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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
Ashley Yetman
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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TikTok influencers are promoting steroids to young men anxious to ‘be like Captain America,’ warns nonprofit
TechTikTok influencers are promoting steroids to young men anxious to ‘be like Captain America,’ warns nonprofit
By Haleluya Hadero and The Associated PressSeptember 28, 2023
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    HealthThe 2023 Fortune/PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals
    By Fortune Editors and Premier, Inc.September 21, 2023
What are Medicare’s income limits in 2023? Here’s how to calculate your costs
HealthWhat are Medicare’s income limits in 2023? Here’s how to calculate your costs
By Margie Zable FisherSeptember 28, 2023
Johnson & Johnson hit by 11,000 more lawsuits linking Baby Powder to cancer after judge throws $9 billion settlement case
HealthJohnson & Johnson hit by 11,000 more lawsuits linking Baby Powder to cancer after judge throws $9 billion settlement case
By Jef Feeley and BloombergSeptember 28, 2023
CVS is promising to boost hiring after overworked pharmacists don’t show up, but longterm solution to worker shortage is elusive
SuccessCVS is promising to boost hiring after overworked pharmacists don’t show up, but longterm solution to worker shortage is elusive
By Josh Funk and The Associated PressSeptember 28, 2023
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may be risky for older people because they melt away all-important muscles, experts say
HealthWeight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy may be risky for older people because they melt away all-important muscles, experts say
By Madison Muller and BloombergSeptember 27, 2023
Bruce Springsteen
HealthBruce Springsteen’s taking his doctor’s advice and postponing his tour with the E Street Band until 2024
By Maria Sherman and The Associated PressSeptember 27, 2023
  • Menopausal women say they are unsupported at work. Here’s how employers can step up
    HealthMenopausal women say they are unsupported at work. Here’s how employers can step up
    By Alexa MikhailSeptember 21, 2023
Pot boom revitalizes the tiny town of Dinosaur, Colorado: ‘There’s money running out of our ears’
HealthPot boom revitalizes the tiny town of Dinosaur, Colorado: ‘There’s money running out of our ears’
By Markian Hawryluk and KFF Health NewsSeptember 27, 2023
What is a Medicare Flex card? Get the facts about the flexible benefits card—including where to get one
HealthWhat is a Medicare Flex card? Get the facts about the flexible benefits card—including where to get one
By Liz SeegertSeptember 27, 2023
A woman using a 'companion robot' from Intuition Robotics.
FeaturesShe was overwhelmed with loneliness after losing her husband of 65 years. Then a robot companion changed her life
By Erika FrySeptember 27, 2023
McKinsey agrees to pay $230m to settle suits claiming it fueled the opioid epidemic by advising drugmakers like Purdue how to sell painkillers
HealthMcKinsey agrees to pay $230m to settle suits claiming it fueled the opioid epidemic by advising drugmakers like Purdue how to sell painkillers
By Joel Rosenblatt and BloombergSeptember 27, 2023
What a government shutdown would mean for Medicare beneficiaries
HealthWhat a government shutdown would mean for Medicare beneficiaries
By Erin Prater, Stephen Groves, Lisa Mascaro and The Associated PressSeptember 26, 2023
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    SuccessThe Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation just pledged $200 million to help save mothers and children during childbirth
    By Thalia Beaty and The Associated PressSeptember 20, 2023
How to get out of the drama triangle—the toxic dynamic fueling worker burnout
HealthHow to get out of the drama triangle—the toxic dynamic fueling worker burnout
By Neha SangwanSeptember 26, 2023
10 Innovators Shaping the Future of Health
Health13 innovators shaping the future of health
By L'Oreal Thompson PaytonSeptember 26, 2023
These two types of exercise combined can lead to better brain health as you age, new study says
HealthThese two types of exercise combined can lead to better brain health as you age, new study says
By Brian Ho and The ConversationSeptember 26, 2023
Women drop $15 billion more annually on medical expenses than men. How employers can fix the covert health insurance ‘pink tax’
HealthWomen drop $15 billion more annually on medical expenses than men. How employers can fix the covert health insurance ‘pink tax’
By Erin PraterSeptember 26, 2023
An experimental treatment for ALS will get its day before the FDA this week—but the agency is unconvinced it works
HealthAn experimental treatment for ALS will get its day before the FDA this week—but the agency is unconvinced it works
By Matthew Perrone and The Associated PressSeptember 25, 2023
Biomedical illustration of vibrio vulnificus bacteria on black background.
