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.
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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.)
Why 2 Seattle area school districts are suing 5 social media companies
The school districts allege that the companies' practices have led to increased anxiety, depression, eating disorders and bullying among children.
Examining how effective the national mental health helpline has been
It's been six months since the launch of the national 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. We check in on how many people are using it, and whether it's connecting them to help.
How the 988 suicide and crisis lifeline has helped marginalized communities
Author and therapist Natalie Gutierrez speaks with NPR's Dwane Brown about how the national 988 hotline can help marginalized communities with mental health issues.
Sitting all day can be deadly. 5-minute walks can offset harms
A new study finds that taking regular, short bouts of movement during the day can reduce the risk of developing conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
Open enrollment for ACA insurance is about to close. It's already a record year for sign-ups
Nearly 16 million people have enrolled so far, and people can still sign up in most places until Sunday.
Ryan Shazier was seriously injured in an NFL game. He has advice for Damar Hamlin
The players suffered different injuries, though in similar settings. The former Steeler reflects on the memories Hamlin's collapse brought back and what he learned from his own long road to recovery.
Anti-fatness keeps fat people on the margins, says Aubrey Gordon
In her new book You Just Need To Lose Weight and 19 Other Myths About Fat People, Aubrey Gordon tackles the biases and myths that she says keep fat people on the margins of society.