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Self-Care for Your Health: The First Flu Vaccine You Can Give Yourself

September 23, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just approved the first flu vaccine that can be administered at home, without needing a healthcare provider. This nasal spray, called FluMist, has been protecting people against the flu since 2003, and now it's available for self-administration or caregi

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The Mysterious Case of the Bird Flu Outbreak

September 23, 2024

In a rare and puzzling turn of events, a third close contact of a patient in Missouri who was hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu has reported experiencing symptoms. This individual, a healthcare worker, was not tested as their symptoms resolved before the investigation into the illnesses began. The Cen

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Unpacking the Maternal Health Crisis: A Call to Action

September 21, 2024

As the nation grapples with the reverberations of a shifting political landscape, one issue has emerged as a clarion call for collective action: the maternal health crisis affecting Black women. On September 23, Maya Harris, sister of Vice President Kamala Harris, will lead a roundtable discussion i

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Healthcare in Jeopardy: A Recipe for Disaster

September 21, 2024

As the 2024 election season heats up, a new wave of Republican proposals threatens to unravel the progress made in healthcare reform. The party's aim is to repeal key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and the Affordable Care Act (ACA), aiming to increase the cost of health insurance an

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Health Care: A Tale of Two Worlds

September 20, 2024

Health care is a vital aspect of human life, and in many developed countries, it's a fundamental right. However, the United States stands out as a stark exception. Despite spending the most on health care, Americans are sicker, die younger, and struggle to afford essential health care. A recent repo

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Boosting Emergency Care in Columbia

September 20, 2024

Imagine having access to top-notch emergency services, just a stone's throw away from your home or workplace. That's exactly what MUSC Health is working towards, with a massive $30 million investment in their downtown Columbia location. The goal is to double the number of patient beds and install cu

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The Sickliest Spender: Why America's Healthcare System Falls Short

September 20, 2024

The United States may be the world's biggest spender on healthcare, but a new report indicates that this investment hasn't translated to better health outcomes. In fact, Americans are among the sickest and die the youngest compared to nine other high-income nations. Released by The Commonwealth Fund

lifestyle

Food for Thought: A Community's Commitment to Feeding Futures

September 20, 2024

In the heart of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, a remarkable story of community spirit and generosity unfolded at the Rock'n on the River Summer Concert Series. Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire took the stage, literally and figuratively, to present funds collected during the event to Feed a Child Nyre

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Will the Next Election Decide the Fate of Obamacare's Preventive Care Mandates?

September 20, 2024

Imagine a world where getting a free cancer screening or a heart medication that could save your life is a distant dream. Unfortunately, this is the reality that millions of Americans could face if the Supreme Court decides to strike down the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) preventive care mandates. The

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Insulin Price Fixing: The Unseen Hand Behind Diabetes

September 20, 2024

In the world of medicine, the cost of living with diabetes is skyrocketing, and it's not just because of the drugs themselves. A recent lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against three major pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) sheds light on a more sinister force driving up insulin pri