2021 Health Plans Granted Leeway to Limit Consumers’ Benefit From Drug Coupons
Consumers face the possibility of higher drug costs under a federal rule finalized this spring by the Trump administration.
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Pregnant in a Time of Coronavirus–the Changing Risks and What You Need to Know
While knowledge about the new coronavirus disease, COVID-19, is rapidly evolving and there are still many unknowns, medical groups and studies are starting to provide advice and answers to questions many expecting families are asking.
What Women Need to Know About the Textured Breast Implant Recall
Here are the facts on the recent textured breast implant recall, and most importantly, whether you need to worry or not.
Podcast: KHN's 'What The Health?' Is 'Medicare For All' Losing Steam?
Experienced health care journalists discuss Medicare for all (also known as Single Payer) and why enthusiasm may be decreasing; proposals to increase the age to purchase tobacco; and surprise medical bills.
Podcast: KHN's 'What The Health?' What Just Happened To The ACA And What Happens Now?
A federal district court ruled that the ACA is unconstitutional raises doubts (again) about the law, even as more people benefit and premiums for ACA plans have stabilized. Listen to the podcast.
FDA Approves a New Flu Medication
This year, for the first time in two decades, health care providers will have a new drug to prescribe to patients sick with influenza. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Xofluza in October.
Could Eating a Hot Pepper Send You to the ER?
A new case report suggests that eating some of the hottest peppers may hurt more than just your mouth.
10 Daily Servings of Fruits, Veggies a Recipe for Longevity
If you want to add years to your life, 10 daily servings of fruits and vegetables may be the best recipe you can follow, a new analysis suggests.
Meditation and Yoga May Help Sharpen Memory
A regular meditation practice might benefit older adults beginning to notice memory problems, a small pilot study finds.
Zika Virus: Women and Children Are at Risk
The Zika virus puts pregnant women and their children at risk, and it's time for the United States to take this risk seriously.
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
What Happens if You Get Pregnant While Taking Birth Control?
Becoming pregnant while taking birth control pills doesn't seem to increase the risk of birth defects, a new study suggests.
Don't Panic at Your Child's First Pubic Hair
Children with signs of puberty like pubic hair or breast growth at an early age usually aren't experiencing "precocious" puberty.
