Health

24% of civilian workers in the United States, or roughly 33.6 million people, do not have access to paid sick leave.

Here is a roundup of key takeaways from our studies of U.S. public opinion about science issues and their effect on society.

Most Americans are at least somewhat happy with their lives, but some have grappled with issues like loneliness and work-life balance.

Around three-in-ten Americans living in households earning $75,000 or more a year say they regularly wear a smart watch or fitness tracker.

As in 2016, 88% of U.S. adults say its benefits outweigh the risks. And the share who consider its preventive benefits to be “very high” rose by 11 points to 56%.

Amid questions over e-cigarettes and public health, here’s a look at what data shows about vaping in the U.S.

While Democrats broadly say the government has a responsibility to ensure health care coverage for all Americans, they are divided over how to achieve this.

Depression is rising among American teenagers, and teen girls are particularly likely to have had recent depressive episodes.

Independence Day is a national celebration of freedom, fireworks and frankfurters. It's also, by one measure, the most dangerous day of the year.

Most Americans believe the health benefits of the MMR vaccine are high and the risks are low. Many favor school-based vaccine requirements.