After the collapse of Steward Health Care, which led to the closure of two hospitals and the loss of patient lives, Massachusetts has taken a big step. A new law aims to keep private equity out of local healthcare. This isn't about banning private equity, but making sure they can't squeeze money out
Let's talk about vibration plates, a fitness trend you might have seen on TikTok. These machines have been around for decades, so what's the deal? Vibration plates vibrate rapidly when you stand on them, making your muscles contract and relax quickly. This sound like a quick fix for fitness? Not so
Imagine if your mental health could guide your career path! A huge study involving over 400, 000 workers from the US and UK found interesting links between jobs and mental health traits like ADHD, autism, and depression. Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai discovered that ce
St. Cloud’s local hospital has stopped its Home Delivered Meals Program for a bit due to the cold snap. Why? Freezing temperatures can cause health problems like hypothermia and frostbite. It’s not just about keeping the food warm, but also keeping people safe. This break started on January 20, 2025
Winter might make you want to stay cozy indoors, but an early morning walk could be just what you need for better sleep. When the days are short and cold, our bodies can struggle to regulate our internal clocks, making it harder to fall asleep. However, a brisk walk outside can boost your mood and e
Electing Donald Trump as President has sparked discussions about potential changes to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). One of the most talked-about nominations is Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for Health Secretary. Kennedy is known for his vaccine skepticism and has proposed reducing the H
Health technology, like electronic health records (EHRs), is everywhere, but sharing and accessing this data in the US remains tough. To really make a difference in patient health and public well-being, we need to fix this. The US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has started building t
Imagine this: it's 1985, and the second inauguration of Ronald Reagan is about to happen. But instead of the usual outdoor ceremony, everything is moved indoors. Why? Because the weather forecast was incredibly cold! This decision wasn't made lightly. The White House press secretary, Larry Speakes,
In Sierra Leone, onchocerciasis is a big worry in 14 out of its 16 districts. But two villages in Tonkolili district, Mangobo and Petifu, haven't seen much blindness from this disease. This raised eyebrows because, since 2005, these villages have had 17 rounds of annual treatments with ivermectin, a
You might have heard about cell and gene therapies (CGTs), which can treat rare and sometimes deadly diseases. The catch? They're expensive. People are worried that insurance companies might not want to pay for them. If you look at the big picture, the yearly cost of covering these therapies for eve
