Americans borrowed $74 billion to cover medical bills in 2024, study finds
Millions of Americans admit that paying for health care expenses often means going into debt based on findings in a recent study.
Children's Hospital LA lifts ban on gender-affirming care for patients under 19
Earlier this month, Children's Hospital Los Angeles announced it would be pausing gender-affirming care for minors in response to an executive order from President Donald Trump opposing the use of hormones, surgeries, and other gender-affirming medical care for children.
Local seniors concerned about potential Medicaid cuts
Approximately 72 million Americans are enrolled in Medicaid. Many local seniors enrolled in the program fear what will happen if they lose coverage.
Trump executive order aims to make IVF more affordable, White House says
The executive order aims to protect IVF access and lower treatment costs, according to the White House.
Which states have the most Medicaid recipients?
The federal program provides health coverage to more than 80 million people in the U.S.
Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering
Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.
Measles outbreaks: Here's who should get a booster shot
As public health officials monitor a rise in U.S. measles cases, some may be wondering if they need a booster vaccine to protect themselves.
California hospitals, care providers warned not to stop providing transgender services to minors: AG
Bonta's warning comes a day after Children's Hospital Los Angeles announced it is pausing the initiation of hormonal therapy for all gender-affirming care patients under 19.
Man dies after inhaler cost jumps $500, family says, in lawsuit against Walgreens, Optum Rx
Cole Schmidtknecht, 22, died from an asthma attack after the price of his inhaler skyrocketed to over $500 and he was forced to choose to pay for rent over the “life-sustaining medicine,” his parents claim.
RFK Jr. confirmation hearings underway amid vaccine controversy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to undergo confirmation hearings this week before he can become the next secretary of Health and Human Services.
Did Trump freeze food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid?
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's attempt to pause funding for federal grants and loans. But are food stamps (SNAP), Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid safe?
States report Medicaid outage amid federal funding drama
A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars.
Pfizer to pay nearly $60M over kickbacks for migraine drug once promoted by Lady Gaga
The pharmaceutical giant Pfizer will pay nearly $60 million to resolve charges that a company it acquired paid kickbacks over a migraine drug.
UnitedHealthcare names new CEO following Brian Thompson killing
UnitedHealthcare named Tim Noel as the company's new CEO on Thursday after the former one, Brian Thompson, was killed in Manhattan in December.
Walgreens sued by DOJ, alleging it knowingly filled illegal prescriptions, including 'dangerous' opioids
The suit alleges Walgreens "systematically pressured its pharmacists to fill prescriptions."
Feds target Ozempic, Wegovy for lower Medicare prices
The drugs are part of Medicare's list of medications that are going to be negotiated for lower prices.
Poll: Here are the professions Americans trust the most – and least
Here are the professions that rated the highest for honesty and ethical standards, according to a new Gallup poll of Americans.
UnitedHealthcare CEO killing: Poll finds insurance profits, killer are to blame
A new poll shows most Americans believe health insurance profits and coverage denials share responsibility for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. However, not as much responsibility as the person who shot him, a new poll shows.
Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to state murder, terror charges
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday on murder and terror charges in a state case that will run parallel to his federal prosecution.