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Uganda is one of the countries that's greatly affected by the reduction of U.S. foreign aid. Here's how the health care system is responding — with trepidation, innovation and resilience.

The overdose reversal drug naloxone is plentiful but not always accessible. The city of San Diego and the Harm Reduction Coalition introduced their effort to bring supplies to libraries and other locations in San Diego.

Tee times at Torrey Pines and Balboa Park golf courses have become increasingly hard to get. Some golfers say hackers are likely using bots to hoover up tee times and then selling them on the secondary market. City officials say they have not found evidence of this.

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international correspondents share snapshots of moments from their lives and work around the world.

Your favorite fantastic worlds in film and television are the product of not just visual effects, but the music and sounds that accompany them. In what ways can sound and music shape our perceptions of that which we see? Join us for an entertaining and educational discussion of the aural dimension of popular media, with a special emphasis on "Doctor Who" and its history of unique and innovative uses of music and sound. This engaging, entertaining, and educational series of fan panels will appeal to Whovians, armchair scientists, and generally curious minds. Bridging science and storytelling, this series explores the real-world science in “Sci-Fi,” engaging the world of Doctor Who. Visit: 'Into the Whoniverse' panel series: Shaping Worlds of Wonder through Music and Sound Comic-Con International on Instagram and Facebook

Conservative legal activists are taking aim at the federal Hispanic Serving Institution program, which provides more than $15 million to community colleges in San Diego and Imperial County.

Lecture title: The science of longer, healthier lives - Front Row lecture with Eric Topol, MD Description: How close are we to a future where aging is no longer a barrier to vitality? Scripps Research executive vice president and professor Eric Topol will discuss the themes of his new book on longevity. Drawing on the latest breakthroughs, he’ll explore how innovations in artificial intelligence and drug discovery are combating chronic diseases like cancer, diabetes and neurodegeneration. Topol will reveal how these advances are not only extending lifespans but also improving health at every stage of life. About Scripps Research: Scripps Research is an independent, nonprofit biomedical institute based in La Jolla, California, and ranked one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. The Front Row lecture series, now in its eighth season, offers an exclusive glimpse into groundbreaking scientific discoveries in action. Reserve your seat today and learn how our scientists remain at the forefront of advancing the future of science and medicine. Join us—in the front row. Visit: Scripps Research Front Row Lecture Scripps Research on Instagram and Facebook

Social media is full of their colorful ads, but are online doctors legit? Here's the lowdown on the pros and cons of online medicine.

Julianna Zachariou is making music in a world where streams pay pennies, forcing independent artists to get creative just to stay in the game. From crowdfunding to pushing for new legislation, she's fighting for change in the industry.

Bipartisan congressional commission introduces legislation to coordinate emerging biotechnology research and boost investment, fearing that China may be poised to dominate the field.