Drugmakers hiked prices for hundreds of drugs in early January
January is a big time for drugmakers to hike prices. This year saw higher prices for 575 medications so far, including ...
Why are so many Indigenous Panamanians contracting HIV — and dying of AIDS?
The government provides HIV medicines free of charge. Yet in one Indigenous territory, cases and deaths are increasing at an ...
Cutting out alcohol for Dry January? These apps can help
If you've resolved to quit drinking for the month, a little technological assistance may be the key to sticking to your goal.
Photos: See the impact a major winter storm is having on U.S.
Winter storm warnings have been declared from Illinois to New Jersey. And some areas will get a lot of snow. They will also ...
Norovirus outbreaks are on the rise around the country and on cruise ships
Last year, there were 16 outbreaks on cruise ships, from norovirus, salmonella, E. coli or other unidentified pathogens that ...
'A very, very small number' of teens receive gender-affirming care, study finds
A new analysis of private insurance claims data finds less than 0.1% of youth accessed puberty blockers or hormones for ...
New rules will ban medical debt from your credit report
The move, which comes less than two weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office, represents a challenge ...
How Jimmy Carter's love of music helped launch his presidential campaign
Former President Jimmy Carter's close friends included the likes of Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson and the Allman brothers.
NPR's plans to cover Trump's presidency and answer critics
Going into 2025, the NPR newsroom faces two significant challenges: Covering President Donald Trump's administration and answering critics who accuse NPR of being too liberal.
Valley on their latest album, 'Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden'
The Toronto band Valley pressed the reset button on their new album, Water the Flowers, Pray for a Garden. The band had seen success in recent years, including a Juno award from Breakthrough Group of ...
Washington Desk staffing updates
We are delighted to announce that Jason Breslow will be returning to the Washington Desk as a second congressional editor, working alongside Kelsey Snell, but also chipping in on other news as it ...