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The quiet $8 billion crisis: long COVID costs keep rising as Washington looks away

NIH grants canceled, the federal office shuttered, clinics closing — the government is turning its eyes elsewhere as 44 million suffer.

By Bruce Y. Lee, Hannah Dimmick and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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500,000 people were locked in state psychiatric hospitals. Their descendants can’t find out why
By Mike Stobbe, Nick Lichtenberg and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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AI hallucinations are infiltrating expert work—and entering the permanent body of knowledge
By Tristan BoveMay 24, 2026
The health benefits of saunas: backed by research and experts 
The health benefits of saunas: backed by research and experts 
By Katie MooreMay 22, 2026
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Meet the hospital dogs ‘making a real difference’ by getting sick kids to smile
By Laura Ungar and The Associated PressMay 23, 2026
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Everyone is blaming AI for the death of ‘craft.’ Take a good look in the mirror
By Ashley YetmanMay 23, 2026
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Oil drops as U.S. says deal with Iran and Hormuz reopening is near
EnergyOil drops as U.S. says deal with Iran and Hormuz reopening is near
By Nicholas Lua and BloombergMay 24, 2026
Russia’s economy is much worse than it seems, and ‘elites are increasingly alarmed’ as alternate GDP gauge shows huge contraction
EconomyRussia’s economy is much worse than it seems, and ‘elites are increasingly alarmed’ as alternate GDP gauge shows huge contraction
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
Alaska’s oil revival sparks a new energy rush Into the Arctic
EnergyAlaska’s oil revival sparks a new energy rush Into the Arctic
By Jennifer A. Dlouhy and BloombergMay 24, 2026
Trump says ‘don’t listen to the losers’ after fellow Republicans warn he’s about to make a disastrous mistake with Iran ceasefire deal
PoliticsTrump says ‘don’t listen to the losers’ after fellow Republicans warn he’s about to make a disastrous mistake with Iran ceasefire deal
By Darlene Superville, Matthew Daly and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
SpaceX stock is about to join this growing constellation of public companies building a space-based economy
InvestingSpaceX stock is about to join this growing constellation of public companies building a space-based economy
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
The more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
PoliticsThe more generous U.S. ceasefire terms are, the more suspicious Iran becomes they’re a ruse for another attack, expert says
By Jason MaMay 24, 2026
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EnergyNonprofit fraud isn’t surging. Enforcement is
By Sarah Webber and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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Personal FinanceFrom Hobbes to the 14th amendment: the ancient and modern cases against Trump’s $1.8 billion fund
By Austin Sarat and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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LeBron James reportedly spends $1.5 million a year on his biohacking regimen. Here is his daily routine
HealthLeBron James reportedly spends $1.5 million a year on his biohacking regimen. Here is his daily routine
By Alexa MikhailNovember 4, 2024
  • Dimer Health CEO Caroline Hodge.
    CommentaryCancer made me a patient. Health care’s blind spots made me a CEO
    By Caroline HodgeOctober 25, 2024
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MindFrom ‘nauseously optimistic’ to ‘headline stress disorder,’ how to deal with your election anxiety
By Korin MillerNovember 4, 2024
More Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms
HealthMore Millennials and Gen Xers are getting colorectal cancer. Even young adults should watch for these 7 symptoms
By Erin PraterNovember 4, 2024
5 symptoms women over 40 should always take seriously
Health5 symptoms women over 40 should always take seriously
By Jessica FirgerNovember 4, 2024
Donald Trump shakes hands with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
PoliticsDonald Trump would push to remove cavity-fighting fluoride from drinking water, RFK Jr. says
By Jonathan J. Cooper and The Associated PressNovember 3, 2024
Binge drinking is on the rise among older adults. Here’s why it’s more dangerous and how to spot the signs
HealthBinge drinking is on the rise among older adults. Here’s why it’s more dangerous and how to spot the signs
By Alexa MikhailNovember 3, 2024
  • Ohio abortion ban struck down by judge who cites voter-approved reproductive rights amendment
    HealthOhio abortion ban struck down by judge who cites voter-approved reproductive rights amendment
    By Julie Carr Smyth and The Associated PressOctober 25, 2024
Waking up at 5 a.m. every day could improve your life. 5 key steps can help make it work for you
LifeWaking up at 5 a.m. every day could improve your life. 5 key steps can help make it work for you
By Alexa MikhailNovember 3, 2024
Here’s exactly how much protein you need based on your workout routine
HealthHere’s exactly how much protein you need based on your workout routine
By Ani FreedmanNovember 2, 2024
Don’t avoid the end-of-life talk with your aging parents. Here’s how to start the conversation
HealthDon’t avoid the end-of-life talk with your aging parents. Here’s how to start the conversation
By Rachel Reiff EllisNovember 1, 2024
Walking pneumonia, a lung infection caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae, tends to be most common among older children and adolescents but in 2024 has been rampant among young children.
