexico, Argentina and Colombia have decriminalized or fully legalized abortion. Here's what Latin America's green wave can teach the movement in the U.S.
by Ailsa Chang, Jonaki Mehta and Justine Kenin

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Nursing home robots dance, sing and watch for signs of trouble

The robots can remember faces and names, they can even sense facial cues to react in ways that could help those who become agitated or confused.
by Peter Cox

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Dealing with the 'decide for yourself' phase of the pandemic

Dealing with the 'decide for yourself' phase of the pandemic

When it comes to current guidance on COVID-19, you may feel like you are on your own. The Atlantic’s science writer Ed Yong recently described it as the “figure it out yourself” phase of the pandemic. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with Yong, and a community group in Minneapolis that is working to fill the gaps in information and aid.
by Samantha Matsumoto and Angela Davis

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Dr. Joi Lewis on taking care of yourself in times of tragedy

Dr. Joi Lewis on taking care of yourself in times of tragedy

There have been so many tragedies recently, this is a good time to focus on ways to take care of yourself and your community. Host Cathy Wurzer talks with Dr. Joi about the appeal of numbing out your feelings when things get overwhelming, and what to do when life makes you want to stay in bed with the covers over your head!
by Melissa Townsend and Cathy Wurzer

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FDA temporarily suspends order banning Juul cigarettes

FDA temporarily suspends order banning Juul cigarettes

The U.S. federal agency said on Twitter that the stay temporarily suspends the marketing denial order while it conducts further review, but does not rescind it.
by The Associated Press

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