Doctors are drowning in paperwork. Some companies claim AI can help
New startups believe chatbot technology could help reduce the burden on physicians. But some academics warn bias and errors could hurt patients.
Health & Safety
Johnson & Johnson offers to pay $8.9 billion to settle talcum powder lawsuits
The company is offering nearly $9 billion to settle claims involving its talcum powder. The tentative deal has the backing of many people who sued Johnson & Johnson, but not everyone.
Hugh Jackman says he's waiting to learn whether he has skin cancer — again
Wolverine actor Hugh Jackman says he may have skin cancer — again — and he's asking social media followers to wear sunscreen to protect themselves.
The big squeeze: ACA health insurance has lots of customers, small networks
Some consumers who bought health insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act have had a tough start to the year: Many say it's hard to find an in-network doctor or hospital.
Johnson & Johnson proposes paying $8.9 billion to settle talcum powder lawsuits
Under a proposal, a J&J subsidiary will re-file for bankruptcy protection and seek court approval for a plan that would result in one of the largest product-liability settlements in U.S. history.
For the first time in 15 years, liberals win control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court
The Wisconsin Supreme Court could soon vote to legalize abortion and end gerrymandering now that Janet Protasiewicz, backed by Democrats, has defeated GOP-backed Dan Kelly for a seat on the bench.
Washington state stockpiles thousands of abortion pills
Democratic state officials say they're ready to dispense thousands of mifepristone doses if access to the pill becomes difficult as a result of a pending federal lawsuit.
Veterans grow their confidence and ability through skiing in Colorado
A young woman in the Air Force fights for her military career dreams after a car accident paralyzed her. She's getting help from a group that teaches veterans confidence and ability through skiing.
80-hour weeks and roaches near your cot? More medical residents unionize
Part of a national trend, medical residents at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia push to form a union to demand better working conditions and higher wages. Child care is an important issue for many.
State officials urge residents to take steps to avoid insect-borne diseases
Officials with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services are reminding residents that tick bites can cause serious illnesses such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.