The U. S. government shutdown is finally nearing its end after a long stalemate. A small group of Senate Democrats and an independent senator broke ranks and joined Republicans to move forward with a plan to reopen the government. This decision has angered many in their party, but it seems like the
Canada is back to square one in its fight against measles. After successfully eliminating the virus in 1998, the country has now lost its measles-free status. This means the virus is spreading on its own again, not just popping up from travelers. Experts from the Pan American Health Organization (P
In the Philippines, noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are a big problem. Many people die from heart and brain diseases. The Department of Health tried to help by creating the Philippine Package of Essential Non-Communicable Disease Interventions (Phil PEN). But, healthcare workers found it hard to use
The FDA has decided to take off the strong warning labels from hormone-based menopause treatments. These treatments help with hot flashes and night sweats. The warning labels talked about serious risks like stroke, heart attacks, and dementia. This change is based on new studies. They show that hor
People who need bone implants want something that works well with their body. New technology is making this possible. Researchers have developed a special way to create implants using a plastic called PEEK. This isn't just any PEEK. It's made with a method called fused strand deposition. This method
Alex Singleton, a key player for the Denver Broncos, recently faced a tough challenge off the field. He had surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his testicle. This news came after a routine drug test showed unusual hormone levels. Instead of dwelling on the scary diagnosis, Singleton focused on
The recent deal to end the longest government shutdown in U. S. history has sparked a wave of criticism from many House Democrats, particularly those representing Orange County. The bipartisan agreement, which aims to restart federal services and provide backpay to furloughed workers, has been met w
California's upcoming governor race is heating up, and health care is the hot topic. With costs rising and access shrinking, candidates are stepping up to share their plans. But will their promises translate into real change? The state's health care system is under pressure. Prices are going up, an
The government shutdown might be ending, but a big question mark hangs over health care subsidies. The deal to reopen the government doesn't include a plan for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits that help millions afford health insurance. These credits are set to expire at the end of the year
Senator Bernie Sanders was not happy. He thought the deal to end the government shutdown was a "disaster. " He believed Democrats did not get much in return. The deal would keep the government running until late January. It would also stop federal layoffs and fund some parts of the government until
