Trump Administration Delays Enforcement of Medicaid Work Requirement
NYT > Health
The federal government had planned to require poor adults to prove they were working or lose insurance coverage starting Jan. 1. Now, it will let states wait until July.
November 13th 2026, 9:58 pm
Kennedy’s Future: Will Democrats Try to Impeach Him, or Actually Work With Him?
NYT > Health
Most Democrats abhor the health secretary’s stance on vaccines, but some see an opportunity to win voters from his MAHA movement by joining with him on food and environmental issues.
November 12th 2026, 11:41 pm
What to Know About New Prostate Cancer Screening Recommendations
NYT > Health
Universal screening for the disease has long been a subject of controversy.
November 12th 2026, 9:55 am
New Research Compares Long-Term Relief From 21 Antidepressants
NYT > Health
In the meta-analysis, a few drugs stood out for offering greater effectiveness over time.
November 11th 2026, 9:41 pm
Jessica Chastain to Star in New Broadway Play ‘Lost Lear’
NYT > Health
Chastain will portray an actress with dementia whose most vivid memories are of rehearsing for the title role in “King Lear.”
November 11th 2026, 6:15 pm
Hospitals Brace for Medicaid Work Rules and Deep Funding Cuts
NYT > Health
Health systems are racing to guide millions of patients through new eligibility hoops, slated to go into effect Jan. 1.
November 11th 2026, 10:10 am
America’s Measles Problem Has Reached Endemic Level
NYT > Health
A panel of scientific experts will convene on Tuesday to evaluate the United States’ measles elimination status. But genetic data already shows the virus is once again endemic.
November 10th 2026, 2:11 pm
An Anti-Trump Protest. Police Threats. Inside a Rift in Diabetes Research.
NYT > Health
It began with a protest at an American Diabetes Association conference. Now a resulting boycott has caused a scientific slowdown, with no end in sight.
November 10th 2026, 7:27 am
Her Death From Dengue May Signal That the Disease Is Here to Stay
NYT > Health
In the past, Americans were infected with dengue after being bitten by mosquitoes while traveling. But now, most of the current transmission is from local mosquitoes.
November 9th 2026, 8:12 pm
How Cardiologists’ High Hopes for Two Drugs Were Dashed
NYT > Health
By every measure, the drugs were no better than placebos, full data revealed on Saturday. Was it the fault of the design of the studies, or our very hypotheses about heart disease?
November 7th 2026, 11:11 am
Biotech Firm Claims Some Credit for Groundbreaking Virus Research
NYT > Health
Radical Numerics turned heads with its announcement about a novel treatment. Now a former partner, Tabula Bioscience, says it performed much of the research.
November 6th 2026, 6:25 pm
Susie Wiles, Trump’s Chief of Staff, Is Accused of Blocking Health Policies to Attract Donations
NYT > Health
In a no-holds-barred interview with Joe Rogan, Calley Means, a former top health adviser, accused Susie Wiles of repeatedly bowing to lobbying pressures and fixating on campaign contributions.
November 6th 2026, 3:25 pm
As Hormone Use Increases, Some Doctors Warn Slight Cancer Risk Is Being Overlooked
NYT > Health
Doctors said that women should receive treatment for menopause symptoms, but need accurate information about the drugs.
November 6th 2026, 3:25 pm
U.S. Global Health Strategy Jeopardizes Prevention of Pandemics, Experts Warn
NYT > Health
The Trump administration has been negotiating agreements with dozens of individual countries. Public health experts say a global agreement would be far more effective.
November 6th 2026, 12:55 pm
What a Democratic Congress Could Mean for Science
NYT > Health
The Trump administration has sought to reshape the nation’s research infrastructure. Democratic lawmakers, newly empowered, are preparing to push back.
November 6th 2026, 5:27 am
Bird Flu Death in Washington State Renews Concern Over the Virus
NYT > Health
The death follows reports of infections in cattle on dozens of American farms across the country over the past month and a worrying outbreak in mink.
