More than 200 million seniors face extreme heat risks in coming decades, study finds
A new study warns that millions of people around the world who are 69 years or older will be at risk of dying in heat waves by 2050.
Health & Safety
California's $12 billion Medicaid experiment stretches the definition of health care
The state covers basic services for vulnerable residents, including things like air purifiers for kids with asthma. But nonprofits offering the services struggle to work within the health care system.
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Ukraine struggles to repel a Russian offensive along the northeastern border. President Biden is to announce new tariffs on Chinese imports. Gangs from China and Mexico flood U. S. with fentanyl.
Billions are being spent to keep fentanyl out of the U.S. Is it working?
Two new studies show fentanyl smuggling has increased dramatically despite efforts to target the cartels and tighten border security.
He invented a successful medical device as a student. Here's his advice for new grads
When Thorsten Siess was in graduate school, he came up with the idea for a heart device that's now been used in hundreds of thousands of patients around the world.
Trapped in Rafah, U.S. medical volunteers say they can't save lives and can't evacuate
At the European Hospital in Rafah, there are shortages of pain medication, antibiotics, even bandages, American volunteers say they are unable to save lives — and unable to evacuate to safety.
Shortage at nursing homes have left an increasing number of patients in hospitals
Complex patients who need long-term care are struggling to find care in skilled nursing facilities. Researchers say staffing shortages play a huge role.
Influx of deadly street fentanyl reaching the U.S. continues to grow, research shows
Two new reports show the fentanyl crisis isn't easing, as drug cartels continue to flood U.S. communities with the deadly illicit opioid often disguised as fake prescription pills.
As the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence
Clinical trials of MDMA have been promising, but concerns have emerged about the quality of the research. A June hearing scheduled by the Food and Drug Administration is likely to address them.
NC Medicaid expansion hits over 450,000 enrollees in five months
Three-fourths of those eligible for Medicaid expansion have now gained coverage, according to the state.