HCA Hospital System is Accused of Pushing Hospice Care
A large hospital system is pushing patients into palliative care, investigators say.
Health & Medicine
Alabama Social Workers Will Now be Able to Diagnose
New law will finally allow clinical social workers to diagnose patients.
Drug Companies are Limiting Access to Cancer Treatments
Drugmakers are steering away from generic cancer options.
AI Can Aid Healthcare Facilities in Providing Adequate Patient Care
AI can’t replace human doctors, but it certainly can help improve outcomes.
Vermont is Investing in a Clinic to Combat the Mental Health Crisis
University of Vermont Health Network is building a clinic to help address mental health concerns.
Baltimore Uses Mobile Buprenorphine Units to Combat OUD
This Maryland city has come up with an innovative approach to harm reduction.
Researchers Study the Link Between Cardiometabolic Risk, Food
Junk food has long been tied to cardiovascular complications.
Is Telehealth the Secret Ingredient to Preventing Recidivism?
Ongoing substance abuse recovery is an essential part of returning to society for most ex-convicts.
Social Supports Can Sabotage a Person’s Weight Loss Goals
A person’s support system can inadvertently hinder their health goals.
Why Do Black Women Have Higher Mortality Rates for Breast Cancer?
The higher mortality rates from breast cancer among black women are a significant public health concern that demands attention and action.