Medical researchers brace for ripple effects from cuts in NIH funding Medical researchers say the Trump administration's plan to reduce payments for indirect research costs will hamper the search for new cures. A visit to University of Maryland lab studying how viruses spread to illustrates the impact. Rob Stein
As measles cases rise, it's not just kids who need vaccines. Some adults do too With a measles outbreak growing in West Texas, and cases popping up across the country, experts say vaccination is your best protection. And some adults vaccinated before 1968 may need a booster. Maria Godoy
Greater attention to men's health could bridge life expectancy gap, researchers say Life expectancy for men lags five years behind life expectancy for women in the U.S. Some researchers and doctors say greater attention to men's health could bridge the gap. Ashley Milne-Tyte
Men die younger than women. Is it time for a focus on men's health? Researchers would like to see more study on how stress, the economy and attitudes toward medicine influence the well-being and longevity of men. Ashley Milne-Tyte
A pediatrician warns of 'long lasting' consequences of RFK Jr. leading HHS Ratner predicts the appointment of Kennedy, a vaccine skeptic, will impact vaccine availability and hesitancy: "It is much easier to scare people than to un-scare them," he says. Tonya Mosley
Fearing deportation, immigrants are missing appointments at Seattle-area clinics Providers at Seattle area-clinics that serve immigrant communities say that ever since President Trump returned to office, many more patients than usual have been missing appointments. Eilís O'Neill
As sports betting has soared, more people search online for help with gambling addiction A study shows more people are looking for help to manage gambling addiction, in the years after a Supreme Court decision allowed online sports betting in 38 states. Katia Riddle
Greater attention to men's health could bridge life expectancy gap, researchers say Life expectancy for men lags five years behind life expectancy for women in the U.S. Some researchers and doctors say greater attention to men's health could bridge the gap. Ashley Milne-Tyte
She suspected a heart attack, but was diagnosed with broken heart syndrome Broken Heart Syndrome mimics symptoms of a heart attack. It can strike after a stressful event, such as the loss of a loved one, a physical shock, or prolonged anxiety. The good news: It's treatable. Allison Aubrey