Despite spending the most on healthcare, the U.S. lags behind 11 other wealthy countries in life expectancy, raising critical ...

New data from the CDC and other leading health agencies shows a number of health markers are beginning to improve in the US - ...

The outcomes of this fall’s elections will profoundly affect Americans’ ability to access affordable, equitable health care.

‘Live to 100’ explores why people in ‘blue zones’ live longer than average Many people try all sorts of things to have ... doctors Life expectancy in the U.S. is at its lowest point ...

Our analysis of two separate reports from Ubos and the World Bank indicates that people in regions with high poverty live ...

While Americans prize individual success, Israelis are more likely to value the success of their “hevreh,” the ultimate ...

From abortion access to getting timely care, health care reporter Aaron Bolton spoke with MTPR's Elinor Smith about the ...

People with HIV can expect to live a near-normal life expectancy if diagnosed ... the once-off testing of HIV for all Americans ages 15 to 65 as part of a routine medical visit. Testing is especially ...

A new study suggests the human lifespan is plateauing. Here are the five states with the longest life expectancies and the ...