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 04, 2025

Chemo Killed Her. A Test Might've Saved Her.

A fatal enzyme deficiency turned a common chemo drug toxic. With testing available—but rarely used—are clinicians missing a lifesaving step?

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

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

October 07, 2024

FDA's Pulse Oximeter Rules Unlikely to End Racial Bias

Discover the concerning racial bias in pulse oximeters' readings, impacting patient care and outcomes, and the ongoing efforts to address this critical issue. #Healthcare #RacialBias

KFF Health News

November 15, 2024

RFK Jr to the FDA: 'Pack Your Bags'

"If you work for the FDA and are part of this corrupt system, I have two messages for you: 1. Preserve your records, and 2. Pack your bags."

Reuters

July 30, 2024

COVID-19 Casts Shadow on Olympics as Athletes Test Positive

COVID-19 impacts the Paris Games, leading to athlete withdrawals and the reintroduction of masks. Australian and British swimmers test positive. Paris is the first post-pandemic Olympics with no strict COVID-19 restrictions.

Reuters

November 19, 2024

Are IV Alternatives the New Standard?

The nation faces a critical shortage of IV fluids as hospitals grapple with conserving supplies amidst production disruptions caused by Hurricane Helene.

KFF Health News