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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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After a storm of criticism, Lina Khan’s FTC has a $7 billion victory related to a cancer-test acquisition
HealthAfter a storm of criticism, Lina Khan’s FTC has a $7 billion victory related to a cancer-test acquisition
By Gerry Smith and BloombergDecember 18, 2023
  • What is ‘white lung’ pneumonia, and why is it reportedly on the rise in kids? What parents need to know
    HealthWhat is ‘white lung’ pneumonia, and why is it reportedly on the rise in kids? What parents need to know
    By Erin PraterDecember 6, 2023
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HealthSevere obesity increasing among young American children, new study confirms
By Mike Stobbe and The Associated PressDecember 18, 2023
DEA warns Georgia to shelve its plans to be the first state to let pharmacies dispense medical marijuana
HealthDEA warns Georgia to shelve its plans to be the first state to let pharmacies dispense medical marijuana
By The Associated PressDecember 18, 2023
6 ways to avoid holiday travel stress, stay mindful on the go, and fly with ease
Life6 ways to avoid holiday travel stress, stay mindful on the go, and fly with ease
By Alexa MikhailDecember 17, 2023
Researchers have finally discovered the cause of morning sickness in pregnancy—and may be close to a cure
FamilyResearchers have finally discovered the cause of morning sickness in pregnancy—and may be close to a cure
By Erin PraterDecember 16, 2023
I spent 5 days in the famous spa town of Baden-Baden, Germany and came back restored. Here’s what makes it an ideal wellness getaway
LifeI spent 5 days in the famous spa town of Baden-Baden, Germany and came back restored. Here’s what makes it an ideal wellness getaway
By Jaspre GuestDecember 16, 2023
  • Taylor Swift performs on stage at Estadio Más Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti on Nov. 9 in Buenos Aires. Prior to the Eras tour, Swift approached touring a bit lackadaisically, “like a frat guy,” she told TIME in December, after being chosen as the magazine's Person of the Year. When it came to The Eras tour, however, she began training six months in advance.
    HealthTaylor Swift’s intense preparation for the iconic Eras Tour included specialized workouts and a daylong recovery routine
    By Erin PraterDecember 6, 2023
Chia seeds are a superfood that could help combat world hunger and climate change, researchers say
LifeChia seeds are a superfood that could help combat world hunger and climate change, researchers say
By Erin PraterDecember 16, 2023
U.S. Surgeon General’s 5-for-5 connection challenge can help you feel less lonely: ‘It’s incredibly powerful’
MindU.S. Surgeon General’s 5-for-5 connection challenge can help you feel less lonely: ‘It’s incredibly powerful’
By Alexa MikhailDecember 15, 2023
Pharma will pay rebates in 2024 on 48 drugs whose prices rose more than inflation this year: ‘Let’s call this for what it is—it simply is a rip off’
HealthPharma will pay rebates in 2024 on 48 drugs whose prices rose more than inflation this year: ‘Let’s call this for what it is—it simply is a rip off’
By Amanda Seitz and The Associated PressDecember 15, 2023
COVID-19 v. Flu: A ‘much more serious threat,’ new study into long-term risks concludes
CommentaryCOVID-19 v. Flu: A ‘much more serious threat,’ new study into long-term risks concludes
By Carolyn BarberDecember 14, 2023
AI is okay with boomers—natural language capabilities are helping the newest technology find an eager audience with older users
ConferencesAI is okay with boomers—natural language capabilities are helping the newest technology find an eager audience with older users
By Alexei OreskovicDecember 14, 2023
  • CVS Health overhauls its prescription drug pricing model, which could lead to savings for customers next year
    HealthCVS Health overhauls its prescription drug pricing model, which could lead to savings for customers next year
    By The Associated PressDecember 6, 2023
AI is in the early stages of upending the drug discovery and development process, but there will still need to be a ‘lab in the loop’
ConferencesAI is in the early stages of upending the drug discovery and development process, but there will still need to be a ‘lab in the loop’
By Sage LazzaroDecember 14, 2023
A new study from Harvard provides preliminary evidence that daydreams are involved in neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to change and adapt due to factors like injury and learning.
