Looking into how many large companies cover weight loss drugs, a recent Health Affairs survey reveals a surprising truth. Less than one in five of these big firms include popular, pricey drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound in their health plans. This leaves millions of workers without access to these med
In 2018, Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) introduced the Da Vinci Xi surgical robot, funded by a generous donation. Initially, they aimed to perform 70-80 robotic surgeries annually, but they've since exceeded expectations. Colorectal surgeon Dr. Sunil Patel reports they completed around 150 s
As the U.S. prepares for the next presidential election, the Supreme Court is lining up some heavy-hitting cases for 2024. One of the most talked-about issues will be healthcare access for transgender teens. The court will also dive into the legalities surrounding do-it-yourself gun kits. And let's
Imagine having a constant, nagging pain that never goes away. This is the reality for one in five kids and teens. We often think of chronic pain as an adult problem, but youngsters suffer just as much. The trouble is, doctors don't always know how to help them. There's a big disconnect between what
CVS Health is facing a challenge. Their stock prices are falling, and healthcare costs are skyrocketing. The money coming in from their pharmacy services isn't enough. To tackle this, they're thinking about a significant change: splitting their retail stores from their health insurance business. The
Imagine this: about 2 million kids and their families in Texas were about to face a significant change in their healthcare. But hold on, a judge in Texas just hit the pause button on a plan that would have axed three major healthcare plans, including one from Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth.
As the 2024 presidential election heats up, healthcare reform is back in the spotlight. Two main candidates are fighting to control the narrative around Obamacare, hoping to win over voters and key states like Pennsylvania. Vice President Kamala Harris has been actively defending Obamacare, promisi
The recent debate between vice presidential candidates was polite, but it fell short when discussing healthcare. It's a big deal for Americans, yet there were no concrete plans presented to the voters. This isn't new; affordability has been a top worry in recent years. Where you live makes a huge d
Imagine facing the hardest decision of your life – one that no mother should ever have to make. This is what happened when doctors told me about my son's condition and the heartbreaking future he faced. In that moment, society seemed to turn its back on me too, adding to the pain. Now, I see po
The recent outbreak of the Marburg virus in Rwanda has left healthcare workers and officials racing against time to contain its spread. With over 36 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported, the situation is dire, but experts are optimistic that with swift action, the country can mitigate the crisis.
