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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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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
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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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By Austin Sarat and The ConversationMay 24, 2026
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By Josh Funk, Rio Yamat and The Associated PressMay 24, 2026
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Asia82 dead in China’s worst coal mine disaster in years — regulators flagged the risk 2 years ago
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1 in 5 Americans are getting 5 hours or less of sleep per night, new Gallup poll says—a category that was ‘not really heard of in 1942’
Health1 in 5 Americans are getting 5 hours or less of sleep per night, new Gallup poll says—a category that was ‘not really heard of in 1942’
By Deepti Hajela, Linley Sanders and The Associated PressApril 15, 2024
  • ALS drug will be pulled from US market after study showed patients didn’t benefit
    HealthALS drug will be pulled from US market after study showed patients didn’t benefit
    By Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressApril 4, 2024
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Family6 things mental health experts wish parents knew about raising kids with anxiety
By Korin MillerApril 14, 2024
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HealthNo evidence Ozempic and Wegovy raise risk of self harm, EU regulators said
By Jonel Aleccia and The Associated PressApril 12, 2024
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LifeThis nutrient deficiency could be the culprit behind your brain fog, sluggishness, and lack of concentration
By Karla PopeApril 12, 2024
This 86-year-old tech wiz nicknamed ‘Mr. iPhone’ started teaching computer classes for his senior living community and transformed the way people engaged with their families
HealthThis 86-year-old tech wiz nicknamed ‘Mr. iPhone’ started teaching computer classes for his senior living community and transformed the way people engaged with their families
By Alexa MikhailApril 12, 2024
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MindFounder of Toms shoes went on a men’s retreat with other entrepreneurs to combat his loneliness and depression: ‘I lost a lot of my clear meaning and purpose’
By Alexa MikhailApril 12, 2024
  • Should you let your kid quit an activity? A parenting expert says it’s ok to be a quitter sometimes
    FamilyShould you let your kid quit an activity? A parenting expert says it’s ok to be a quitter sometimes
    By Ronnie KoenigApril 3, 2024
The go-to cheat for feeding your kids—Lunchables—has lead in it, and maker Kraft Heinz says it is a naturally occurring part of food products
HealthThe go-to cheat for feeding your kids—Lunchables—has lead in it, and maker Kraft Heinz says it is a naturally occurring part of food products
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezApril 12, 2024
Food expert Michael Pollan says most supplements ‘generally don’t work.’ But he takes this one daily
LifeFood expert Michael Pollan says most supplements ‘generally don’t work.’ But he takes this one daily
By Jordyn BradleyApril 12, 2024
Super Bowl champion Robin Cole survived prostate cancer but lost loved ones to it. The stigma around treating it has to go, he says—especially among Black men
CommentarySuper Bowl champion Robin Cole survived prostate cancer but lost loved ones to it. The stigma around treating it has to go, he says—especially among Black men
By Robin Cole and Alicia ZhouApril 12, 2024
Setting up a power of attorney for a parent with dementia could help you avoid a costly and messy guardianship proceeding. Here’s how to do it
HealthSetting up a power of attorney for a parent with dementia could help you avoid a costly and messy guardianship proceeding. Here’s how to do it
By Stephanie WatsonApril 11, 2024
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LifeAnxious to start running? Here are 7 tips to make it more enjoyable, from a 4-time Olympic Trials qualifier
By Jordyn BradleyApril 11, 2024
  • A caregivers guide to dementia: How to take care of yourself and support a loved one with dementia
    MindA caregivers guide to dementia: How to take care of yourself and support a loved one with dementia
    By Nicole Gull McElroyApril 3, 2024
My 2-year-old daughter needed a pacemaker. That spurred me to engineer a virtual heart, and now customized 3D simulations are saving lives
CommentaryMy 2-year-old daughter needed a pacemaker. That spurred me to engineer a virtual heart, and now customized 3D simulations are saving lives
By Steve LevineApril 11, 2024
Older-age pregnancies have risen 900% over the past five decades.