November 5th 2026, 5:55 pm
Trump Administration Moves to Oust Arbitrators as Doctor Payouts Soar
NYT > Health
The two companies settled billing disputes between doctors and insurers, keeping patients out of the middle. One let doctors win 96 percent of the time.
November 4th 2026, 5:15 pm
CVS to Split Off Drugstore Business, Ending Its Bigger-Is-Better Era
NYT > Health
In a breakup planned for 2028, CVS Health intends to keep together its insurance and pharmacy benefits divisions and create a separate company for its pharmacies.
November 4th 2026, 5:15 pm
An 80-Cent Plastic Pouch Is Saving Thousands of Women From Dying in Childbirth
NYT > Health
The maternal drape, as it is called, is helping to solve one of the world’s most intractable health problems.
November 3rd 2026, 2:00 pm
Child Dies From Measles in New York State’s First Fatal Case in 30 Years
NYT > Health
Gov. Kathy Hochul said that the infant’s death, in Lewis County, reflected eroding vaccination levels. The state is experiencing a significant outbreak of the viral illness.
November 3rd 2026, 2:00 pm
Runner, 24, Dies During Her First Marathon
NYT > Health
Rachel Apa collapsed in Central Park. The cause was rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle condition that can be brought on by exertion, her father said.
November 3rd 2026, 2:00 pm
Flouting Consumer Law, Insurers Refuse to Pay Medical Bills for Emergency Care
NYT > Health
A law to end surprise medical bills has generated millions of high-dollar payouts for doctors. Health plans are now fighting back by frequently withholding money.
November 3rd 2026, 8:46 am
Trump Administration Said to Plan Rolling Back Pregnancy-Related Job Protections
NYT > Health
The Biden era law was meant to help women stay in the workplace, but some conservatives say rules to enact it went too far with coverage for abortion and fertility treatment.
November 2nd 2026, 7:33 pm
They Tried Kratom for Its Purported Health Benefits, Then They Became Addicted
NYT > Health
Some say they were introduced to the drug through wellness podcasts, free samples at gyms or fitness influencers.
November 2nd 2026, 7:33 pm
Why Did So Many People File Early for Social Security Last Year?
NYT > Health
Experts point to well-publicized turmoil at the government agency last year as a potential spark.
November 2nd 2026, 7:33 pm
Obamacare Policies Hit Again With Steep Premium Increases for 2027
NYT > Health
Premiums will increase an average 13 percent next year for millions of Americans, on top of an earlier steep increase. It adds to the problems facing the program, which the Trump administration has weakened.
October 31st 2026, 7:31 pm
Democrats and Republicans Share Dueling Health Care Messages in Final Midterms Push
NYT > Health
After concentrating on the high price of gas and groceries, Democrats are using health costs to make their case about an “affordability crisis.”
October 31st 2026, 7:31 pm
F.D.A. Warns of Tractor Wheels Snack Bar Linked to Choking Hazard
NYT > Health
Once Upon a Farm has recalled its Tractor Wheels soft-baked bars after reports that toddlers could not breathe while eating them.
October 31st 2026, 7:31 pm
Doctors in Ukraine Try Treating Infections Like Biological Warfare Attacks
NYT > Health
As many as 40 percent of injured soldiers face severe infections that can lead to amputations and death. One initiative is trying to fix that.
October 31st 2026, 5:44 am
Former Patient Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Senator Marshall
NYT > Health
The Republican sued more than 700 patients during his former career as a physician. The suit accuses him of charging illegally high interest rates.
October 30th 2026, 3:00 pm
Court Blocks Strict New Rule for Medicaid Work Requirements
NYT > Health
States had sued the Trump administration, arguing that a regulation would unlawfully cause very sick Americans to lose their coverage. A federal judge agreed.
October 29th 2026, 5:57 pm
State Dept. to Shift Millions in Contraception Funding to Cover Energy Costs
NYT > Health
In a memo, the department told lawmakers it was redirecting up to $125 million in foreign aid, including nearly $49 million that Congress appropriated for family planning programs in low-income countries.
