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Earlier this year, the Food and Drug Administration approved the first new kind of painkiller in 20 years. It’s considered an alternative to opioids. But it’s expensive, and not everyone …

Researchers put on a “science fair for canceled grants” on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday to highlight cuts to federal funding for science. Scott Neuman/NPR hide caption toggle …

The first new non-opioid for severe acute pain has been on the market for a few months. But it’s a lot more expensive than opioids, and many people can’t get …

A recent study shows that top scavengers, like hyenas, can be beneficial for human health. But the same study reveals that scavenger populations are declining and could mean more disease …

Consumers can still get hit with surprise bills from ground ambulance rides, as protection from such charges wasn’t covered in the federal No Surprises act. PBNJ Productions/Tetra images RF/Getty Images …

The high number of U.S. measles cases this year has been fueled by a Texas outbreak. Three people have died. Jan Sonnenmair/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Jan Sonnenmair/Getty Images …

A recent study shows that top scavengers, like hyenas, can be beneficial for human health. But the same study reveals that scavenger populations are declining and could mean more disease …

Federal health officials are investigating the University of Michigan Health system after a former employee claimed she was fired for seeking a religious exemption from providing gender-affirming care. SETH HERALD/AFP …

Do your ankles feel like a buffet these days? Test your knowledge of tactics to prevent bites. Beck Harlan/NPR hide caption toggle caption Beck Harlan/NPR When it comes to preventing …

The number of kids with chronic diseases has risen in the last two decades. ljubaphoto/E+/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption ljubaphoto/E+/Getty Images When Dr. Christopher Forrest began his career in …