HealthDeadly flesh-eating bacteria infections are on the rise. Here’s how to avoid catching one, according to an infectious disease expert
By Bill Sullivan and The ConversationSeptember 25, 2023
Where to order free COVID tests from the U.S. government—and why you should think twice before throwing away expired ones
HealthWhere to order free COVID tests from the U.S. government—and why you should think twice before throwing away expired ones
By Erin PraterSeptember 25, 2023
Anthony Fauci adjusts his Washington Nationals face mask
LeadershipAnthony Fauci says he still needs a security detail after Ron DeSantis threatened to ‘grab that little elf and chuck him across the Potomac’
By Paige HagySeptember 25, 2023
Who is eligible for Medicare? Experts explain the rules, including who may be able to get benefits before 65
HealthWho is eligible for Medicare? Experts explain the rules, including who may be able to get benefits before 65
By Margie Zable FisherSeptember 25, 2023
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HealthBiden got the updated COVID vaccine and annual flu shot. The White House says you should, too
By The Associated PressSeptember 24, 2023
The psychology behind some men’s obsession with the Roman Empire, according to these brain experts
LifeThe psychology behind some men’s obsession with the Roman Empire, according to these brain experts
By Alexa MikhailSeptember 23, 2023
‘I felt betrayed’: Health influencers are gaining notoriety for lies and lawsuits over deceptive marketing and claims that are too good to be true
Health‘I felt betrayed’: Health influencers are gaining notoriety for lies and lawsuits over deceptive marketing and claims that are too good to be true
By Teresa Xie and BloombergSeptember 22, 2023
Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic are in such huge demand that spending on them will hit $100 billion by 2035, analyst says
HealthWeight-loss drugs like Ozempic are in such huge demand that spending on them will hit $100 billion by 2035, analyst says
By Angel Adegbesan and BloombergSeptember 22, 2023
Why are Teddy Grahams, Lunchables, and Jell-O so addictive? It could be Big Tobacco’s fault
LifeWhy are Teddy Grahams, Lunchables, and Jell-O so addictive? It could be Big Tobacco’s fault
By Alexa MikhailSeptember 22, 2023
Biden pushes to scrub medical debt from credit scores so people will be ‘better be able to invest in their future’
PoliticsBiden pushes to scrub medical debt from credit scores so people will be ‘better be able to invest in their future’
By Josh Boak and The Associated PressSeptember 21, 2023
Ron DeSantis—going against CDC guidelines—advises Florida residents under 65 to avoid getting the COVID booster
HealthRon DeSantis—going against CDC guidelines—advises Florida residents under 65 to avoid getting the COVID booster
By Alexa MikhailSeptember 21, 2023
How to lower your Medicare costs during open enrollment for 2024
HealthHow to lower your Medicare costs during open enrollment for 2024
By Richard EisenbergSeptember 21, 2023
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HealthFortune/PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals 2023: Teaching Hospitals
By Fortune Editors and Premier, Inc.September 21, 2023
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HealthFortune/PINC AI 100 Top Hospitals 2023: Community Hospitals
By Fortune Editors and Premier, Inc.September 21, 2023
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Jeff Bezos wants the bottom half of earners to pay zero income tax—he says nurses making just $75K should save $12K a yearplaceholder alt text
By Preston ForeMay 21, 2026
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