PBS News Hour - Health

Written by: PBS NewsHour
Listen for free

  • Summary

  • The latest medical news, analysis and reporting. (Updated periodically) PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
    2024 NewsHour Productions LLC. All Rights Reserved.
    Show More Show Less
Hygiene & Healthy Living
Show More Show Less
activate_samplebutton_t1
Episodes
  • Why hurricanes can cause thousands more deaths in the years after they hit

    Why hurricanes can cause thousands more deaths in the years after they hit
    Oct 12 2024
    The official death toll from Hurricane Milton may not be telling the whole story. New research suggests that lasting damage from storms like Milton could result in thousands of additional deaths in future years, particularly among society's most vulnerable. John Yang speaks with Washington Post climate reporter Sarah Kaplan for more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • What to know about a rare but serious medical condition caused by strenuous workouts

    What to know about a rare but serious medical condition caused by strenuous workouts
    Sep 29 2024
    Officials at Tufts University are investigating an athletic team workout that resulted in nine lacrosse players being hospitalized. The incident has put a spotlight on rhabdomyolysis, a serious, somewhat rare and potentially fatal muscle condition that can be brought on by overexertion. Ali Rogin speaks with Dr. Miho Tanaka to learn more. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
    Show More Show Less
    5 mins
  • New wearable technology takes us into the minds of babies

    New wearable technology takes us into the minds of babies
    Sep 28 2024
    When a baby fusses or cries, exhausted parents may wish they could know what's going on inside their baby's brain. Now, scientists hope clues could come with the help of a wearable brain imaging device. The new technology can track cognitive functions and may one day help identify early signs of autism or ADHD. ITV News science correspondent Martin Stew reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
    Show More Show Less
    3 mins

What listeners say about PBS News Hour - Health

Average Customer Ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.in reviews

Amazon Reviews
No Reviews are Available