Medicare considers covering expensive Alzheimer's drug for those in clinical trials Under a proposal announced Tuesday, Medicare would cover the expensive and controversial Alzheimer's drug Aduhelm — but only for those participating in clinical trials. Jon Hamilton
Twin panda cubs delight devoted fans at Tokyo zoo in a COVID shortened debut Twin panda cubs made their first public appearance before delighted fans in Tokyo but only briefly for now — just for three days — due to a spike in COVID-19 cases driven by the omicron variant. The Associated Press
Medicare proposes covering expensive Alzheimer's drug for those in clinical trials Aduhelm is the first treatment approved in the country to slow cognitive decline in those living with Alzheimer's. Doctors have refused to prescribe it, given the lack of data and evidence behind it. Jonathan Franklin
In Quebec, people who refuse to be vaccinated for COVID will face a financial penalty The Canadian province's premier said not getting vaccinated leads to consequences for the health care system and not all Quebecers should pay for that. The Associated Press
The Red Cross says there's a blood shortage nationwide. Here's how you can help A combination of the pandemic and severe weather have disrupted planned blood drives and caused a drop in donations. Rachel Treisman
Welcome to the era of omicron rules and regs As the highly transmissible variant spreads rapidly around the world, some countries have reimposed harsh COVID measures like those seen in the early days of the pandemic. Jason Beaubien
So you got Covid. Now what? King County is seeing record breaking Covid infection numbers. There's a good chance you, or someone you know, will get Covid. So if that happens, what should you do? Sarah Leibovitz
U.S. COVID hospitalizations hit new record high, raising risks for patients There are more patients and, in some places, not enough health care workers to go around. Research shows the crowding will impact care and increase mortality for all patients. Carrie Feibel
College students are forced to adapt after a return to virtual classes As COVID-19 cases spike, many college students returning for spring semester have had to quickly switch from in-person learning to online classes again. Michelle Aslam
How to get insurance to pay for at-home COVID tests, according to the White House The Biden administration says Americans should be able to order COVID tests online later this month. Those who are eligible can get eight free over-the-counter at-home tests a month. Jonathan Franklin
