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insurance

Early Exits: Why Patients Leave U. S. Emergency Departments Before Doctors Say So

January 15, 2025

Leaving an emergency department (ED) before medical advice is given, often called early exits, is a major concern in the U. S. healthcare system. It can lead to worse health outcomes and higher costs. While past research has explored this issue, studies using recent nationwide data over multiple yea

entertainment

LA's Wildfires: Hollywood Struggles and Supports

January 14, 2025

Imagine having a big, important party the night before your house burns down. That's what happened to a top Hollywood agent after the Golden Globes. Suddenly, work didn't matter as much as personal safety. Wildfires hit Los Angeles hard, with homes destroyed from Pacific Palisades to Malibu. The ent

health

Skin Condition Spotlight: Psoriasis Treatment in Germany

January 14, 2025

Psoriasis, a long-term skin disorder causing red, scaly patches, is on the rise globally. However, not many studies have looked into how it's treated and the impact it has on healthcare in places like Germany. Let's dive into some real-world data to understand what's going on. In Germany, a specifi

health

Rural Lung Cancer Screening: A Look at Race, Location, and Access

January 14, 2025

Did you know that where you live can affect your chances of getting lung cancer screened? The U. S. Preventive Services Task Force says people who smoke a lot and are over a certain age should get checked every year. But how easy is it to get this screening? Researchers checked if living in rural ar

lifestyle

The Flame-Struck Home: A Family's Journey in Altadena

January 13, 2025

Meet Brent and Tasia Callum, new homeowners in Altadena, who faced a sudden and devastating fire. "It was surreal, " Tasia remembered, "All the time and effort we put into our fixer-upper vanished in seconds. " With their two young kids, they had to flee as the fire quickly spread. "One moment, the

politics

Medicaid's Future in Question: A Republican Perspective

January 13, 2025

Medicaid has expanded significantly under President Biden, reaching a record 79 million Americans, including low-income adults and children. However, with Donald Trump's potential return to the White House and a Republican-controlled Congress, the future of Medicaid looks uncertain. Republicans are

finance

Britain's Borrowing Costs Soar: What's Next for Public Spending?

January 13, 2025

It's been a rough few months for the U. K. government's budget plans. Since the Labour party unveiled their first budget back in October, the costs of borrowing money have been climbing fast. The problem? Investors are losing confidence, and that means the government has to pay more to borrow money.

business

Small Businesses Burned: A New Beginning in LA

January 13, 2025

Paul Rosenbluh got shocking news while buying another restaurant: his diner in Altadena, California, had burned down. Fox's Restaurant, a beloved spot since 1955, was destroyed by the Eaton Fire. He was in Vancouver when he saw the charred remains on Facebook. Business had been good, with many regul

politics

Rebuilding L. A. : Governor Newsom's Big Plan after Devastating Fires

January 12, 2025

After the destructive fires that hit Los Angeles, Governor Gavin Newsom is planning a massive rebuilding project, calling it a "Marshall Plan" for the region. This plan aims to reimagine the city with input from various leaders, including those from the city, civic groups, businesses, nonprofits, an

finance

Big Banks and UnitedHealth Kick Off Earnings Season with High Hopes

January 12, 2025

This week, the earnings season begins with six major U. S. banks and a significant health insurer ready to share their results. Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, Morgan Stanley, and Bank of America are all set to report their fourth-quarter earnings. UnitedHealth, a key player i