Which states have the most Medicaid recipients?

The federal program provides health coverage to more than 80 million people in the U.S.

Medicaid changes could be coming: Here's what Republicans are considering

Republicans are weighing billions of dollars in cuts to Medicaid, jeopardizing health care coverage. Here’s what’s on the table.

Measles outbreaks: Here's who should get a booster shot

As public health officials monitor a rise in U.S. measles cases, some may be wondering if they need a booster vaccine to protect themselves.

CVS to close 270 more stores in 2025

CVS Pharmacy is continuing its nationwide store realignment, announcing plans to close an additional 270 locations this year as part of an effort to optimize its retail footprint.

Wisconsin asthma death lawsuit; family sues Walgreens, Optum Rx

A Wisconsin couple is suing Walgreens and a pharmacy benefits management company, alleging their son died because he couldn't afford a $500 spike in his asthma medication.

Walmart’s same-day pharmacy delivery now offered nationwide

Walmart has expanded its same-day prescription delivery service coast-to-coast after a pilot program last fall. Here's what to know.

States report Medicaid outage amid federal funding drama

A federal judge has temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's freeze on federal grants and loans that could total trillions of dollars.

UnitedHealthcare names new CEO following Brian Thompson killing

UnitedHealthcare named Tim Noel as the company's new CEO on Thursday after the former one, Brian Thompson, was killed in Manhattan in December.

FDA approves first-of-its-kind nasal spray to treat depression

Johnson & Johnson's ketamine-derived nasal spray has been approved as a standalone treatment to fight depression. Here's what to know.

Feds target Ozempic, Wegovy for lower Medicare prices

The drugs are part of Medicare's list of medications that are going to be negotiated for lower prices.

Poll: Here are the professions Americans trust the most – and least

Here are the professions that rated the highest for honesty and ethical standards, according to a new Gallup poll of Americans.

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to state murder, terror charges

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday on murder and terror charges in a state case that will run parallel to his federal prosecution.

FDA approves Zepbound for obstructive sleep apnea

Zepbound, a popular weight loss drug, has become the first FDA-approved prescription medication to treat obstructive sleep apnea.

McConnell slams polio vaccine critics in apparent warning to RFK Jr.

Reports that Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s lawyer once asked the FDA to revoke its approval of the polio vaccine sparked a warning from Republican leader Mitch McConnell.

UnitedHealthcare lawsuit: Physicians allege delay, deny, underpay practices

UnitedHealthcare is accused of owing more than $900,000 in independent dispute resolution awards after using a federal law to deny, delay and underpay out-of-network providers.

UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect shouts as he appears in court: video

Luigi Mangione, the man suspected in the targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, shouted to a crowd of media members as he entered court in Pennsylvania on Tuesday for an extradition hearing.

Who is Luigi Mangione? Suspect in CEO killing investigation from prominent family

New York City’s police commissioner says police have arrested a 26-year-old with a weapon “consistent with" the gun used in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.