October 29th 2026, 3:13 pm
These Patients Struggle With Runaway Bones. Finally There’s Hope.
NYT > Health
F.O.P., a rare genetic condition, causes uncontrolled explosions of bone. A new drug may slow or halt the process.
October 29th 2026, 10:29 am
Brain Disease Is Pervasive in N.F.L., New Estimate Suggests
NYT > Health
Using statistical techniques, a new study has arrived at a harrowing estimate: Three of four retired pro football players most likely had C.T.E. at death.
October 28th 2026, 2:14 pm
Can Scientists Make Football Safer?
NYT > Health
Researchers are exploring novel ways to treat, even prevent, the brain disease C.T.E. One of the most surprising: near-infrared light.
October 28th 2026, 2:14 pm
RFK Jr. to Allow Broad Use of Unapproved Peptide Injections
NYT > Health
In a unilateral declaration by the health secretary, several injections promoted by online influencers will become widely available. The F.D.A. had advised against the move.
October 28th 2026, 2:14 pm
Trump Administration Backs Down on an Opioid Ban After Kratom Industry Lobbying
NYT > Health
Health officials will now allow some levels of a powerful substance to remain in products marketed as natural. The change could help a G.O.P. donor facing wrongful death lawsuits.
October 28th 2026, 10:14 am
‘One Job Away’ Tries to Help Actors Keep Their Health Insurance
NYT > Health
The actor Cheyenne Jackson’s social media campaign highlights the increasing struggles of working actors to book enough parts to remain insured.
October 28th 2026, 5:14 am
ChatGPT’s Advice to Cut Her Seizure Drug Led to Devastating Consequences
NYT > Health
The chatbot helped a woman taper off a lifesaving drug and hide the plan from her doctors.
October 27th 2026, 5:44 pm
Antidepressants Don’t Correct A Chemical Imbalance. How, Then, Do They Work?
NYT > Health
Here’s how psychiatrists like me think about the most promising hypotheses.
October 27th 2026, 5:44 pm
How Pastors Mobilize Communities in Congo’s Fight Against Ebola
NYT > Health
As health care workers fought to control the latest outbreak this year, they got crucial aid from churches in beating back fear and misinformation.
October 27th 2026, 5:44 pm
Trump-Appointed CDC Deputy Director Jennifer Shuford Resigns After 4 Months
NYT > Health
Dr. Jennifer Shuford, a respected former Texas health official, had been appointed by President Trump to help steady the agency.
October 27th 2026, 2:29 pm
The Science Behind Your Reaction to Art
NYT > Health
The Honolulu Museum of Art is showing how art can influence thinking, perspective and mood, in an exhibition that is part of a trend by museums to mix science and art.
October 26th 2026, 10:57 pm
A Star Reporter Had AIDS. He Wanted to Make It His Beat.
NYT > Health
Jeffrey Schmalz wrote unsparingly about why the political and medical cavalry would not arrive in time for him.
October 26th 2026, 10:30 am
Melanoma Vaccine Ushers in New Hope for Cancer Patients
NYT > Health
Beyond melanoma, scientists are studying cancer vaccines for glioblastoma, pancreatic cancer and more.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Is Rabies Making a Comeback?
NYT > Health
As several states report surges in animal cases, federal officials are warning about an apparent increase in human exposures.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Inside the World of ‘Dark Nutrition’
NYT > Health
More Americans are rejecting everything they’ve been taught about food.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
C.D.C. Ignored Request From States to Validate a New Measles Test
NYT > Health
The agency replied two months later, saying it had “competing priorities,” officials from a coalition of Western states said.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Mob Burns Congo Ebola Center Amid Rare Strain Outbreak
NYT > Health
Several hundred people massed at the gates of a hospital to demand the body of a suspected Ebola victim. Violence broke out when staff refused the request.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Alzheimer’s Researchers Look at an Unusual Data Point: Head Shape
NYT > Health
Could the geometry of our brains increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? It’s a provocative question, but one that some scientists are beginning to explore.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Ebola Outbreak in Africa Reaches Widest Expansion Ever
NYT > Health
Health officials are urgently seeking answers about the origins of a case newly identified in Nigeria, the first in that West African nation.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Why Drug Companies Are Rushing to Market Ketamine Medicines
NYT > Health
Spurred on by the Trump administration’s embrace of psychedelic medicine, researchers are experimenting with new — and not so new — forms of the anesthetic.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Heat Waves Killed an Estimated 50,000 in European Cities, a Likely Record
NYT > Health
This summer’s heat was the continent’s deadliest by far this century, according to new peer-reviewed estimates.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
Employers Shift Rising Health Care Costs Onto Millions of Workers
NYT > Health
New surveys show that increases in premiums and deductibles are forcing people to forgo treatments or doctor’s visits while budgets are strained by higher food and gas prices.
