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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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President Biden to sign executive order aimed at advancing study of women’s health
HealthPresident Biden to sign executive order aimed at advancing study of women’s health
By Colleen Long and The Associated PressMarch 18, 2024
  • Retirement is becoming just the ‘third half’ of life. Here are the 4 key mindsets we’ve identified among the new generation of retirees
    CommentaryRetirement is becoming just the ‘third half’ of life. Here are the 4 key mindsets we’ve identified among the new generation of retirees
    By Graham Ward and Isabelle LebbeMarch 7, 2024
I tried this company’s 30-minute AI-powered robotic massage. Here are the surprising results
LifeI tried this company’s 30-minute AI-powered robotic massage. Here are the surprising results
By Alexa MikhailMarch 18, 2024
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LifeThese 7 high-inflammatory foods can sap your energy and raise your risk for cancer, diabetes, and heart disease
By Barbara BrodyMarch 18, 2024
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Health57-year-old woman shocked by $177,000 bill from Mass. Medicaid office for her father’s cancer bill—and threat to go after his home
By Amanda Seitz and The Associated PressMarch 18, 2024
From FBI to fitness: The 7 things Rumble Boxing president does daily that set him up for success
LifeFrom FBI to fitness: The 7 things Rumble Boxing president does daily that set him up for success
By Jordyn BradleyMarch 17, 2024
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Health‘Rural emergency hospitals’ are on the rise—a new federal classification that requires them to actually close beds
By Devna Bose and The Associated PressMarch 16, 2024
  • Hospital monopolies are buying up independent physicians and hiking prices–but Congress has an opportunity to rein them in
    CommentaryHospital monopolies are buying up independent physicians and hiking prices–but Congress has an opportunity to rein them in
    By Rob DavidsonMarch 7, 2024
Gaslighting can happen anywhere, from your home to your workplace. Here are the warning signs
MindGaslighting can happen anywhere, from your home to your workplace. Here are the warning signs
By Allana AkhtarMarch 16, 2024
In 2023, an 89-year-old man in the U.K. died in part from vitamin D toxicity, or hypervitaminosis D, coroner’s records show.
HealthThe dark side of daily vitamin D supplements: After a man died from an ‘overdose’ in the U.K., experts explain how much is healthy
By Lindsey LeakeMarch 16, 2024
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LifeAmerican marriages have finally recovered from the pandemic
By Mike Stobbe and The Associated PressMarch 15, 2024
The CEO of CVS Health is donating all the proceeds from her new book to uplift women in leadership
HealthThe CEO of CVS Health is donating all the proceeds from her new book to uplift women in leadership
By Alexa MikhailMarch 15, 2024
How to encourage inspiration instead of aggravation when others succeed
MindHow to encourage inspiration instead of aggravation when others succeed
By Mary C. MurphyMarch 15, 2024
  • 2 simple strategies can help control your high blood pressure without medication
    Health2 simple strategies can help control your high blood pressure without medication
    By Amanda LoudinMarch 7, 2024
Most Americans would rather feel 25% healthier than live 25% longer. Here’s how to lengthen your health span
HealthMost Americans would rather feel 25% healthier than live 25% longer. Here’s how to lengthen your health span
By Alexa MikhailMarch 15, 2024
What do people on Medicare really think about Medicare? New survey reveals challenges and frustrations
HealthWhat do people on Medicare really think about Medicare? New survey reveals challenges and frustrations
By Richard EisenbergMarch 15, 2024
Actress Olivia Munn announced in a March 13, 2024, Instagram post that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023 and underwent a double mastectomy.
