In a recent high-stakes courtroom drama, the Supreme Court tackled a heated issue: South Carolina's push to cut off funding for Planned Parenthood. The spotlight was on a legal puzzle: can Medicaid patients take states to court if they want to pick their own healthcare providers? The case isn't jus
In the heart of Ethiopia, a significant challenge faces mothers and newborns. The journey from pregnancy to a healthy baby is tough. The care needed throughout this journey is often not provided. This is due to many hurdles that women encounter. These obstacles are not just physical but also dee
Nurses working in hospital units often face violence on the job. This is a serious issue that affects many nurses. The study looked at 218 nurses in the 8th Health Region of Paraná. It found that 44 percent of these nurses had experienced violence at work. This violence can be physical, verbal, or e
Health care facilities are supposed to be safe zones. They are places where people go to heal. But in modern wars, these places are often hit. This is a big problem. It might even be a war crime. Proving that a health care facility was deliberately targeted is tough. If a facility is hit more than o
In Canada, three cities were studied to understand how women who face gender-based violence (GBV) interact with health and social services. These services are often scattered and hard to access. This makes it tough for women to get the help they need when they need it. GBV is a major public healt
The National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies have abruptly ended nearly three dozen research projects led by Harvard-affiliated hospitals. This move has left many scientists scrambling. The cuts have hit Mass General Brigham, the nation’s top hospital for research grants, hard. The h
The landscape of medical coverage in North Texas has seen a significant shift. Two large healthcare systems, Southwestern Health Resources and UT Southwestern, are no longer part of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas network. This change affects a range of insurance plans, including commercial,
Cancer diagnoses are on the rise, which makes self-care more important than ever for those recovering from surgery or chemo. Technology has stepped in to help, with a focus on getting patients moving. Why? Because physical activity can greatly improve health and overall well-being. There are plenty
The world is always at risk of pandemics, and being ready is crucial. One big challenge is mixing health data from humans and animals. This is especially tough at the basic healthcare level. Vietnam has made strides in health info systems and telehealth. Yet, there are gaps in using and sharing data
Diabetes is a big deal, especially for those living in rural areas. One major issue is foot care. People with diabetes need to know how to take care of their feet to avoid ulcers and other problems. This means checking their feet daily, trimming toenails properly, wearing the right shoes, and knowin