October 24th 2026, 4:45 pm
RFK Jr. Plans Vaccine Injury Initiative, Drawing Wary Eye From Experts
NYT > Health
Vaccine safety experts say more research into the side effects would be welcome yet question whether the health secretary’s effort will be grounded in science.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
For Two Sisters, a “Biological Age Test” Measured More Than Their DNA
NYT > Health
They thought it might explain why their health had diverged. Instead, it stirred up feelings that weren’t so easily quantified.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
C.D.C. Offers States $100 Million in Measles Support as Cases Climb
NYT > Health
States said the cash infusion will help bolster efforts to increase vaccinations and identify cases.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
A Public Health-Minded Senator Asks: What Comes After Trump and Kennedy?
NYT > Health
Senator Patty Murray, a former chair of the Senate health committee, is forming a group of experts to examine how to insulate the C.D.C. from political interference.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
A Lab Worker’s Death Is Raising Plague Fears in Russia. What Do Experts Want to Know?
NYT > Health
Missing details about the death of a lab worker, including the cause, are worrying scientists.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
Private Medicare Plans Are Raising Costs And Forcing Millions To Find New Insurance
NYT > Health
As enrollment for Medicare Advantage begins this month, older Americans are confronting fewer options because insurers are discontinuing coverage in many areas.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
Clinical Trial Indicates A.I. Chatbots Could Aid Urgent Care
NYT > Health
Nearly 100 patients discussed their maladies with a Google bot, called AMIE, before meeting with physicians.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
Will We Ever Understand Dementia?
NYT > Health
Since the days of Dr. Alzheimer himself, there has been a dream that severe senility might have an explanation — and a cure. The search for both has never been more urgent.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
Cancer Vaccines Are the N.I.H.’s Next ‘Big Bet’
NYT > Health
New details have emerged about an initiative that starts in December to fast-track the vaccines, similar to the successful push for the Covid-19 vaccine.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
Why Ketamine Immobilizes Some Users
NYT > Health
Potent powders can produce a nearly catatonic state, particularly in those who have not tried the drug before.
October 12th 2026, 3:29 am
Pennsylvania Officials Report Fourth Measles Death, as Outbreak Grows
NYT > Health
This year has become the deadliest year for measles in the United States since the virus was declared eliminated in 2000.
September 16th 2026, 2:45 pm
Harold Freeman, Who Helped Remove Barriers to Cancer Treatment, Dies at 93
NYT > Health
He developed a program that became a model for hospitals around the world, making it easier for poor Black patients to navigate an onerous bureaucratic system.
September 15th 2026, 12:04 pm
Trump Administration Moves to Integrate A.I. Into Medical Care Despite Concerns
NYT > Health
Federal projects are rolling out A.I. agents that offer therapy and prescribe medicine, raising concerns about safety and the influence of venture capital investors.
September 14th 2026, 12:30 pm
As Midterms Rage, Gillibrand Wants Congress to Talk Menopause
NYT > Health
Senator Kirsten Gillibrand of New York is devoting a hearing to a topic that affects millions but is poorly understood and widely ignored, including when it comes to federal research money.
