AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback — and enthusiasm Artificial intelligence tools that help mental health therapists take notes and keep records are quickly entering the marketplace. But some question the safety of AI in mental health care delivery. Rhitu Chatterjee
Medical supplies are stuck in Dubai, as clinics around the world face shortages The war in Iran has slowed down international shipping, much of which contains medical and humanitarian goods destined for Asia and Africa. Fatma Tanis
Why $50 billion in rural health care funding could lead to cutting services States are rolling out plans for their share of a $50 billion fund meant to improve rural health care. In some states, the money may provoke rural hospitals to cut services.
Over-the-counter medication abortion? These researchers say it would be safe A paper in JAMA Internal Medicine adds to the growing scientific evidence that medication abortion pills would be safe to sell over-the-counter at the pharmacy. But political opposition means that possibility may not happen anytime soon. Selena Simmons-Duffin
These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help Higher education is especially reliant on computers and phones, but accessibility for people with disabilities has often been forgotten. A new federal rule could change that. Jonaki Mehta
Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine. Ashley Milne-Tyte
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what we do — and still don't — know about pain "Pain is a mysterious thing," says neurosurgeon Dr. Sanjay Gupta. But understanding how it works in the body and different kinds of treatment can help you find the right pain relief when you need it. Marielle Segarra
Congress gave money for global HIV work. The Trump administration isn't spending it U.S. work combatting HIV/AIDS has saved millions of lives globally. Under the Trump administration, funding has been slow in coming and unpredictable, wreaking havoc on people trying to do the work. Gabrielle Emanuel
EPA flags microplastics, pharmaceuticals as contaminants in drinking water There is public concern about health risks from the chemicals, especially from the Make America Healthy Again movement. The agency's move doesn't in itself guarantee regulation. Will Stone
The FDA approves a new obesity pill, giving patients another option The daily pill called Foundayo got a fast track through the Food and Drug Administration. It will compete with the pill form of Wegovy as an alternative to obesity drugs given by injection. Sydney Lupkin
