health
Scientists Find a Potential Cure for Chronic Hepatitis B
Most people recover from the infection, but it poses great risks for those who don’t. A new drug may cure 1 in 5 of these patients. Source link
In Flint, Cash for Pregnant Women Leads to Better Outcomes for Babies
New research suggests money with no strings attached can promote better health, but other studies have seen mixed results. Source link
In Utah, Measles Sickens Babies and Others Who Can’t Be Vaccinated
Many of those who can’t be vaccinated, including pregnant women and immunocompromised people, are also at high risk of serious complications. Source link
KFF’s Chief Executive to Retire
Drew Altman, who transformed KFF from a little-known family foundation to a major source of U.S. health policy research, will step down at the end of the year. Source link
The Good List: 6 Things to Add Some Joy to Your Day
Aggression cookies, dancing the seasons and typing ‘Mrs. Dalloway.’ Source link
Tiny Love Stories: ‘Dad Tried Hard to Look Offended’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words. Source link
A 15-Minute Beginner Jump Rope Workout
Skipping rope isn’t just for kids. Try this routine to get started. Source link
A 15-Minute Beginner Jump Rope Workout
Skipping rope isn’t just for kids. Try this routine to get started. Source link
The Viruses Causing New Outbreaks Are Much Less Familiar to Science
The types of Ebola and hantavirus panicking officials are very different from the species identified decades ago, raising new questions about how to respond. Source link
A Wellness Cruise for the Overstimulated and Totally Stressed
Our writer kept an open mind as she signed up for sound baths, face yoga and meditation sessions on a wellness retreat aboard a luxury Mediterranean cruise. But was it all a bit too woo-woo? Source link