September 14th 2026, 12:30 pm
Legionella Bacteria Found in Cooling Tower at Yankee Stadium
NYT > Health
A Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in the Bronx has killed one person and infected nine. A Yankees spokesman said that its towers were cleaned on Sunday, and the city has not asked that games be postponed.
September 14th 2026, 12:30 pm
Dr. Anthony Robbins, Who Expanded Health Care for the Poor, Dies at 85
NYT > Health
As Vermont’s health commissioner, he helped create a model for providing food and dental care. Later, he directed the first national vaccine program.
September 13th 2026, 7:14 pm
A New Drug Lifts the Fog of Sleepiness for Those With Narcolepsy
NYT > Health
The first-of-its-kind drug offers a reprieve for people who live with the debilitating sleep disorder.
September 11th 2026, 9:15 pm
A Promising Heart Drug Failed. What Went So Wrong?
NYT > Health
Cardiologists are struggling to figure out why a drug that should have prevented heart attacks didn’t work at all.
September 11th 2026, 9:59 am
U.S. Officials Expected to Announce Cyclospora Outbreak Is Over
NYT > Health
More than 11,000 cases of the illness had been linked to lettuce from Taylor Farms that was processed in Mexico. An investigation into how the parasite spread is continuing.
September 11th 2026, 9:44 am
9/11’s Dust and Ash Coated Their Childhood. Is It Still Making Them Ill?
NYT > Health
Much of the research on exposure to the World Trade Center residue has focused on emergency workers, but people there when they were young say their health is at risk, too.
September 10th 2026, 4:29 pm
Trump Announces $500 Rebates for Some Obamacare Customers,Weeks Before the Election
NYT > Health
The White House plans to send the money to people in 30 states who have higher incomes and are insured under the Affordable Care Act.
September 10th 2026, 4:29 pm
Salmonella Outbreak That Sickened 22 Is Linked to Broccoli Sprouts From Idaho
NYT > Health
The cases were reported in four states, and led to two hospitalizations. No deaths have been reported.
September 10th 2026, 3:42 pm
A.I. Data Center Pollution Poses Health Threat, Former E.P.A. Officials Warn
NYT > Health
Air pollution from gas-fired power plants to run data centers is expected to add at least $20 billion in annual health care costs by 2028, the group warns.
September 10th 2026, 1:38 pm
Scientists Who Study Sleep and Narcolepsy Win Prestigious Lasker Award
NYT > Health
The two researchers have won a prestigious Lasker Award. Their findings laid the groundwork for a new drug that addresses the sleep disorder’s root cause.
September 9th 2026, 8:54 am
Roger Marshall Sued 700 Patients for Debts; 81 Were Arrested. Now He’s a Senator.
NYT > Health
Patients sued by Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas were routinely charged 18 percent interest, The Times found. Some had bank accounts garnished.
September 8th 2026, 11:42 pm
CCRCs Are Expanding Retirement Home Care to Seniors’ Own Homes
NYT > Health
Continuing care retirement communities are widening their scope to help retirees age in place, with measured supports and a way to cap the soaring costs of aging.
September 8th 2026, 11:42 pm
Early Data Indicates an A.I.-Generated Drug Could Slow Aging
NYT > Health
Artificial intelligence was used to help develop a drug candidate, rentosertib, for a rare lung condition. Its maker says the drug also seems to reduce the biological hallmarks of age.
September 8th 2026, 2:26 pm
A Newer Kind of Gene Editing Promises to Edit ‘Nurture’ Over ‘Nature’
NYT > Health
Traditional gene editing rewrites DNA. But a new approach, called epigenome editing, aims to treat the molecular scars we collect throughout our lives.
September 8th 2026, 9:52 am
E. Coli Illnesses Linked to Frozen Blueberries Are Up to 17, F.D.A. Says
NYT > Health
The affected frozen fruit products, which were distributed to 19 states and to retailers like Walmart and Publix, were recalled starting in July.
September 5th 2026, 5:39 pm
Inside the D.O.J.’s Investigation of Fauci and Other Virus Scientists
NYT > Health
As Dr. Anthony Fauci has faced public scrutiny from congressional Republicans, the D.O.J. has pursued a quieter and more expansive effort against a wider circle of researchers.
