What to Know about the New COVID Variant JN.1
A new variant of the COVID-causing virus SARS-CoV-2 is behind the latest surge in infections this winter, but it doesn't appear to cause more severe disease
Stories by Julie Appleby
Julie Appleby is a senior correspondent for KHN who reports on the health law's implementation, health care treatments and costs, trends in health insurance, and policy affecting hospitals and other medical providers.
Judge’s Decision Would Make Some No-Cost Cancer Screenings a Thing of the Past
A federal judge’s ruling that invalidates part of the Affordable Care Act could mean people will have to pay for certain types of preventive care, though likely not immediately
Era of ‘Free’ COVID Vaccines, Test Kits and Treatments Is Ending. Who Will Pay the Tab Now?
When the U.S.’s national public health emergency for COVID expires on May 11, some costs will shift to the private sector and consumers
People Exposed to Harmful Wildfire Smoke Often Live Far from Lung Specialists
Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of wildfires, and those most affected by their pollution must drive miles to access care
Biden’s New Plan to Combat COVID is a Start, but Experts Say There Is a Ways to Go
The plan includes vaccine mandates for federal workers and those at companies with 100 or more employees, but some experts say it doesn’t go far enough
How to Know If It’s OK to Visit Your Favorite Store or Restaurant
Public health experts offer tips for evaluating the risks of visiting public places during the COVID-19 pandemic
Advances in Treating Hep C Lead to New Option for Transplant Patients
People infected with the once-deadly virus can now be donors
40 Is Considered Old in Senate GOP Health Plan
People at that age who receive subsidies for care would see big changes