Health & Science

As hurricane winds swept across Puerto Rico, journalist Syra Ortiz-Blanes watched from Philadelphia, unsure if her family back home was safe.

One of the most complicated pieces of technology — the power grid — is no match for the forest.

The emergency room at was a very different place 40 years ago than it is today.

OxyContin maker announced that it's making a $3.4 million grant to help develop a low-cost naloxone nasal spray.

Delaware Gov. John Carney signed legislation to fully fund services for those with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

New Jersey projects its reinsurance program will cut premiums by 15 percent.

State governments are thinking about how to treat pain other than opioids.

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Insulin is an unlikely symbol of America's problem with rising prescription costs.

The story of Drew Calver was first reported by NPR and Kaiser Health News on Monday as part of the "Bill of the Month" series.

A new study suggests that ketamine has something in common with drugs like fentanyl and oxycodone.

Guest: Randi Hutter Epstein We blame a lot on our hormones – weight gain, sex drive, sleep loss, mood swings, i ...

Some of the increase can be attributed to lax protection habits.

It looks harmless, but the samurai wasp is a skillful warrior.

The public should be mindful — but health concerns are minimal.