Health66-year-old who had 2 children in her late 30s says it’s ‘outdated’ to talk about geriatric pregnancies: ’35 is not the magic dividing line that we might think’
By Sunny NagpaulApril 11, 2024
Bill Anderson, chief executive officer of Bayer
LeadershipPharmaceutical giant Bayer is getting rid of bosses and asking nearly 100,000 workers to ‘self-organize’ to save $2.15 billion
By Orianna Rosa RoyleApril 11, 2024
This vitamin deficiency can cause forgetfulness and mimic symptoms of dementia—but it’s reversible. Doctors explain the signs to look for
HealthThis vitamin deficiency can cause forgetfulness and mimic symptoms of dementia—but it’s reversible. Doctors explain the signs to look for
By Korin MillerApril 10, 2024
CEOs are happier with the amount of sleep they get each night than directors, managers, employees in nonmanagerial positions, and even business owners, according to the inaugural Expert Reviews Sleep Survey.
LifeYour boss is probably getting more sleep than you are, survey says. Here’s who catches more z’s than even CEOs, managers, and business owners
By Lindsey LeakeApril 10, 2024
I lead one of the startups accusing Apple of patent infringement. Here’s why Congress should side with us
CommentaryI lead one of the startups accusing Apple of patent infringement. Here’s why Congress should side with us
By Priya AbaniApril 9, 2024
Can creatine supplements really boost your workouts and muscle growth? Here’s what experts say about these popular supplements
LifeCan creatine supplements really boost your workouts and muscle growth? Here’s what experts say about these popular supplements
By Alyssa SparacinoApril 9, 2024
These are the 10 worst U.S. states to live in for your mental health, according to a new study
MindThese are the 10 worst U.S. states to live in for your mental health, according to a new study
By Alexa MikhailApril 8, 2024
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HealthHow Medicare beneficiaries with Part D plans can help ensure their medications are covered
By Richard EisenbergApril 8, 2024
Ten doctors on FDA panel reviewing Abbott heart device had financial ties with company
HealthTen doctors on FDA panel reviewing Abbott heart device had financial ties with company
By Holly K. Hacker, David Hilzenrath and KFF Health NewsApril 8, 2024
Many cancer drugs remain unproven 5 years after accelerated approval, a study finds
HealthMany cancer drugs remain unproven 5 years after accelerated approval, a study finds
By Carla K. Johnson and The Associated PressApril 8, 2024
Occasionally falling asleep at work is par for the course, according to a new survey by sleep wellness company Sleep Doctor, with 46% of respondents saying they nap during the workday at least a few times a year.
Life1 in 3 workers admit to regularly napping on the clock, survey says. Here’s why Gen Z and millennial men are the worst culprits
By Lindsey LeakeApril 7, 2024
Victims of asbestos pollution that killed hundreds take Warren Buffett’s railroad to court: ‘At some point, probably everybody got exposed to it’
HealthVictims of asbestos pollution that killed hundreds take Warren Buffett’s railroad to court: ‘At some point, probably everybody got exposed to it’
By Matthew Brown, Amy Beth Hanson and The Associated PressApril 7, 2024
Study shows Wegovy eases heart-failure symptoms for patients with diabetes—helpful to Novo as it argues insurers should pay for it
HealthStudy shows Wegovy eases heart-failure symptoms for patients with diabetes—helpful to Novo as it argues insurers should pay for it
By Naomi Kresge and BloombergApril 6, 2024
Fear of aging is real: 25% of women report turning down social invitations as they worry they’ll be ‘shunned from society’
HealthFear of aging is real: 25% of women report turning down social invitations as they worry they’ll be ‘shunned from society’
By Alexa MikhailApril 5, 2024
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FinanceJudge slashes Bayer’s $1.5 billion Roundup verdict by more than 60% after Supreme Court decision on limiting punishments
By Jef Feely and BloombergApril 5, 2024
The horrors of TMJ: Chronic pain, metal jaws, and futile treatments
HealthThe horrors of TMJ: Chronic pain, metal jaws, and futile treatments
By Brett Kelman, Anna Werner and KFF Health NewsApril 5, 2024
Ultra-processed foods can undermine your health. Here’s how to identify and avoid them
LifeUltra-processed foods can undermine your health. Here’s how to identify and avoid them
By Liz SeegertApril 4, 2024
Going to bed at 9 p.m. every night could improve your health. Here’s how to see the benefits
LifeGoing to bed at 9 p.m. every night could improve your health. Here’s how to see the benefits
By Alexa MikhailApril 4, 2024
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