Kaiser Family Foundation

Latest Abortion Pill Ruling Might Hit Some Safe Haven States Hard

A federal court ruling this week added barrier to obtaining one of the two drugs usually used in combination to end pregnancies with medication.
By Geoff Mulvihill, AP

Most Unvaccinated Americans Still Think Shots Are Riskier Than COVID

A new poll tells us more about who isn’t getting the vaccine -- and why.
By 

Health Officials Worry Nation Not Ready For COVID-19 Vaccine

Underfunded health departments say they lack staff, funds, and tools to educate U.S. about vaccines.
By Liz Szabo, AP

Free Tests Won't Be Enough To Protect Americans With COVID-19 From High Costs

Americans who need medical care for coronavirus infections face thousands of dollars in medical bills — even if they have health insurance.
By 

Health Care Costs Are Eating Us Alive, A New Survey Shows

More than 150 million Americans rely on job-based health insurance, which has gotten much more expensive in the past 10 years.
By 

Medicare For All Looks Good In New Poll, But There's A Big Asterisk

Some of the most popular counter-arguments make voters skittish.
By 

1 In 5 Immigrant Children Detained During ‘Zero Tolerance’ Border Policy Are Under 13

Beyond specialized medical care, younger children have different food and housing needs and require more personal attention.
By 

‘No One Is Coming’: Hospice Patients Abandoned At Death’s Door

The hospice care that people expect — and sign up for — sometimes disappears when they need it most.
By 

A Guide To Open Enrollment That Won't Make Your Head Spin

A little homework now can save you money on employer-based coverage.
By 

Right After Trump Blamed High Drug Prices On Campaign Cash, Drugmakers Gave More

Big Pharma went on a political spending spree the next day.
By Sydney Lupkin and Elizabeth Lucas, Kaiser Health News