HealthOlivia Munn was diagnosed with breast cancer 2 months after a normal mammogram. This is the tool she says ‘saved my life’
By Lindsey LeakeMarch 13, 2024
There’s a scientific reason you’re feeling impulsive and restless this time of year. An expert explains
LifeThere’s a scientific reason you’re feeling impulsive and restless this time of year. An expert explains
By Jordyn BradleyMarch 13, 2024
A person using Ozempic
RetailWegovy and Ozempic have ignited a gold rush in pharma as well as an upsurge in fake ‘skinny jabs’, leading to surge in hospitalizations
By Ashleigh Furlong and BloombergMarch 13, 2024
Uber is prodding its riders to choose hybrid or electric—but its new feature masks the dark truth about ride-sharing
LifestyleUber is prodding its riders to choose hybrid or electric—but its new feature masks the dark truth about ride-sharing
By Sunny NagpaulMarch 12, 2024
A new $16,000 postpartum depression drug is here. How will insurers handle it?
HealthA new $16,000 postpartum depression drug is here. How will insurers handle it?
By KFF Health News and April Dembosky, KQEDMarch 12, 2024
Reddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian said in a March 3, 2024, post on X (formerly Twitter) that he’d undergone a calcium score test the previous year, calling it “Probably the highest ROI $100 you can spend on your health.”
HealthReddit cofounder Alexis Ohanian calls this ‘the highest ROI $100 you can spend on your health.’ Here’s what to know about the calcium score test’s benefits
By Lindsey LeakeMarch 12, 2024
The ‘age of selfishness’ is making us sick, single, and miserable. It’s because our brains are hardwired for both self-interest and altruism
CommentaryThe ‘age of selfishness’ is making us sick, single, and miserable. It’s because our brains are hardwired for both self-interest and altruism
By Talia VarleyMarch 12, 2024
A senior sits on a bed, looking at a photo
HealthFor-profit groups have vacuumed up over 70% of America’s nursing homes, and health advocates are worried: ‘The care gets really bad’
By Harris Meyer and KFF Health NewsMarch 12, 2024
A woman stands next to her open fridge and looks down at a package of sliced deli meat.
RetailIt’s not just Trader Joe’s battling bacteria and possibly plastic in its prepared products: Food and drink recalls have reached a five-year high
By Sasha RogelbergMarch 11, 2024
Photo of 11 Oscars statues lined up next to one another in 1990 in Los Angeles
LifeFrom a $315 lymphatic drainage massage to a $150 power nap—how biohacking my beauty routine helped me get Oscar-ready
By Jaspre GuestMarch 11, 2024
What are the risks of having a baby after 35? An expert explains the reality of advanced maternal age
HealthWhat are the risks of having a baby after 35? An expert explains the reality of advanced maternal age
By Jordyn BradleyMarch 10, 2024
Does the GOLO Diet work? Experts explain the pros, cons, and risks
LifeDoes the GOLO Diet work? Experts explain the pros, cons, and risks
By Amanda LoudinMarch 9, 2024
Man Sleeping in Bed
HealthDaylight Saving Time is hurting your health—here’s how
By L'Oreal Thompson PaytonMarch 9, 2024
Karen Lynch, President and CEO, CVS Health, speaks at Fortune's Most Powerful Women summit.
SuccessFortune 500 list: The top 10 companies dominating business
By Sunny NagpaulMarch 8, 2024
Friday is the last day U.S. consumers can place mail orders for free COVID tests from the government
HealthFriday is the last day U.S. consumers can place mail orders for free COVID tests from the government
By Wyatte Grantham-Philips and The Associated PressMarch 8, 2024
FDA will take a deeper look into the safety and effectiveness of Lilly experimental Alzheimer’s drug
HealthFDA will take a deeper look into the safety and effectiveness of Lilly experimental Alzheimer’s drug
By Tom Murphy, Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressMarch 8, 2024
“Even though health insurance costs are the second-largest line item after payroll, CEOs don’t really understand it or know anything about it,” billionaire entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor Mark Cuban tells Fortune’s Lindsey Leake.
HealthMark Cuban’s $141K mistake: The Cost Plus Drugs cofounder says CEOs don’t understand health care coverage, and it’s costing them big
By Lindsey LeakeMarch 8, 2024
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