Health

June 16, 2023 6:30 PM

Gas stoves pollute homes with benzene, which is linked to cancer

Benzene is among the pollutants gas stoves emit into homes, Stanford University researchers show. The toxin is linked to a higher risk of leukemia and other blood cell cancers.

by Jeff Brady

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June 16, 2023 1:30 PM

As air clears, thousands of runners head to Duluth for Grandma's Marathon

About 20,000 people will be running in Duluth this weekend for Grandma’s Marathon and its associated races. Organizers said they’ve been monitoring air quality — and are not expecting any issues for this year’s events.

by Tim Nelson

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June 16, 2023 12:49 PM

Gen Z workers are exhausted — and seeking solutions

The work expectations and experiences of Gen Z are different from those of earlier generations. It's part of the reason why some members of Gen Z are going through an early life crisis.

by Destinee Adams

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June 16, 2023 4:30 AM

Opioid settlement payouts are now public — and we know how much local governments got

KFF Health News obtained documents showing the exact dollar amounts — down to the cent — that local governments have been paid in 2022 and 2023 in lawsuit settlements from the opioid crisis.

by Aneri Pattani

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June 16, 2023 2:39 AM

Pfizer warns of a looming penicillin supply shortage

The shortage comes as there has been a steady increase in rates of syphilis since 2000. Inventory can start depleting as early as this month, Pfizer said.

by Ayana Archie

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June 15, 2023 4:53 PM

FDA advisers back updated COVID shots for fall vaccinations

A panel of advisers to the Food and Drug Administration has recommended revising the current COVID-19 vaccine so that it specifically targets omicron.

by Pien Huang and Will Stone

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June 15, 2023 2:44 PM

As smoky skies clear, experts say Minnesotans should prepare for more bad air

After Wednesday’s thick, choking smoke, air conditions improved significantly on Thursday across Minnesota. But forecasters say we should expect more air quality issues through the summer, and experts say there are things you can do to reduce the risk to your health.

by Mark Zdechlik

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June 15, 2023 10:36 AM

Abortion care training is banned in some states. A new bill could help OB-GYNs get it

Medical schools in states that have banned abortion can't teach abortion care. Sen. Tammy Baldwin wants to make funds available for students in those states to travel for the training.

by Pien Huang

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June 15, 2023 4:01 AM

Some cancer drugs are in short supply, putting patients' care at risk. Here's why

The recent, abrupt shortage of critical cancer drugs is forcing doctors to ration essential medications. It highlights a broken business model in generic drugs.

by Yuki Noguchi

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June 14, 2023 4:02 AM

VA hospitals are outperforming private hospitals, latest Medicare survey shows

Veterans rated VA hospitals higher than private facilities for things like patient satisfaction, hospital cleanliness and communication with nurses and doctors.

by Quil Lawrence

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