MindDaydreaming could amplify learning, a new study shows. Why researchers are touting the importance of ‘quiet wakefulness’
By Erin PraterDecember 13, 2023
The happiest employees take this many days of PTO. But a vast majority of workers still feel guilty taking vacation
MindThe happiest employees take this many days of PTO. But a vast majority of workers still feel guilty taking vacation
By Alexa MikhailDecember 13, 2023
Evofem, the startup trying to survive the broken birth-control market, finally sells itself
FeaturesEvofem, the startup trying to survive the broken birth-control market, finally sells itself
By Maria AspanDecember 13, 2023
Ozempic manufactured by Novo Nordisk packaging on December 7, 2023.
HealthNovo Nordisk became Europe’s most valuable company with the rise of Wegovy and Ozempic, but it’s facing stiff competition from a local pharma rival
By Christian Wienberg and BloombergDecember 13, 2023
More than 1 in 3 Gen Zers are choosing friends over family this holiday season to avoid drama. If you want them to stick around, here are the key topics to avoid
FamilyMore than 1 in 3 Gen Zers are choosing friends over family this holiday season to avoid drama. If you want them to stick around, here are the key topics to avoid
By Alexa MikhailDecember 13, 2023
A group of four young people sit close together
MindThese 3 daily habits help the U.S. surgeon general combat loneliness and burnout
By Alexa MikhailDecember 11, 2023
Climate change is unleashing a tsunami of infectious diseases–and we have fewer and fewer drugs that can treat them
CommentaryClimate change is unleashing a tsunami of infectious diseases–and we have fewer and fewer drugs that can treat them
By Jayasree K. IyerDecember 11, 2023
Are electrolyte powders good for you? What nutrition experts want you to know before taking any hydration supplement
LifeAre electrolyte powders good for you? What nutrition experts want you to know before taking any hydration supplement
By Kells McPhillipsDecember 10, 2023
Julie Gibson Clark does stretching exercises outdoors
HealthThis 55-year-old single mom makes less than $100k per year and is reverse aging without spending millions. Here’s her daily routine
By Alexa MikhailDecember 9, 2023
Once high-flying SmileDirectClub, valued at $8.9 billion just 4 years ago, to shut down after last-minute push to save it collapses
HealthOnce high-flying SmileDirectClub, valued at $8.9 billion just 4 years ago, to shut down after last-minute push to save it collapses
By Jeremy Hill and BloombergDecember 8, 2023
Millennials and Gen Xers might be the unluckiest caregivers in history. Here’s how their crisis is affecting every workplace
CommentaryMillennials and Gen Xers might be the unluckiest caregivers in history. Here’s how their crisis is affecting every workplace
By Bill NovelliDecember 8, 2023
A colorful assortment of disposable e-cigarettes
RetailU.S. lawmakers tried banning Elf Bar and other e-cigarettes imported from China—it didn’t work, and now they’re trying again
By Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressDecember 8, 2023
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HealthTwo babies infected with rare bacteria sometimes found in powdered infant formula
By Jonel Aleccia and The Associated PressDecember 8, 2023
Pneumonia is the No. 1 cause of hospital admission in kids and adults. Watch for these signs and symptoms
HealthPneumonia is the No. 1 cause of hospital admission in kids and adults. Watch for these signs and symptoms
By Erin PraterDecember 7, 2023
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PoliticsThe White House threatens to cancel the patents of taxpayer-funded drugs if they’re too expensive for patients to afford
By Amanda Seitz, Zeke Miller and The Associated PressDecember 7, 2023
Competition cop Lina Khan’s antitrust overreach is hurting U.S. competitiveness–and destroying billions of dollars in value
CommentaryCompetition cop Lina Khan’s antitrust overreach is hurting U.S. competitiveness–and destroying billions of dollars in value
By Jeffrey Sonnenfeld and Steven TianDecember 7, 2023
packs of menthol cigarettes sits on a table
HealthMenthol cigarette ban delay raises anti-smoking group fears that the proposal may fall apart
By Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressDecember 7, 2023
Some of the most common post-pregnancy conditions, which can last for months or even years after birth, include pain during sex, lower back pain, and incontinence, according to a new series published Wednesday in The Lancet Global Health.
HealthA third of women suffer long-term medical consequences after giving birth. These 9 ‘underreported’ health problems are impacting millions
By Erin PraterDecember 6, 2023
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