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Kennedy's Senate Hearings: A Spotlight on Health Policies

January 27, 2025

This week, the United States Senate is set to question Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who has been nominated by President Trump to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This position holds tremendous power, governing agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and t

business

Why Are Fewer People Buying Homes in the US?

January 24, 2025

In 2024, American home sales hit a new low, falling to numbers not seen since 1995. The reason? Sky-high home prices and high mortgage rates are making it tough for people to buy homes. Previously owned homes, which make up most of the market, saw a total of only 4. 06 million sales last year. That'

business

UnitedHealth Group Picks New CEO After Tragic Loss

January 24, 2025

In the aftermath of a shocking tragedy, UnitedHealth Group has named Tim Noel as the new CEO of their health insurance arm, UnitedHealthcare. Noel joined the company in 2007 and most recently led UnitedHealthcare Medicare & Retirement. His appointment comes nearly two months after the fatal shooting

business

UnitedHealthcare Picks New CEO After Shocking Event

January 24, 2025

In a surprising turn of events, UnitedHealthcare has chosen Tim Noel as their new CEO. This announcement comes after the tragic murder of their previous leader, Brian Thompson, in December. Noel, who has been with the company since 2007, was previously in charge of Medicare and retirement plans. The

health

Oral Health Crisis: A Closer Look

January 24, 2025

Imagine this: you're in a small town where the dentist is a rare sight. People are suffering from toothaches, but there's hardly anyone to help. This isn't a far-off tale; it's a reality for many communities around the world. The lack of access to dentistry is a growing problem that affects millions

politics

Healthcare and Immigrant Patients: A State-by-State Divide

January 24, 2025

Immigration policies in the U. S. vary widely across states, and healthcare providers are at the center of these differences. California and Massachusetts are taking steps to protect immigrant patients' privacy and access to care. They're advising hospitals not to ask about immigration status and to

finance

China Boosts Stock Market with New Investment Rules

January 23, 2025

China's financial regulators have introduced a series of measures to encourage big state-owned funds and insurers to buy more stocks. The aim is to support a struggling stock market. On Thursday, the chairman of the China Securities Regulatory Commission, Wu Qing, announced that large insurance comp

health

Why Schizophrenia Patients Often Miss HIV Care

January 23, 2025

Schizophrenia affects how people think, feel, and act, and it also puts them at a higher risk of getting HIV. Those with both HIV and schizophrenia are more likely to die than those with just one of these conditions. Researchers haven't studied much about how well people with HIV and schizophrenia s

business

How China's 2016 Long-Term Care Insurance Rollout Affected Workers

January 23, 2025

China introduced long-term care (LTC) insurance in 2016, aiming to reduce risks for those needing long-term care. This policy's impact on workers with and without informal coverage was examined. Workers eligible for public LTC insurance reduced their work hours and labor participation, suggesting th

politics

Work Rules for Medicaid: Trump's Pick Speaks Out

January 23, 2025

Russell T. Vought, President Trump’s pick for the Office of Management and Budget, shared his thoughts with Senate lawmakers on Wednesday. He expressed support for work requirements for low-income Americans who depend on government-funded health insurance like Medicaid. This was a policy pushed by P