TB reclaims title of deadliest infectious disease. That's an 'outrage' says WHO DIslodged by COVID early in the pandemic, tuberculosis is once again the infectious disease that takes the most lives each year. And the number of cases set a new record. What's going on? Fran Kritz
Trump’s win could accelerate the privatization of Medicare The former president's pending return to the White House could alter the very nature of Medicare, the nearly 60-year-old federal health care program. Stephanie Armour
Having trouble sleeping? To get back on track, avoid these 5 mistakes When people can't sleep, they tend to take extreme measures to correct the issue. But that only makes sleep problems worse, say experts. Here are 5 bad habits to avoid when recovering from poor sleep. Andee Tagle
Analyzing what RFK Jr. said on 'Morning Edition' about his health policy vision A deeper dive into Wednesday's post-election interview with former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and his skepticism of public health expertise. Pien Huang
Hospitals face months of IV fluid shortages after Helene damages N.C. factory Hospitals have been forced to innovate with new ways of hydrating patients and giving them medications, after a key factory that produces IV fluids flooded during Hurricane Helene. Jackie Fortier
Timeline shows what happens to different brain cells as Alzheimer’s progresses An analysis of brains at various stages of Alzheimer's found that neurons called inhibitory neurons are the first to be affected by the disease. Jon Hamilton
Feeling the stress of Election Day? Here are a few healthy ways to cope Around 80% of people from both parties say they are very stressed about the future of the U.S. We asked a psychiatrist how that worry becomes toxic and what you can do about it if you're feeling it. Obed Manuel
If Trump wins, vaccine skeptic RFK Jr. could play a role in health policy RFK Jr. has embraced fringe health care ideas for decades. If Trump wins, he will likely be able to influence promotion and funding for these things. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Why dark nights and bright days are good for health Too much light at night and not enough daylight is taking years off our lives, according to a new study. The research adds to the evidence that light exposure is fundamental to our wellbeing. Will Stone
Anxious at the Portland airport? Beni the Llama is here for you, spreading joy The gentle animals are part of Portland International Airport's effort to counter travel stress with soothing elements from nature. Katia Riddle