A recent hearing brought attention to the ongoing debate about vaccine policies in the U. S. Senator John Barrasso, a doctor from Wyoming, expressed his concerns about the direction of vaccine policy under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Barrasso pointed out that vaccines have saved millions of lives worldwide. He reminded everyone that Kennedy had promised t...
Employers are bracing for a significant hike in health care costs next year, with a median increase of 9 percent expected. This trend is largely driven by the rising use of GLP-1 drugs for obesity and diabetes, as well as the increasing prevalence and cost of cancer treatments. The survey, which included 121 employers covering 11. 6 million people, highlights the gro...
A recent decision by a federal judge in Boston has made waves in the healthcare world. The judge has expanded a block on a part of a law that aimed to cut off federal funding for Planned Parenthood. This law was part of a larger domestic policy bill signed by former President Donald Trump. The judge, Indira Talwani, initially ruled that the administration couldn't e...
Patients are using text messages more after leaving the hospital. This is a big change in how they talk to doctors and nurses. Not all patients text the same way. Some send lots of messages. Others send just a few. This shows that each patient has their own style. Texting can help patients feel better. It can also stop them from going back to the hospital. But how? ...
In the Philippines, a big push for better healthcare access led to a test run of digital health records in local clinics. From 2020 to 2022, two different electronic health record (EHR) systems were tried out in various places. These ranged from busy city clinics to quiet rural health centers and even remote areas. The goal? To see if these digital systems could hel...
Democrats are making a bold move to challenge President Donald Trump's new tax and spending law. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is leading the charge, heading to Louisiana for a town hall meeting. This isn't just any state—it's home to two key Republican leaders, Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise. The Democrats are not happy with the new ...
The Supreme Court has made a big change that affects women's health care. Now, states can stop Planned Parenthood from getting money through Medicaid because it provides abortions. This is a problem because many women rely on Medicaid for important health services like birth control and pregnancy tests. Women aged 19 to 44 make up most of the people who use Medicaid...
Long Island is bracing for significant changes due to a new budget bill that has just been approved. This bill is set to impact various aspects of life, from taxes to healthcare, the environment, and immigration. The bill includes a temporary increase in the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, which is a big deal for many residents. However, not everyone is happy w...
This new bill from the Trump administration is a big deal. It’s all about cutting taxes, but it does so in a way that hits some people harder than others. The wealthy get more benefits, while those with lower incomes might struggle more. The bill extends tax cuts from 2017, but it also adds a huge amount to the national debt. So, what does this mean for you? If you ...
The recent changes to the healthcare system in America have left many people worried. The new bill, passed by Republicans, will make big cuts to Medicaid. This is a program that helps millions of people get medical care. The bill also makes it harder for states to pay for Medicaid. If this bill becomes law, it will change healthcare in America forever. The bill is e...