Category: NPR

French health ministry extends smoking ban

France to ban smoking at beaches, parks and outside schools from July 1st to protect children.

The CDC changed its COVID vaccine guidance. What does that mean for you?

When Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced new COVID recommendations this week, it raised questions among clinicians and patients:Will those shots still be available to people who want them — and will insurance cover it?NP…

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

RFK Jr. stands by overhaul of HHS during congressional testimony

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is standing firm on the sweeping cuts to the Department of Health and Human Services, cuts he says were suggested by Elon Musk and his team.