Big Insurers Try to Shift Blame for High Health Costs to Hospitals and Drug Makers
At two congressional hearings, lawmakers slammed executives of major companies, saying they were failing to rein in the cost of medical care for consumers.
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Kennedy Plan to Test a Vaccine in West African Babies Is Blocked
A planned U.S.-funded study of a hepatitis B vaccine drew widespread condemnation from researchers. Now the host country says it cannot proceed.
Trump Administration Cuts Off Funding for Fetal Tissue Research. Again.
The prohibition halts support for projects both inside and outside the N.I.H. President Biden had restored funding after an earlier ban by President Trump during his first term.
Myths and Facts About Narcissists
Narcissism has become a catchall label for a range of frustrating behaviors. Here are some misconceptions about what it means.
Streeting says NHS ‘falling short’ on autism and ADHD
Wes Streeting said he was “very worried” about the issue of rising demand for services.
Some Immune Systems Defeat Cancer. Could That Become a Drug?
Researchers found an antibody that seems to play a role in people with better lung cancer prognoses, but turning it into a treatment could be difficult.
A bleak midwinter as care continues in the corridors
BBC London’s political editor visits two east London hospitals as winter pressures continue to mount.
Dozens Are Sickened by a Rare Fungal Infection in Tennessee
One person who contracted it died. The fungus is commonly found in soil in the Ohio River and Mississippi River valleys, and the illness is not contagious.
I’m 26 and want to be sterilised over pregnancy sickness
Chloe booked an abortion because her sickness was so severe she could not look after herself.
Kennedy, Kicking Off National Tour, Says He’s Not Running for President
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rallied supporters at the Pennsylvania State Capitol, where he promoted his new dietary guidelines.
How some countries are rethinking exercise
Dr Jo Blodgett from UCL explains an approach that considers how much you move – and don’t move – across the day.
Families ‘failed’ by trust meet ahead of inquiry
Families and patients will discuss what want raised by an inquiry into the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys Trust.
How the NHS became the battleground in the trans debate facing workplaces
What’s next for employers and their staff in the aftermath of the Darlington nurses ruling?
Could your frying pan be toxic?
Scientist Mark Miodownik explores the potential impact of ‘forever chemicals’ present in some cookware. Made in partnership with the Royal Society.
Botched ‘Turkey teeth’ op victim warns of dangers
Leanne Abeyance, from Telford, is waiting for reconstructive surgery and remains in constant pain.
Finger-prick blood test could be early warning for children with type 1 diabetes
A simple finger-prick blood test can find those at risk so they can get the right treatment.
Why doing a mix of exercise could be the key to longer life
Don’t just focus on one activity – doing a variety every week gives you more health benefits, a study suggests.
NHS nurse reinstated after trans patient dispute
A nurse was reinstated after a probe found no evidence she had identified a transgender patient.
Doctor accused of sex assaults on 38 patients
The charges relate to alleged offences against patients, including children, in the West Midlands.
Gastric sleeve surgery was ‘life-changing’
Steph Hoy dropped from 25 stone to eight stone after surgery.
Why more women are going to rage rooms
Some rage rooms say most of their customers are female – we talk to women about why they pay to smash up old TVs.