Long Covid, long wait times: patients turned away from specialty clinics turn to primary care docs Clinics specializing in long Covid treatment have long wait times — often six months or more. Now, long Covid experts are trying to increase access to care by training the primary care providers who work in those communities how to recognize and treat the condition. Eilís O'Neill
The 4 kidnapped Americans are part of a large wave of U.S. medical tourism in Mexico Before the pandemic halted travel, some 1.2 million American citizens visited Mexico for health care. The number is rising quickly again, with border restrictions eased. Bill Chappell
2 more eyedrop brands are recalled due to risks of injury and vision problems The FDA posted recall notices for certain eyedrops distributed by Pharmedica and Apotex, including an over-the-counter product, Purely Soothing 15% MSM Drops, "that could result in blindness." The Associated Press
Moderna's COVID vaccine gambit: Hike the price, offer free doses for uninsured Once U.S. stockpiles of COVID-19 vaccine run out, Moderna says it might charge as much as $130 per dose, but give people who lack health insurance a break. Critics say that's not enough help. Sydney Lupkin
California will cut ties with Walgreens over the company's plan to drop abortion pills California Gov. Gavin Newsom said that the state would halt business with Walgreens after the pharmacy giant agreed to stop distributing mifepristone in some red states amid legal pressure. Emily Olson
5 Texas women denied abortions sue the state, saying the bans put them in danger The lawsuit filed on behalf of five patients who said their lives were put at risk and two physicians asks a state judge to clarify exceptions for medical emergencies under Texas law. Sarah McCammon
Diabetes and obesity are on the rise in young adults, a study says Young Black adults, Mexican Americans and other Hispanic adults experienced the greatest cardiovascular risk factors, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Emma Bowman
Walgreens won't sell abortion pills in red states that threatened legal action The 20 states where Walgreens won't sell mifepristone include some where abortion remains legal. It's not clear whether other retail pharmacies will follow suit. Kaitlyn Radde
Final statewide masking mandate to end in WA Come April 3, the state of Washington will no longer require masks in health care facilities and prisons. Paige Browning
Health experts say warmer Northeast winters contribute to more active deer ticks Warmer winters means "tick season" is now year-round in the Northeast — with people experiencing bites that can lead to a variety of diseases. Michayla Savitt
