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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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RetailHealth officials yank Boar’s Head meats from shelves amid listeria outbreak that sickened dozens
By The Associated PressJuly 26, 2024
  • Obesity medicine physician Dr. Nisha Patel breaks down five weight loss myths that “need to die” with Fortune.
    HealthThe 5 biggest weight loss myths that ‘need to die,’ according to an obesity doctor
    By Lindsey LeakeJuly 18, 2024
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HealthVeterans with PTSD are pushing for psychedelic drug therapy
By Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressJuly 26, 2024
40% of the world’s water needs will go unmet by 2030 as desalination tech plateaus
Commentary40% of the world’s water needs will go unmet by 2030 as desalination tech plateaus
By Anousheh AnsariJuly 26, 2024
This is why your back hurts—and how to relieve the pain
HealthThis is why your back hurts—and how to relieve the pain
By Liz SeegertJuly 26, 2024
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EnvironmentMonsanto’s $160 million payout: Seattle wins battle over toxic Duwamish
By Martha Bellisle and The Associated PressJuly 26, 2024
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HealthMexican cartel leaders Ismael ‘El Mayo’ Zambada and the son of Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ Guzman arrested in Texas after years on the run
By Alanna Durkin Richer, María Verza and The Associated PressJuly 25, 2024
  • The best foods to add to your diet that can help prevent skin cancer
    HealthThe best foods to add to your diet that can help prevent skin cancer
    By Lucy MaherJuly 17, 2024
25,000 people forced to flee after flames engulfed a Canadian resort town
Environment25,000 people forced to flee after flames engulfed a Canadian resort town
By The Associated PressJuly 25, 2024
Kweku Smith, PhD, a psychological services provider for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, models the Team USA Medical Team’s first official Olympics uniform, designed by Figs, ahead of the 2024 Summer Games in Paris.
MindEven Olympians battle impostor syndrome. How one Team USA psychologist is supporting athletes’ mental health in Paris
By Lindsey LeakeJuly 25, 2024
Simone Biles of Team USA practices on the balance beam during a gymnastics training session in the Bercy Arena ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on Thursday, July 25, 2024, in Paris.
LifeBiles, Osaka, Richardson Olympic comebacks highlight issues facing people like them: ‘We’re still asking a lot of Black women athletes’
By Alanis Thames and The Associated PressJuly 25, 2024
Medicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here’s how it works
HealthMedicare has a new pilot program to help people with dementia. Here’s how it works
By Richard EisenbergJuly 24, 2024
Explosion and fire at Mexican tequila factory kills at least 5
HealthExplosion and fire at Mexican tequila factory kills at least 5
By The Associated PressJuly 24, 2024
  • U.S. President Joe Biden, seen here in the Roosevelt Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, July 14, 2024, tested positive for COVID-19 on July 17.
    HealthPresident Joe Biden tests positive for COVID-19, has ‘mild symptoms’ on campaign trail in Las Vegas
    By Aamer Madhani and The Associated PressJuly 17, 2024
An older couple walks a dog in a suburban neighborhood.
LifestyleFlorida is supposed to be a boomer paradise, but it didn’t even crack the top five best states for retirement
By Seamus WebsterJuly 23, 2024
Sergey Brin is using money from selling his Tesla shares to bankroll a startup developing hallucinogenic mental-health treatments
HealthSergey Brin is using money from selling his Tesla shares to bankroll a startup developing hallucinogenic mental-health treatments
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezJuly 23, 2024
Beyond Meat rolls out a new product not intended to replicate beef, pork, or poultry
RetailBeyond Meat rolls out a new product not intended to replicate beef, pork, or poultry
By Chris MorrisJuly 23, 2024
The Fortune 50 Best Places to Live will serve multigenerational families for the long haul
HealthThe Fortune 50 Best Places to Live will serve multigenerational families for the long haul
By Alexa MikhailJuly 23, 2024
Closeup of bearded man frowning while holding TV remote on his chest
MindThe 24/7 news cycle is brutal. Here’s how to prioritize your mental health while digesting it all
By Beth GreenfieldJuly 22, 2024
Who is eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid?
HealthWho is eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid?
By Margie Zable FisherJuly 22, 2024
Kamala Harris, once Joe Biden’s voice on abortion, would take an outspoken approach to health
HealthKamala Harris, once Joe Biden’s voice on abortion, would take an outspoken approach to health
By Stephanie Armour, Julie Appleby, Julie Rovner and KFF Health NewsJuly 22, 2024
Closeup image of model Karlie Kloss in ball gown
HealthModel and entrepreneur Karlie Kloss is passionate about vitamins, Pilates, and protecting abortion access
By Beth GreenfieldJuly 22, 2024
Summer could be the worst time of the year for employee mental health. Here’s why
CommentarySummer could be the worst time of the year for employee mental health. Here’s why
By Smriti JoshiJuly 22, 2024
pig plays with toy
HealthThese gene-edited pigs that provide organs for humans listen to Tom Petty and enjoy luxury accommodations
By Lauran Neergaard and The Associated PressJuly 21, 2024
A listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has killed 2 people and sickened dozens more. What to know about symptoms and how to stay safe
HealthA listeria outbreak linked to deli meat has killed 2 people and sickened dozens more. What to know about symptoms and how to stay safe
By The Associated PressJuly 20, 2024
Doctors revert to pen and paper after CrowdStrike’s outage hits hospitals: ‘Every single computer was down’
TechDoctors revert to pen and paper after CrowdStrike’s outage hits hospitals: ‘Every single computer was down’
By Jessica MathewsJuly 19, 2024
Some women are turning to menstrual cups after a study found toxic metals in tampons. Here’s what period cups are and how they work
HealthSome women are turning to menstrual cups after a study found toxic metals in tampons. Here’s what period cups are and how they work
By Beth GreenfieldJuly 19, 2024
George Arison, Chief Executive Officer, Grindr, talks on stage during a Fortune conference in Park City, Utah.
TechTinder and Bumble are tanking because they treat men badly, Grindr CEO said
By Eva RoytburgJuly 19, 2024
Blanket phone bans in schools are well-intentioned—but they could backfire
CommentaryBlanket phone bans in schools are well-intentioned—but they could backfire
By Dylan DiamondJuly 19, 2024
Does Medicare pay for dementia care? Here’s what coverage you can expect for treatments and therapies
HealthDoes Medicare pay for dementia care? Here’s what coverage you can expect for treatments and therapies
By Margie Zable FisherJuly 18, 2024
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Health‘Brain health’ mushroom gummies with illegal hallucinogens have sent over 70 to ER
By Beth GreenfieldJuly 18, 2024
Healthy women help everyone rise—I’ve seen it in Kenya
CommentaryHealthy women help everyone rise—I’ve seen it in Kenya
By Wendo AszedJuly 18, 2024
Savannah H. (left), a cardiology acute care nurse practitioner, and Dr. Mohamed H., an emergency and EMS physician, wear Team USA Medical Team gear designed by Figs. More than 250 health care professionals will wear the uniforms at the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympics in Paris.
HealthTeam USA’s medical staff have their first official Olympics uniform. Here’s what they’ll be wearing in Paris
By Lindsey LeakeJuly 18, 2024
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