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November 28, 2019
In Order to End AIDS, You Have to End Stigma

We have come a long way since the first World AIDS Day in 2005, but the epidemic is not yet over. To end it, we need two things: a vaccine and a change in the way we think. VOA's Carol Pearson explains
November 08, 2019
Therapy Dogs Help Patients In Hospital Intensive Care Unit

Studies show when people interact with animals, people feel less anxious, and even feel less pain
November 07, 2019
Therapy Dogs Help Patients In Hospital Intensive Care Unit

Studies show when people pet an animal, their blood pressure goes down along with stress and anxiety. That's why therapy dogs are increasingly found in schools, counseling centers and even in hospitals. VOA's Carol Pearson reports on two hospitals that use therapy dogs to help patients on their medical journey.
November 07, 2019
Therapy Dogs Help Patients in Hospital Intensive Care Unit

Studies show when people pet an animal, their blood pressure goes down along with stress and anxiety. That's why therapy dogs are increasingly found in schools, counseling centers and even in hospitals. VOA's Carol Pearson reports on two hospitals that use therapy dogs to help patients on their medical journey.
October 24, 2019
Another Partial Victory in Ending Polio

The initiative to end polio has been a long haul. It has been going on since 1988, and, while it's close, it's not finished yet. The good news is that the disease has been reduced by 99.9%. But as we hear from VOA's Carol Pearson, the polio virus is stubbornly hanging on in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
October 24, 2019
Another Partial Victory in Ending Polio

Two of the three strains of the virus have been eradicated, but unless the last strain is wiped out, the disease can still kill and cripple and spread
October 24, 2019
Another Partial Victory in Ending Polio

The initiative to end polio has been a long haul. It has been going on since 1988, and, while it's close, it's not finished yet. The good news is that the disease has been reduced by 99.9%. But as we hear from VOA's Carol Pearson, the poliovirus is stubbornly hanging on in Pakistan and Afghanistan.
October 23, 2019
Poor Posture Can Lead to Chronic Pain

How many hours do you spend looking down at your cell phone or hunched over a computer?
October 22, 2019
Poor Posture Can Lead to Chronic Pain

Have you ever thought about your posture while you were using a cell phone or a computer? Researchers found that most people, or at least most Americans, don't. But it's something everyone should think about. More from VOA's Carol Pearson.
October 17, 2019
Poor Posture Linked to Chronic Pain

Hunching over a computer screen or cellphone compresses the neck muscles, which causes fatigue, muscle tension and headaches
October 09, 2019
Blind Man Is Given Second Chance at Sight

Technology is being used to help people who have lost their vision see in a new way
October 09, 2019
Blind Man Receives a Second Chance at Sight

Technology is helping people who have lost their vision see in a new way
October 08, 2019
A Blind Man is Given a Second Chance at Sight

A groundbreaking new device is helping blind people perceive the world around them in a rudimentary fashion that can boost their quality of life. Details from VOA's Carol Pearson.
October 04, 2019
Researchers Find Clue Linking Flu, Heart Problems

Researchers at The Ohio State University College of Medicine have identified a potential explanation for why flu causes life-threatening heart issues and who may be at risk
October 04, 2019
Why Some Flu Patients Get Heart Problems

The flu season has started in the Northern Hemisphere. Although it's very early in the season, two deaths have already been reported. One was a child, the other an adult with a chronic illness, but seemingly healthy people can also die from the flu. More from VOA's Carol Pearson.
October 04, 2019
Researchers Think They Know Why Some Flu Patients Get Heart Problems

The flu season has started in the Northern Hemisphere. Although it's very early in the season, two deaths have already been reported. One was a child, the other an adult with a chronic illness, but seemingly healthy people can also die from the flu. More from VOA's Carol Pearson.
September 27, 2019
Health Experts Warn Disease Could Kill Millions Worldwide in 36 Hours

Leaders at the U.N. General Assembly heard a lot about health this week, including calls for universal access to health care and warnings of impending pandemics
September 27, 2019
Health Experts Warn That Disease Could Kill Millions in Just 36 Hours

This week, world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly heard warnings about massive loss of life and diseases that could circle the global in just three days. VOA's Carol Pearson reports that a special global preparedness monitoring group issued a report that says inaction will have grim consequences. The report said prevention heavily depends on political and social action as well as good medical care.
September 27, 2019
Health Experts Warn That Disease Could Kill Millions in Just 36 Hours

This week, world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly heard warnings about massive loss of life and diseases that could circle the global in just three days. VOA's Carol Pearson reports that a special global preparedness monitoring group issued a report that says inaction will have grim consequences. The report said prevention heavily depends on political and social action as well as good medical care.
September 14, 2019
Changes in Vapers’ Lungs Similar to Changes in Smokers’ Lungs

Juul has stopped advertising that vaping is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes as studies start to show how harmful electronic cigarettes are

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