Why the U.S. Spends So Much More Than Other Nations on Health Care

Why the U.S. Spends So Much More Than Other Nations on Health Care
Studies point to a simple reason, the prices, not to the amount of care. And lowering prices would upset a lot of people in the health industry.

January 3, 2018 at 11:36AM
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Finding Purpose for a Good Life. But Also a Healthy One.

Finding Purpose for a Good Life. But Also a Healthy One.
Happiness has little to do with it. Research suggests meaning in your life is important for well-being.

January 3, 2018 at 02:04AM
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Why some people swear by Alcoholics Anonymous — and others despise it

Why some people swear by Alcoholics Anonymous — and others despise it
The research offers some insights, but it’s complicated.

January 3, 2018 at 12:17AM
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Sick. Uninsured. And begging the internet for a lifeline

Sick. Uninsured. And begging the internet for a lifeline
Paying for health care is now a popularity contest.

January 2, 2018 at 11:19PM
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The missing Alzheimer's pill

The missing Alzheimer's pill
When it comes to some of the biggest diseases America faces in the future, our drug system is set up to fail. What needs to happen?

January 2, 2018 at 06:59PM
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‘Fake News’: Wide Reach but Little Impact, Study Suggests

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Fast, Cheap Testing for Tuberculosis? Soon It May Be Possible

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