Healthcare

Lawmakers are running out of options to avoid a possible government shutdown, but a once obscure tax could now play an important role in negotiations.

President Obama unveiled the premiums for his new health care plans. But when it comes to the real cost of health care, the premium is just the beginning.

There are nearly 100,000 medical apps available on mobile devices.

Some low-tech innovations are making a big difference.

Kyle wants to quit her job so she can stay home with her daughter and stop paying for daycare. Her husband says they need her paycheck to pay the bills. Whose side are you on?

New data released by the federal government reveals that costs for identical medical procedures can vary widely from hospital-to-hospital. So to get the best deal, you might have to do some comparison shopping.

Workers covered by CVS pharmacy’s health plan will have to report their weight and other wellness information or pay a monthly fee. The new policy shows how companies, in addition to offering incentives for workers to become healthier, are adding penalties for those who don’t shape up. It's all about lowering healthcare costs.

The very wealthy have access to lots of things most of us don't -- that's just the way it goes. But what about when it's a matter or life or death?

There's been talk of a nurse shortage for years, but why are many nursing grads still struggling to find a job?

A big chunk of "consumer spending" is really money we spend on health care.