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Missing Cancer Diagnoses: A Hidden Pandemic Legacy

October 14, 2024

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, doctors are warning that around 130,000 people in the United States might be living with undiagnosed advanced cancer. This alarming figure emerged from a study conducted by researchers at Case Western University. The disruptions caused by the pandemic, such as

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Supplies Low: IV Fluid Shortage Affects Healthcare Nationwide

October 12, 2024

A recent survey found that over 86% of healthcare providers are dealing with a shortage of intravenous fluids, or IV fluids, due to a damaged manufacturing plant in North Carolina. The plant, which produces 60% of the country's IV fluids, was hit by Hurricane Helene. IV fluids are crucial for treati

politics

Health Crisis in Gaza: UN Says Israel's Actions Destroyed Medical Care

October 11, 2024

A recent UN report has criticized Israel for deliberately destroying Gaza's healthcare system during last year's conflict with Hamas. The report claims that Israel's actions not only destroyed medical facilities but also targeted healthcare workers, leading to war crimes and human rights violations.

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The High Cost of Slimming Down: What's Happening with Weight-Loss Drugs?

October 11, 2024

You might know about Ozempic and Wegovy, two drugs that help people feel full and eat less. With obesity rates high, a lot of Americans want these treatments. But here’s the tricky part: even though many have employer-sponsored health insurance, getting coverage for these expensive medicines is toug

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Weight Loss Drugs: Not Covered by Most Large Companies

October 10, 2024

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

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Kingston Hospitals' Robotic Revolution: A New Era in Surgery

October 8, 2024

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

politics

Supreme Court's Hot Topics for 2024

October 7, 2024

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

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Chronic Pain in Kids: A Hidden Crisis

October 7, 2024

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

business

CVS Health's Big Move: Is Splitting Up the Right Call?

October 7, 2024

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

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Court Victory for Texas Kids' Medicaid Plans

October 7, 2024

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.