Medicaid: More than 1M dropped as states start post-pandemic purge of rolls

States were prohibited from removing people from Medicaid during the pandemic — but that ban was lifted in April. Most got dropped for not filling out paperwork.

NYU Langone sues Northwell over 'similar' purple color used in advertising

The lawsuit alleges Northwell intentionally copied its "unique" color purple, creating what it's attorneys are calling "confusingly similar advertising."

Insurers cracking down on Ozempic prescriptions

Some insurance companies are warning doctors against over-prescribing the expensive weight-loss drug. 

Woman declared dead knocks on coffin during her own wake in Ecuador

“After about five hours of the wake, the coffin started to make sounds," the woman's son said. "My mom was wrapped in sheets and hitting the coffin..."

New heart transplant method could expand donor hearts by 30%

Last year, 4,111 heart transplants were performed in the U.S., a record number but not nearly enough to meet the need.

NYC air quality alert: How can wildfire smoke affect your health?

Headaches, burning eyes, and asthma attacks are just some of the health problems that can be caused by exposure to New York City's poor air quality this week.

Breastfeeding may later improve child’s exam scores, study suggests

The researchers discovered that longer breastfeeding was associated with improved academic performance, particularly in English and mathematics.

What is human metapneumovirus? Doctors explain HMPV symptoms

Human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, spiked this spring, sending young children and seniors to the hospital. Here's what health experts say about what you need to know and should keep an eye out for.

Abortion providers scramble amid 'decimation' of access in US South

Providers have had to quickly determine how to comply with the pending laws amid the "decimation of abortion access across the South."

End-of-life options: Exploring the 'Death with Dignity' debate for the terminally ill

New York’s legislature is considering legalizing medical aid in dying, but the bill has been stalled for the last eight years amidst the right-to-die debate.

Survivors return to say 'thank you' to Brookdale Hospital's trauma team

Former trauma patients came back to Brookdale Hospital recently to say things. One survivor summed it up, telling the staff, "You guys are angels working for God."