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Why Democrats Are Casting the Government Shutdown as a Health Care Showdown

Hours into the federal government shutdown, Julio Fuentes stood steps from the U.S. Capitol to deliver an urgent message about the Hispanic voting bloc...
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Journalists Recap Coverage on Organ Harvesting, Obamacare, and Medicaid Cuts

KFF Health News Midwest correspondent Cara Anthony discussed problems with the organ transplantation industry on Apple News’ “Apple News Today” on Sept. 23. Click...

My Twist on Homemade Spiced Apple Cider

I grew up drinking apple cider and homemade wassail (a spiced cider/tea with citrus) around the holidays. So when I had kids I wanted to...

Macros, Calories, or Both? Here’s What to Track Based on Your Goals

Imagine this: You’ve been diligently logging your meals, keeping an eye on your calories, and hitting that magic number every day. But the scale...

Researchers pilot way to steer them to facts

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Efforts To Curb ACA Enrollment Fraud Face Real-World Test

Julie Appleby, KFF Health News The current Affordable Care Act open enrollment season is the first big test of new federal guardrails against fraud. The rules...
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My Guide to Holiday and Christmas Planning (to Save Your Sanity!)

Every year, it seems like the holidays get here faster and faster! Once the end of summer rolls around, it’s a quick race to...
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Drinking plenty of water helps with a variety of conditions from...

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Study finds standing desks may not be the healthy alternative people...

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Listen to the Latest ‘KFF Health News Minute’

Nov. 21 This week on the KFF Health News Minute: In states without abortion bans, programs are trying to train more types of medical personnel...
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How To Do Earthing (Plus When Not To)

Earthing (also called grounding) can be a controversial topic. Many report improved well-being and fantastic health benefits, including better sleep and less pain. However,...