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Destroying Smallpox
Posted: March 17, 2019
Liz Waid and Bruce Gulland look at the terrible disease smallpox, and the debate about destroying the last small amounts of it.
Living While Dying
Posted: December 2, 2018
Roger Basick and Anne Muir tell the stories of young people who are very sick. These young people have chosen to live a full life, even if it is short.
World AIDS Day
Posted: November 25, 2018
World AIDS Day is December 1. It is a day to remember, hope, and act. Anne Muir and Adam Navis tell about the history and purpose of this day.
The Man with the Golden Arm
Posted: November 25, 2018
Bruce Gulland and Liz Waid look at the life-saving medicine Anti-D. This medicine comes from people like James Harrison and his special blood.
Making Babies in India
Posted: October 14, 2018
For some parents, having a baby is impossible. Sometimes, these parents get help from another woman – a surrogate. Ryan Geertsma and Robin Basselin look at commercial surrogacy in India.
Sports and Steroids
Posted: July 8, 2018
Do steroids make sports better? What problems do steroids cause? Are there any benefits? Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at the issue of using steroid drugs in sports.
Poisoned by Lead
Posted: June 10, 2018
Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at the danger of lead poisoning. They share the signs and symptoms of lead poisoning, and the ways to reduce your risk.
Immunizations Making Peace
Posted: June 10, 2018
Liz Waid and Joshua Leo look at Mass Immunization Campaigns. How can vaccines help a country find peace, even in the middle of a conflict?
Finding Cancer Early
Posted: June 10, 2018
What is the best way to fight cancer? Joshua Leo and Liz Waid look at an organization fighting cancer through safe, simple tests.
Working Without Borders
Posted: June 10, 2018
Joshua Leo and Marina Santee look at Medecins Sans Frontieres, or Doctors Without Borders. This organization provides medical care in crisis situations - without regard to political borders.

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