How to be not lonely? 'Cohousing' is an answer for some people In cohousing communities, neighbors share common spaces, chores and a sense of connection that benefits everyone. For some, it's an answer to the isolation of parenting that many families feel today. Katia Riddle
How to solve the Gen Z social isolation problem? She tried surfing and it worked Young people today spend nearly 1,000 fewer hours per year hanging out with friends in person than they did 20 years ago. Some solutions for the loneliness epidemic are coming from unlikely places. Katia Riddle
A new generation of cancer survivors is getting diagnosed early, and living longer People are getting cancer earlier and living longer, meaning they're having to figure out how to navigate various aspects of life after diagnosis. Yuki Noguchi
New HIV drug is promising. But will it be affordable? A new drug called Lenacapavir is nearly 100% effective in preventing and treating HIV infections. But will it be made affordable for the tens of millions of people around the world who need it?
What's next for the anti-abortion movement? With President-elect Donald Trump set to begin another term and Republicans in control of Congress, the anti-abortion movement is positioned to make further gains at the the state and national levels.
Kennedy's stance on vaccines could affect the lives of millions of people NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Eric Garcia, Washington correspondent for "The Independent," about President-elect Trump's nominee to lead health and human services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Steve Inskeep
Bird flu sickens more humans, troubling scientists Just this weekend, the CDC confirmed a mild case in a child who had no known exposure to an infected animal. There have been several cases like this one over the past few months.
Here's why bird flu fears are intensifying Efforts to contain the virus are falling short. A teenager in Canada is in critical condition after an unexplained infection. And the arrival of flu season has scientists on edge. Will Stone
How to disagree at Thanksgiving without causing a food fight Mónica Guzmán shares helpful tips for more meaningful holiday conversations during potentially tense gatherings Kim Malcolm
Scientists warn of the increased dangers of a newly emerging bird flu strain The spread of bird flu continues to trouble scientists. They say there is no indication that the U.S. has the outbreak under control. And now, a more concerning version of the virus has cropped up. Will Stone