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Radio host Rush Limbaugh says he's been diagnosed with advanced lung cancer.

Rush Limbaugh Says He Has Been Diagnosed With Advanced Lung Cancer

"This has happened, and my intention is to come here every day I can," the conservative talk show host told his listeners on Monday. He said the diagnosis was confirmed by two medical institutions.

This image from an electron microscope shows a cross-sectional view of an oligodendrocyte (blue) among nerve fibers coated with myelin (dark red). In models of autism spectrum disorder, oligodendrocytes appear to create too much or too little myelin.

Researchers Link Autism To A System That Insulates Brain Wiring

Brains affected by autism appear to share a problem with cells that make myelin, the insulating coating surrounding nerve fibers that controls the speed at which the fibers convey electrical signals.

Sure, you can shoot your doctor an email, or hit the urgent care clinic when you have a sore throat. But those convenient alternatives may be less likely than regular visits to a primary provider to catch symptoms that ebb and flow, yet might signal a larger health problem.

As Out-Of-Pocket Health Costs Rise, Insured Adults Are Seeking Less Primary Care

When's the last time you checked in with your primary care provider? U.S. adults under age 65 made nearly 25% fewer visits to primary care providers in 2016 than in 2008, a big study finds.

The Centennial Bridge over the Mississippi River connecting Davenport, Iowa and Rock Island, Illinois. Davenport's downtown suffered millions of dollars in lost business after flooding last year.

Climate And Floodwaters Are Top Of Mind For Some Iowa Voters

Davenport, Iowa, faced historic flooding last year that damaged much of the city's downtown riverfront. Business owners are concerned about future floods and how climate change plays a part.

The Scene From Iowa As Caucuses Begin

Minutes away from the start of the Iowa caucuses, NPR's political team is the Midwestern state with the candidates — and also in the studio awaiting results.

Daniel arap Moi, shown in a photo from 2002, ruled Kenya for nearly a quarter century, a period marked by repression, widespread corruption and economic stagnation. Moi has died at 95.

Daniel Arap Moi, Kenya's Longtime Strongman, Dies At 95

Moi ruled Kenya for nearly a quarter century from 1978 to 2002, a period marked by repression, widespread corruption and economic stagnation.

Federal agencies have taken action to limit the spread of coronavirus in the U.S., including screening travelers from China at airports. Respondents to a new poll say they think health officials are doing enough.

Poll: Most Americans Say U.S. 'Doing Enough' To Prevent Coronavirus Spread

A new NPR/PBS/Marist poll finds Americans are concerned about the spread of the new coronavirus, and watchful, but they're not changing their travel plans.

Filmmaker Reunites VHS Tape From Goodwill With Previous Owner

When Jim McKay watched the tape from 1994, it was of a baby's first steps. He wanted to return the tape to the family. Mission accomplished. The baby in the video is 26-year-old TyRe Alexander.

Across Iowa Technical Problems Reported With Caucus Results

State precincts reported technical issues and inconsistencies. NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Marjie Foster, the Democratic chair of Decatur County, who experienced issues reporting caucus results.

Jessica Gutierrez and her five daughters. (Courtesy)

After Flint Water Crisis, Number Of Students With Special Needs Spikes

A class-action lawsuit has been filed demanding the Flint school system provide individualized education programs and behavioral interventions for children with high lead exposure.

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