September 5th 2026, 7:38 am
Another Heart Drug Fails, Shocking Cardiologists
NYT > Health
Doctors were hopeful the drug, which was being tested in a large clinical trial by Novartis, was going to be a powerful new tool to fight heart disease.
September 4th 2026, 6:53 pm
RFK Jr. Hires Army Doctor Who Opposed Covid Shots to Investigate if They Killed 2,500 Troops
NYT > Health
In a legal deposition, the doctor, Theresa Long, compared immunizing service members against Covid to Nazi doctors experimenting on concentration camp prisoners.
September 4th 2026, 3:52 pm
Pentagon Agreement With N.I.H. on Biodefense Draws Alarm From Democrats
NYT > Health
Under a new partnership, the Defense Department would play a larger role in biodefense and pandemic preparedness. Democrats warned it could allow a Pentagon cash grab.
September 4th 2026, 12:37 pm
How to Set New Goals This Fall
NYT > Health
Harness that back-to-school energy to set some new goals.
September 4th 2026, 5:08 am
Psilocybin May Prevent Nerve Damage Caused by Chemotherapy, Study Finds
NYT > Health
The preliminary research was conducted in mice, but scientists were optimistic the results would apply to humans. Clinical trials begin this month.
September 3rd 2026, 3:51 pm
Get to Know Your Phone’s Built-In Emergency Kit
NYT > Health
In times of natural disasters and other dangers, special features tucked away on your iPhone or Android device could help make a difference.
September 3rd 2026, 12:21 pm
Employer Health Costs Are Expected to Spike in 2027
NYT > Health
A new U.S. survey anticipates an average increase of 11 percent unless benefits are cut, the highest rate in decades. Other findings also predict a sharp rise.
September 3rd 2026, 12:21 pm
C.D.C. Director Challenges Pennsylvania’s Report of Two Measles Deaths
NYT > Health
Questioning a state’s investigation is highly unusual for the public health agency, but reflects tensions between the Trump administration and many states over health issues.
August 31st 2026, 7:37 pm
How Bad Will This Year’s Flu Season Be?
NYT > Health
Doctors are hopeful for a quieter fall and winter than in 2025.
August 31st 2026, 4:52 pm
Foodborne Illnesses Can Lead to Long-Term Gut Issues
NYT > Health
The cyclospora outbreak may result in a surge in cases of post-infection irritable bowel syndrome.
August 31st 2026, 4:52 pm
A $480,000-a-Year Pill Reflects a New Normal for Cancer Drugs
NYT > Health
Rasonque, the new pancreatic cancer treatment from Revolution Medicines, illustrates the huge inflation in cancer drug prices over the past two decades.
August 31st 2026, 6:52 am
Baby Goats From a Traveling Petting Zoo Test Positive for Rabies
NYT > Health
Farm Adventures of Harmony, N.C., owned the goats, state health officials said. It was unclear how many people might have been exposed to them since late July.
August 29th 2026, 4:04 pm
Walmart to Pay $50 Million to Settle Opioid Lawsuit, US Says
NYT > Health
The resolution is part of an effort to hold retailers and pharmacists accountable for what the government says were their roles in the opioid epidemic.
August 29th 2026, 12:18 am
“Anxious Generation” Author Jonathan Haidt on the Meta Settlement
NYT > Health
In “The Anxious Generation,” he laid out the evils of social media for kids. The landmark Meta settlement seems to agree.
August 28th 2026, 7:00 pm
An Experimental Single-Time Treatment Slashed Cholesterol for a Year
NYT > Health
A small gene-editing study significantly reduced LDL cholesterol levels, and the results have stuck a year later.
August 28th 2026, 11:16 am
Malaria, Likely Spread by Mosquito on Plane, Kills 2 Airport Workers in Germany
NYT > Health
Six employees at Frankfurt Airport were infected this summer, according to German health officials and the airport’s operator. Four recovered.
