911 CALL. HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF NORTH CAROLINIANS NOW HAVE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE COVERAGE, ALL THANKS TO A MEDICAID EXPANSION THAT WENT INTO EFFECT TODAY. CHRIS PETERSEN JOINS US IN STUDIO THIS FRIDAY. CHRIS, STATE OFFICIALS ARE CELEBRATING THIS CHANGE. ABSOLUTELY, DEVANTE. IN A NEWS CONFERENCE THIS MORNING, NORTH […]
More room to work out in SW Ocala
Alan Youngblood For the Star-Banner | USA TODAY NETWORK Owner Tracie Bracie, center left, and manager Tyler Friend cut the ribbon during the grand reopening at Zone Health and Fitness in Ocala, FL on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The Heath Brook fitness center just finished a 10,000 square foot addition […]
You Can Now Get Free COVID-19 and Flu Tests and Treatments at Home
Key Takeaways U.S. adults can now access free tests to detect influenza and COVID-19 with one sample. If you test positive for either disease, regardless of where you took the test, you can get a free prescription for medications mailed to you or delivered to a nearby pharmacy. The program […]
UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital Again Named to U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals for Maternity Care
12/5/2023 PITTSBURGH — UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, a worldwide leader in women’s health and research, has been recognized again as a 2024 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) by U.S. News & World Report. This is the highest award a hospital can earn for U.S. News Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. […]
Rescue dog helps healthcare workers deal with emotional stresses of their work | Trending
The story of how a dog, armed with unconditional love, became a therapeutic presence for the medical staff working at a facility was shared on social media. The dog named Recon works as a certified therapy dog to help the team members ‘work through the emotional stresses of their work’. […]
An original iPad autographed by Steve Jobs and personally given as a gift to a Hawaii-based dentist is up for auction
A first-generation Apple iPad autographed by none other than Steve Jobs is up for grabs, giving Apple fans an opportunity to acquire a unique Steve Jobs memorabilia. The original Apple iPad, Model A1337, prominently signed on the back by Jobs in a thick black felt tip is preserved in great […]
The Women’s Hospital in Warrick County listed in national rankings
U.S. News & World Report has recognized The Women’s Hospital in a recently released set of rankings. The hospital, located on the Deaconess Gateway Medical Campus in Warrick County, was named a 2024 High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care. This is the highest award a hospital can earn for U.S. […]
Wedding season woes: A guide to managing your fitness and health amidst the celebrations | Life-style News
With the loud sounds of the dhol and the tempting aroma of festive foods in the air, the season of weddings is upon us. Amidst the celebrations and revelry, it’s easy to let our health take a backseat. However, fret not. If you’re looking for a guide to help you […]
Henry Ford Health President, CEO Bob Riney named one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People of 2023
DETROIT, Mich. (CBS DETROIT) – Henry Ford Health President and CEO Bob Riney was recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People of 2023, according to a press release. “I’m deeply humbled and thankful to be included on this prestigious list, surrounded by some of the most innovative […]
Paxlovid to the rescue? What to know about the COVID-19 drug
Credit: CC0 Public Domain As the holiday and peak respiratory seasons collide, and COVID-19 cases continue a steady, weeks-long climb, doctors want high-risk people to remember: Should COVID catch them in the coming days, one call to the doctor could save Christmas—or more. Paxlovid, an antiviral COVID therapy given under […]
‘Hospitals are not battlegrounds’: World reacts to Israel’s al-Shifa raid | Israel-Palestine conflict News
World leaders and international aid organisations have strongly criticised Israel’s assault on al-Shifa Hospital, the largest medical facility in the Gaza Strip. After a week of incursions across Gaza in what some are calling a “war on hospitals”, governments, United Nations agencies and other aid organisations expressed their distress on […]
17 Countries With Better Healthcare Than The United States
In this article, we will be looking at the 17 countries with better healthcare than the United States. If you want to skip our detailed analysis, you can go directly to 5 Countries With Better Healthcare Than The United States. Challenges Plaguing the US Healthcare System One of the biggest challenges […]
Steve Jobs signed iPad and unopened iPhones are up for auction
A “personal gift” from Steve Jobs, an autographed iPad, is up for auction An iPad autographed and sent as a gift by Steve Jobs is estimated to fetch at least $10,000 at auction, while an unopened iPhone in gift packaging is expected to sell for over $20,000. While a new […]
The Smart Hospital creates realistic simulations for real-world situations | News
Simulation technician Crystal Roden holds a gel foot Nov. 15 in the School of Social Work and Smart Hospital. Moulage is the art of applying mock injuries for the purpose of training emergency response personnel. Photo by Ronaldo Bolaños The College of Nursing and Health Innovation’s Smart Hospital strives to […]
This Is The Only Way To Save Healthcare In The U.S.
Why do healthcare costs keep rising? Because, unlike other markets, the consumer—that is, the patient—is not in charge. Third parties, primarily large insurers and Medicare and Medicaid, are. Health Savings Accounts, which have been around for 20 years, allow patients to control certain funds rather than third parties. Today there […]
Human Rights Watch says rocket misfire likely cause of deadly Gaza hospital blast
A satellite image shows Al-Ahli hospital, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Gaza November 7, 2023. Maxar Technologies/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo Acquire Licensing Rights GENEVA, Nov 26 (Reuters) – Human Rights Watch (HRW) said on Sunday that evidence suggested a misfired rocket was […]
Protein Before or After Your Workout: Which Is Better?
Whether you’re about to exercise or you just completed a grueling workout, what you eat can make a difference. If you consume the right foods at the right times, you’ll provide your body with plenty of good-quality fuel for the workout or help your body recoup the energy you depleted […]
Vet Prescribing Dogs COVID Meds To Save Them From Mystery Illness
A last-ditch attempt to save a dog from a mysterious illness plaguing the nation is seemingly working — with one vet deciding to prescribe the popular COVID-19 drug intended for humans … Paxlovid — and it seemed to work! The life of a bulldog named Cash — who was struggling […]
Ukrainian doctors visit Brazil’s largest children’s hospital
Ukrainian doctors, training under the project of UWC’s initiative Unite with Ukraine, visited the largest pediatric hospital in Brazil – Hospital Pequeno Príncipe – in the city of Curitiba, Paraná state. The Ukrainian-Brazilian Central Representation (UBCR), under the leadership of its President Vitório Sorotiuk, made this visit possible. Ukrainian doctors […]
Patients need access to critical medication information. A new FDA rule would limit it
Medical professionals know that sharing clear and accurate health information with patients empowers them to make wise decisions that set them on a path to healthier living. Educating patients about their prescription medications is especially important. Since millions of Americans rely on prescription medication, effective patient medication information (PMI) is […]