Health Jun 28 Illinois clinics ramp up aid for women seeking abortions across state lines By Lorna Baldwin and Sarah Varney, Kaiser Health News
Health Jun 01 What seniors who suspect they have long COVID should know when seeking medical care Although identifying long COVID in older adults can be tricky, experts say there are good strategies for getting medical advice and fighting the impact of the virus. By Judith Graham, Kaiser Health News
Nation May 31 High-needs foster kids sometimes have to sleep in hotels or offices. The pandemic made the problem worse Some foster children with complex mental, behavioral, and physical health needs without a foster placement are having to stay in hotel rooms and even office buildings, a practice called “hoteling.”… By Sam Whitehead, Kaiser Health News
Health Aug 05 New moms latched on to remote breastfeeding help. Will demand wane as the pandemic fades? The pandemic forced new parents to find help with breastfeeding online. Now, some offerings are remaining virtual to help expand access to lactation support. By Kate Ruder, Kaiser Health News
Health Jul 29 How these mutations made delta the most transmissible COVID variant yet Scientists are trying to piece together why the delta variant so readily infects unvaccinated Americans, spewing 1,000 times more virus particles. By Liz Szabo, Kaiser Health News
Jun 30 Desperate for home care, seniors often wait months with workers in short supply By Phil Galewitz, Kaiser Health News A shortage of nursing assistants and home aides caused by low pay and lack of benefits is making it difficult for seniors to find help. Continue reading
Jun 29 How singing could help people with long COVID breathe easier By Lydia Zuraw, Kaiser Health News Long before COVID, music therapists used singing and wind instruments to help COPD and asthma patients. Continue reading
Jun 16 For toddlers, pandemic shapes development during formative years By Leah Gullet, Kaiser Health News The pandemic created disruption and family stress that may have lasting effects on young children’s social and emotional development. Continue reading
Jun 15 Violent Colorado arrest puts spotlight on how police treat people with mental disabilities By Leigh Paterson, Kaiser Health News The amount of training law enforcement officers receive on interacting with disabled people varies widely. Continue reading
Jun 14 In mental health crises, a 911 call now brings a mixed team of helpers — and maybe no cops By Katheryn Houghton, Kaiser Health News More communities are creating teams of health care providers to respond to mental health crises instead of cops, a shift propelled by nationwide demonstrations against police brutality. Continue reading