June 09, 2025

Gray and Blazed: Pot’s Risky New Demographic

As cannabis use rises among older adults, new studies reveal surprising health risks—from ER visits to potential dementia links.

KFF Health News

June 02, 2025

Kids, Interrupted: America’s Youngest Caregivers

Millions of children are caring for sick or disabled adults at home — a growing crisis fueled by shrinking Medicaid funds and fading support systems.

KFF Health News

May 30, 2025

Paging Dr. Canada: U.S. Exodus

Amid Trump’s return, more American doctors are fleeing to Canada, citing political fear, violence, and a collapsing health care climate.

KFF Health News

October 10, 2024

Do Older Men Lose Connections When Living Alone?

Exploring the struggles of older men living alone, this article delves into the emotional toll of loneliness and social isolation, shedding light on the need for community and connection in later life.

KFF Health News

June 26, 2024

Moderna Reports 50% Efficacy for RSV Vaccine in Second Season

Moderna, GSK, and Pfizer's RSV vaccines show different effectiveness in preventing RSV after 18 months.

Reuters

October 03, 2024

Experts Urged Caution on Mouth Taping Trend

Social media fuels mouth taping trend with 7 million TikTok views, prompting medical experts to scrutinize limited data on forced mouth closure during sleep.

Conexiant

January 09, 2025

Can Kids Cope with Climate Anxiety?

The emotional toll of climate change on young people, revealed through surveys and research, reflects a growing level of anxiety and concern about the future.

KFF Health News

July 02, 2024

Bogus Therapist Deceives Hundreds Online Before Death, State Records Reveal

Licensed therapist's untrained spouse impersonates her and provides therapy to hundreds of patients, unraveling a deception that resulted in license surrender and breach notification.

KFF Health News

April 16, 2025

Is Primary Care Becoming Pay-to-Play?

“It’s a way to practice self-preservation in this field that is punishing patients and doctors alike” — one internist explains why some rural physicians are opting for concierge care despite the access trade-offs.

KFF Health News