Purdue Pharma, Sacklers reach new $7.4 billion opioid settlement A new $7.4 billion opioid settlement for Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family has been approved by all U.S. states and territories Brian Mann
Online sales of obesity drug alternatives carry on despite FDA deadlines Since the FDA said shortages of Wegovy and Zepbound are over, compounding pharmacies are supposed to stop making copies of the drugs. But some of those business are trying to find ways to continue. Sydney Lupkin
Maryland turns to ACA money to help fund abortion care Like other states where abortion is legal, Maryland has seen more people coming for care from out of state. Now the state is using money associated with Obamacare to help those who need financial aid. Scott Maucione
French health ministry extends smoking ban France to ban smoking at beaches, parks and outside schools from July 1st to protect children. Eleanor Beardsley
A look at the potential impacts of proposed Medicaid cuts NPR speaks with health economist Lindsay Allen, assistant professor at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, about the impact of proposed cuts to Medicaid being debated in Congress. A Martínez
These Democratic governors are trying to curb health care for unauthorized immigrants After expanding state Medicaid programs to cover people in the country without legal status, Democrats are considering changes that would reduce immigrant access. Dana Ferguson
Democratic governors reverse course on health care for immigrants without legal status With massive budget cuts looming and threats from the Trump administration, several states are considering whether to cut Medicaid benefits for migrants in the country without legal status. Dana Ferguson
Medicaid recipients in key California GOP district express concerns Lawmakers like California GOP Rep. David Valadao could be instrumental in determining the future of Medicaid. Much of his largely rural district relies on the program to pay for medical expenses. Joshua Yeager
From fitness fads to mental health trends, how wellness became an American 'epidemic' Journalist Amy Larocca says our society's obsession with optimization and self care has reached a fever pitch. She unpacks what it really means to take care of ourselves in How to Be Well. Tonya Mosley
AvKare recalls over-the-counter eye drops after FDA audit Customers are encouraged to stop using several eye irritation products, including gels and artificial tears. Alana Wise