Trump Called for I.V.F. to Be Free. How Would That Work?
Getting the expensive fertility treatments covered would be possible, but an uphill battle, health policy experts said.Former President Donald J.…
An Obesity Drug Prevents Covid Deaths, Study Suggests
People taking Wegovy were not protected from infection. But in a large trial, their death rates were markedly lower, for…
How to be More Resilient, According to Experts
These days, getting cut off in traffic can send me on an emotional rollercoaster. So I asked experts how to…
Why Relief Agencies Are Rushing Polio Vaccines to Gaza
An outbreak in the conflict zone could reignite a global plague, experts fear.In July, health officials made an unsettling discovery…
The State That Chose to Cover Obesity Drugs for Its Poor, but Not Its Own Employees
The widespread use and enormous expense of blockbuster drugs like Wegovy are forcing state governments to make painful choices.This month,…
On Relationships, a Reporter Connects With Readers
How do I repair my marriage? How can I strengthen my friendships? Catherine Pearson, a writer on the Well desk,…
How to Protect Yourself From Mosquito Bites
We asked experts how to keep the pests away from your house and protect yourself from bites when you go…
A ‘Life Review’ Can Be Powerful, at Any Age
Reflecting on the past, through writing or conversation, can help us better appreciate where we are — and where we’re…
How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?
Here’s what scientists have learned about the virus, which was recently declared a global health emergency.This month, the World Health…
Stressed About the End of Summer? Here’s How to Deal With September.
Late August can be a time of sleepy summer pleasures — and pit-in-the-stomach dread for what’s coming after Labor Day.…