Julie Appleby / KFF Health NewsAug 3, 2026
As rising premiums cause a massive drop in ACA enrollment, the Trump administration claims its ‘fraud’ crackdown is the real reason. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
Darius Tahir / KFF Health NewsJun 24, 2026
The introduction of private insurer-style preapprovals has created confusion, errors, long wait times and stress. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
Tahir Amin, Rohit Malpani / PolityMay 22, 2026
A new book explains why drugs cost so much in the United States — and why Trump’s claims about addressing the crisis are bogus. Dig deeper ( 8 Min. Read )
Join our newsletterStay up to date with the latest from Truthdig. Join the Truthdig Newsletter for our latest publications.
Lynn Arditi / KFF Health NewsJan 16, 2026
Millions of Americans who have ACA health plans are facing soaring premiums in 2026, without help from the enhanced subsidies that Congress failed to renew. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
John Canham-Clyne / FAIRNov 4, 2025
When insurance companies' stock prices dropped sharply, business journalists fretted about the future profitability of the sector. Dig deeper ( 9 Min. Read )
Eric Umansky / ProPublicaOct 29, 2025
The agency cites no new science but relies on an executive order about “restoring biological truth” in government. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Amanda Seitz, Julie Appleby / KFF Health NewsOct 28, 2025
Even if Congress strikes a deal soon to extend more generous Affordable Care Act subsidies, the prices and types of ACA plans available could change dramatically. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Phil Galewitz / KFF Health NewsOct 22, 2025
2025 marked the first time in two decades that the annual cost of covering a family of four rose by 6% or more for three consecutive years. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Kalyn Belsha / ChalkbeatJul 7, 2025
It slashes spending on Medicaid, which provides health insurance to 37 million children and is a critical revenue source for schools. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Noam N. Levey / KFF Health NewsApr 7, 2025
A New York-based nonprofit, Undue Medical Debt, will pay off old medical bills affecting 20 million people. The group admits it isn't enough. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Join our newsletterDon't miss out on the latest investigations, art critiques, provocative insights and original reporting from a progressive perspective — delivered straight to your inbox.
Now you can personalize your Truthdig experience. To bookmark your favorite articles and follow your favorite authors, please login or create a user profile.
Now you can personalize your Truthdig experience. To bookmark your favorite articles and follow your favorite authors, upgrade to supporter.
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
Books
Economic Justice
Editorial Cartoons
Editorial Cartoons
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
Health & Wellness
Economic Justice
Education
Health & Wellness