Her health insurer approved a breast MRI. She still owed $1,200. - The Washington Post
Unlike mammograms, breast MRIs aren’t universally covered as zero-cost preventive care.
Officials warn of 'potential severity of the illness' after Pennsylvania reports first measles deaths in decades - 6abc Philadelphia
The U.S. is experiencing its worst measles year since 1991, with 2,777 cases reported as of Thursday.
An easy waist measurement may reveal more about longevity as you age than BMI - CNN
As you age, the link between weight and health is more than just a number on the scale. CNN contributor Dr. Leana Wen explains what a new study reveals about BMI and body fat.
This rare skin cancer is often mistaken for an itchy rash - The Washington Post
Both men and women can get EMPD, and it’s often mistaken for a benign rash, such as eczema. Here are the signs to know.
Norah O'Donnell: Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health - CBS News
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
German airport worker dies of malaria after 'mosquito arrives on plane' - BBC
Five other airport workers are also receiving treatment following the rare outbreak at German's busiest airport.
Eating less of common ingredient early in life may slash cancer risk decades later - Fox News
Researchers found that early-life sugar rationing in post-war Britain correlated with lower cancer risk and slower aging roughly 50 years later.
Fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record threatens to become worst in history - The Washington Post
The response to Congo’s raging Ebola epidemic has been hampered by a severe lack of funding and pervasive misinformation, according to people on the front lines.
Column | 10 minutes of super-slow running can benefit your brain and mood - The Washington Post
Research suggests a run can feel surprisingly easy and still benefit your thinking skills.