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One Big Beautiful Bill Act Complicates State Health Care Affordability Efforts

As Congress debates whether to extend the temporary federal subsidies that have helped millions of Americans buy health coverage, a crucial underlying reality is...
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Journalists Dig Into Maine HIV Outbreak and Ever-Closer End to Enhanced ACA Subsidies

KFF Health News senior correspondent Aneri Pattani discussed Maine’s largest HIV outbreak to date, including the challenges in tracking transmission and treating people with...

Essential Guide to GLP-1 Agonists for Weight Loss

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common and well-studied modern diseases. So, new medications to combat this condition are constantly being developed....

The GOP Still Can’t Agree on a Health Plan

The Host The Senate is scheduled to vote in the coming days on a Democrat-led plan to extend the temporary additional subsidies that have lowered...

18 Gift Ideas for Health Enthusiasts and Beginners

‘Tis the season to be healthy and happy! As the holiday festivities kick into high gear, why not spread some wellness cheer with thoughtful...
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People Get Heart Disease Younger Than Ever Before. Experts Explain Why.

Heart disease has long been America’s number one killer, but it’s not just a concern for older adults anymore. Alarming trends show it’s becoming...
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Largest study ever done on cannabis and brain function finds impact...

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Firearm-related hospitalizations rose sharply during pandemic after years of decline, study...

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Reporter Assesses Rise in Vaccine Exemptions, Gives Other Stories To Watch...

KFF Health News Southern correspondent Sam Whitehead discussed vaccine exemptions on WAMU’s “Health Hub” on Jan. 22. Whitehead also discussed major Georgia health stories...
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How to Make Herbal Tinctures from Dried Herbs

One of the first DIY herbal remedies I learned how to make were tinctures. Our family has relied on simple recipes like this chamomile...
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Sober Curious? Here’s a Dietitian’s Guide to Doing Dry January Right

If you’re thinking about trying Dry January or simply re-evaluating your relationship with alcohol this new year, you’re not alone. The “sober curious” movement, along...