HealthCould your cough be walking pneumonia? Here are the symptoms of the spiking bacterial illness
By Lindsey LeakeNovember 1, 2024
A study on the Mediterranean diet offers the strongest proof yet that it’s associated with healthy brain aging
HealthA study on the Mediterranean diet offers the strongest proof yet that it’s associated with healthy brain aging
By Erin PraterNovember 1, 2024
  • McDonald’s makes it official: onions from California produce company are linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
    HealthMcDonald’s makes it official: onions from California produce company are linked to deadly E. coli outbreak
    By Jonel Aleccia, Dee-Ann Durbin and The Associated PressOctober 25, 2024
Portrait of a smiling woman dressing on healthy green salad with olive oil. She is sitting at dining table with modern kitchen at background.
HealthStrokes are on the rise, especially in younger people. These 5 lifestyle changes can help lower your risk
By Ani FreedmanNovember 1, 2024
3 ancient foods are the staple of this blue zone’s longevity diet
Health3 ancient foods are the staple of this blue zone’s longevity diet
By Alexa MikhailNovember 1, 2024
COVID-19 is no longer the world’s leading infectious disease killer
HealthCOVID-19 is no longer the world’s leading infectious disease killer
By Chris MorrisOctober 31, 2024
Two years ago, world leaders established a global Pandemic Fund. Now its co-chairs are warning it needs at least $2 billion by June
CommentaryTwo years ago, world leaders established a global Pandemic Fund. Now its co-chairs are warning it needs at least $2 billion by June
By Chatib Basri and Sabin NsanzimanaOctober 31, 2024
McDonald’s E. coli case count grows as FDA investigators identify an ‘onion grower of interest’ in Washington
HealthMcDonald’s E. coli case count grows as FDA investigators identify an ‘onion grower of interest’ in Washington
By Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressOctober 31, 2024
How bathing in magnesium flakes can reduce stress and boost mood
LifeHow bathing in magnesium flakes can reduce stress and boost mood
By Alexa MikhailOctober 31, 2024
A young woman works at a desk.
HealthGen Z and young millennial employees are missing the equivalent of one day’s work every week due to mental health concerns, research shows
By Orianna Rosa RoyleOctober 30, 2024
The U.K.’s fertility rate is at its lowest level in 90 years, far below the ‘replacement rate.’ Yet another snag in the nation’s productivity battle
LifestyleThe U.K.’s fertility rate is at its lowest level in 90 years, far below the ‘replacement rate.’ Yet another snag in the nation’s productivity battle
By Prarthana PrakashOctober 30, 2024
A hand is seen holding Ozempic.
HealthNovo’s main Ozempic plant cited for quality lapses by FDA
By Madison Muller and BloombergOctober 29, 2024
Selena Gomez’s mom shares 2 essential tips for parenting children with mental health challenges
HealthSelena Gomez’s mom shares 2 essential tips for parenting children with mental health challenges
By Alexa MikhailOctober 29, 2024
Top aging expert says these 4 FDA-approved drugs hold promise for extending life
HealthTop aging expert says these 4 FDA-approved drugs hold promise for extending life
By Alexa MikhailOctober 29, 2024
Daylight saving time is ending. 4 ways to keep the time change from wreaking havoc on your sleep
HealthDaylight saving time is ending. 4 ways to keep the time change from wreaking havoc on your sleep
By L'Oreal Thompson PaytonOctober 28, 2024
Pizza shop issues apology after customers get high from eating THC-contaminated pies
HealthPizza shop issues apology after customers get high from eating THC-contaminated pies
By Alexa MikhailOctober 28, 2024
Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here’s why there’s so little progress
HealthBlack Americans still suffer worse health. Here’s why there’s so little progress
By Fred Clasen-Kelly, Renuka Rayasam and KFF Health NewsOctober 28, 2024
McDonald’s brings back Quarter Pounders after ruling out its beef patties as the source of deadly E. coli outbreak
HealthMcDonald’s brings back Quarter Pounders after ruling out its beef patties as the source of deadly E. coli outbreak
By Sarah Parvini and The Associated PressOctober 28, 2024
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HealthHow to use Medicare star ratings wisely during open enrollment
By Richard EisenbergOctober 28, 2024
Woman in a tan shirt dress standing in front of a UPS Store
HealthUPS Store president shares 4 lessons she learned from surviving a ‘widowmaker’ heart attack
By Beth GreenfieldOctober 27, 2024
This 30-second balance test can help tell you how well you’re aging
HealthThis 30-second balance test can help tell you how well you’re aging
By Ani FreedmanOctober 26, 2024
Three women in workout clothes standing outside with their arms in the air
LifeTai chi isn’t just for seniors. The workout boosts strength, flexibility, and longevity, no matter what your age
By Kells McPhillipsOctober 26, 2024
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