Is It A Good Idea To Pay Villagers Not To Chop Down Trees?
Governments dole out millions each year. Researchers debate whether the payouts actually work. A new study from Uganda offers some answers.
Health & Safety
Newest Senate Health Care Overhaul Would Increase Uninsured By 22 Million, CBO Says
The latest report has similar findings to prior estimates: big increases in the uninsured population, with some deficit reduction. But there's a big caveat: This bill will likely change.
Just Thinking You're Slacking On Exercise Could Boost Risk Of Death
People who think others are more active tend to have shorter lifespans, even if they're actually getting the same amount of exercise. The social comparison could kill motivation, researchers say.
Opioid Treatment Funds In Senate Bill Would Fall Far Short Of Needs
A Senate proposal to repeal Obamacare includes $45 billion to treat opioid addiction. But it wouldn't make up for deep cuts to Medicaid in that same bill that has funded much of that treatment.
As Coal Jobs Fade, A Mining County Struggles To Redefine Itself
Somerset County in southwestern Pennsylvania is deep coal country. For years, it's been looking to remake itself. Wind energy and health care may be its future — if it can attract qualified workers.
The Case Of Charlie Gard Divides Doctors And Parents
Should parents or doctors have the final say when treating critically ill children? It's a question that's being hotly debated in Britain with the case of Charlie Gard.
Her Own Medical Future At Stake, A Child Storms Capitol Hill
The Republican health care bill failed in part because of opposition to shrinking Medicaid. An 11-year-old girl with sickle cell anemia went to Washington, D.C., to make sure that wouldn't happen.
Republicans Scramble For A Health Care Endgame Strategy
President Trump and Senate GOP leaders are making a last-ditch effort to try to piece together a health care proposal that can pass the narrowly divided Senate.
'Girl Up' Girls Are Inspired By Each Other (And Priyanka Chopra)
The activists came to Washington, D.C., from across the country — and around the world. They took workshops like #GirlBoss101, spoke to members of Congress — and even made time for fun.
Uncertainty Over Obamacare Leaves Next Year's Rates In Limbo
While Washington ponders the future of the Affordable Care Act, health insurers need to decide right now what to charge people for health insurance in 2018. "It's insane," says one CEO.