HEALTH

Mass. marks fifth anniversary of health care law

BOSTON - Supporters of Massachusetts' landmark health care law are marking its fifth anniversary, pointing to the 400,000 residents who've obtained insurance as a result of the 2006 initiative. More »

Bugs emerge to bug us, and a few pose health risks

WASHINGTON - It's that time of year when the bugs emerge to bug us. Some can pose real threats - Lyme disease from tiny ticks, West Nile virus from mosquitoes, or life-threatening allergic reactions to bee stings. But most bug bites in this country are an itchy nuisance. More »