A guide to 9 global buzzwords for 2023, from 'polycrisis' to 'zero-dose children' Are you having a polycrisis? Can the world reduce the number of zero-dose children? Experts shared their views about global buzzwords that will be big this year. Here's the list and the definitions. Andrew Connelly
Social isolation linked to an increased risk of dementia, new study finds Socially isolated older adults have a 27% higher chance of developing dementia, according to researchers from Johns Hopkins. The findings suggest that simple interventions could be meaningful. Kaitlyn Radde
With telehealth abortion, doctors have to learn to trust and empower patients Getting abortion medication online is easier than ever thanks to regulatory changes. The practice is pushing the boundaries of the traditional doctor-patient relationship. Mara Gordon
China records 1st population fall in decades as births drop China has announced its first population decline in decades as what has been the world's most populous nation ages and its birthrate plunges. The Associated Press
Transgender and non-binary people are up to six times more likely to have autism Transgender and non-binary people are up to six times more likely to also have autism. This intersection has researchers trying to understand the connection and how society views these identities. Lesley McClurg
What's the #1 thing to change to be happier? A top happiness researcher weighs in There are plenty of factors in life that contribute to happiness. But could keeping in touch with your loved ones be the most important? Megan Lim
China's COVID surge prompts CDC to expand a hunt for new variants among air travelers It would make more sense to screen a plane's wastewater to look for new variants than to screen individual passenger volunteers, some researchers say. Others say any information is helpful. Rob Stein
More people than ever buy insurance on Healthcare.gov It's the last weekend for Obamacare open enrollment, and nearly 16 million Americans have signed up for a health insurance plan. Selena Simmons-Duffin
Open enrollment for ACA insurance has already had a record year for sign-ups Nearly 16 million people have already signed up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. There are still three more days to sign up. (Story aired on ATC on Jan. 12, 2023.)
A Seattle hub where people with memory loss can stop by The center, which is run by the University of Washington's Memory and Brain Wellness Center, opened to the public this week. Hans Anderson