American families pay $8,000 ‘poll tax’ to cover health care costs, economists argue
The U.S. health care system is the most expensive in the world, and its cost far surpasses that of other high-income nations.
Pharmacies say prescribers bear opioid crisis responsibility
Doctors and other healthcare practitioners who write prescriptions bear ultimate responsibility for improper distribution of opioids to patients, not pharmacists who are obliged to fill those prescriptions, a series of pharmacy chains argued in federal court.
ObamaCare still working despite individual mandate’s repeal
Despite the removal of the mandate, healthy people have not fled the market place, as Democrats feared.
‘Wheel of Fortune’: Pat Sajak’s daughter fills in for dad
“From the perspective of his daughter, it was a scary experience,” she said of her father’s November surgery. "But he's doing great, and I know he's so excited to be back next week.”
Largest talc study gives no clear link to ovarian cancer
Overall, the study did not find a significantly increased risk of ovarian cancer
Starbucks adds plant-based drinks to permanent menu
Almondmilk Honey Flat White and the Coconutmilk Latte are now available throughout the United States and Canada.
Health care positions top 2020 list of best jobs
If you are in health care, 2020 may be the year for you.
California real-estate markets feeling the burn as fires raise home insurance costs
Susan Li on California fires and real estate
Gyms across America promote risky tanning beds with health and wellness
Fitness chains are offering tanning beds as an added amenity for some memberships, despite the reported risk for skin cancer, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Delta workers sue Lands' End claiming 'toxic' uniforms making them sick
Employees complained of respiratory issues, such as "severe respiratory distress" and difficulty breathing, as well as skin problems and hair loss, migraines and nosebleeds.
Mindfulness expert on the power of living in the present
Monk turned mindfulness coach explains how to relieve stress amid chaos.
Oprah Winfrey, Weight Watchers kick off 2020 wellness tour
Oprah Winfrey and Weight Watchers are kicking off a joint wellness tour in the first week of January.
Trump administration finalizes crackdown on flavored vape cartridges
Fruit and mint flavors are included in the partial ban, while tobacco and menthol flavors are excluded.
Pot smokers line up for legal purchases of recreational drug
Illinois is the 11th state to allow marijuana's use and sale for recreational purposes.
Higher drug prices ring in the new year for more than 250 pharmaceuticals
Reuters reported that the list prices of more than 250 drugs increased on New Year’s Day.
Trump hints that fruity vaping flavors will be taken off the market
President Trump suggested “certain flavors” of e-cigarette cartridges could be taken off the market “for a period of time.”
Opioid deaths 85% higher in towns where auto factories shut down, study shows
White men have been most affected.
How to get rid of a hangover with these food and drink remedies
These food and drinks can help with your next hangover, health experts suggest.
Another vaping-related death as CDC reports show outbreak waning
Fifty-five people have died of a mysterious vaping-related respiratory ailment as of Dec. 27.
New year's resolutions to help your financial health
Higher Minds co-founder Noah Berman said 80 percent of new year's resolutions stop happening by Feb. 1.



















