COVID cases climb alongside summer temperatures COVID cases are ticking up and vaccine boosters are on the horizon.
To capture a parent’s hidden story, practice patience -- and let the tears flow Writers share advice on how to sensitively interview family members about painful or traumatic memories. These conversations may get loved ones to open up -- and deepen our connections with them. Aarti Shahani
Attacks on Sudan's hospitals, clinics put millions at risk Health-care facilities have been under attack by both sides in Sudan’s year-long civil war; aid groups are trying to shore up care with mobile clinics but fear the need is too great. Fatma Tanis
How to prepare for power outages if your health depends on home medical devices For most people, power outages are an inconvenience. For those who count on electricity for home medical equipment, they can be a crisis. Here's how to plan ahead for health care needs in a blackout. Ginny Graves
Teens and tweens are becoming major consumers of skin care products Dermatologists say some ingredients (like retinol and chemical exfoliants) can actually harm young skin.
Ozempic's popularity leads to shortages for people with Type 2 diabetes Drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro are in such high demand that many patients with Type 2 diabetes can't get them when they need them. Sydney Lupkin
Seniors in California face major insurance coverage issues California tried but failed to fix a major insurance coverage problem for seniors.
FDA approves new drug that slows cognitive decline from Alzheimer's The medication, sold under the brand name Kisunla, is only the second drug on the market aimed at slowing the progression of the debilitating neurological disease.
Stimulant users caught up in fatal 'fourth wave' of opioid epidemic Hundreds of Americans continue to die every day from overdoses. More of those deaths now involve stimulants like cocaine and meth mixed with fentanyl. Men of color have been hit particularly hard. Lynn Arditi
I.D. please. Should kids be able to buy nonalcoholic beer, wine and mocktails? Most states currently don't have age limits for buying zero-proof beverages that look and taste like beer, wine and liquor. But some researchers argue they could be a gateway into drinking for kids. Pien Huang