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New government regulations aim to enhance and safeguard visitation privileges for individuals in medical facilities and long-term care settings, providing greater access and support for patients and residents.

Explore the best zero-drop, minimalist running and walking shoes that will connect you with the ground for a more natural stride in 2026.

Discover which high-quality stainless steel water filter system outperforms the competition - Boroux or Rorra? An in-depth review compares their features, performance, and value.

Sweeping funding cuts threaten to leave millions of Americans without affordable reproductive healthcare. Clinics scramble to avert catastrophe as public health outcomes could worsen.

Uncover the looming crisis in Minnesota's Medicaid funding as the Trump administration cracks down on fraud, with potential ripple effects across the nation.

Investigations into the meningitis outbreak in Kent, UK have uncovered 20 cases, up from 15 previously. Thousands of students will receive vaccines in the coming days.

NPR's health experts review the new dietary guidelines from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and assess the science behind his emphasis on protein, full-fat dairy, and 'healthy fats'.

As India's semaglutide patent expires, over 50 generic versions are set to flood the market, potentially reshaping the global fight against obesity with affordable options.

Explore the latest research on how excessive screen time affects young children's cognitive, social, and physical development. Plus, hear one listener's journey with AI voice technology.

A new bipartisan bill proposes waiving $100,000 H-1B visa fees for doctors and nurses, aiming to address healthcare worker shortages in the U.S.