2018 Birth Rate Fell to Lowest Level In More Than Three Decades

U.S. Birth Rate Falls For 4th Year In A Row by Erika Edwards.  NBC News.  November 27, 2019.

More Voters Now Support Government-Run Plan Competing With Private Insurance

'Public Option' Draws Voters Unsure About 'Medicare For All' by Abby Goodnough.  The New York Times.  November 24, 2019.

Hidden Costs Of Medical School Are Barriers For Low-Income Students

I Have A Ph.D In Not Having Money by Emma Goldberg.  The New York Times.  November 25, 2019.

Death Rates Increase For Middle-Aged People Of All Racial And Ethnic Groups

It's Not Just Poor White People Driving A Decline In Life Expectancy by Gina Kolata And Sabrina Tavernise.  The New York Times.  November 26, 2019.

Fear Of Dementia Is More Prevalent Than Constructive Steps To Confront It

Half Of Older Americans Fear That They'll Develop Dementia--Why Most Of Their Prevention Methods Are All Wrong by Quentin Fottrell.  Market Watch.  November 19, 2019.

Judge Rules That Mental Health Services Required For Government Programs That Create Mental Trauma

U.S. Must Provide Mental Health Services To Families Separated At Border by Miriam Jordan.  The New York Times.  November 6, 2019.

Drug Therapy Alone May Save Lives As Effectively As Bypass Or Stenting Procedures

Surgery For Blocked Arteries Is Often Unwarranted, Researchers Find by Gina Kolata.  The New York Times.  November 16, 2019.