A new program in Flint providing cash to pregnant women has shown to improve birth outcomes, marking a potential shift in maternal health strategies.
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Is “colorectal cancer” rising in “young people”?
Recent studies show an increase in colorectal cancer among young adults, raising concerns about changing risk patterns and causes.
How to Contain the Ebola Outbreak
An analysis of current Ebola containment efforts, recent developments, and ongoing challenges in global health response.
Should You Trust Your Health to a Chiropractor?
Exploring the safety, effectiveness, and risks of chiropractic treatments amid ongoing debates and recent studies.
STAT+: Marc Tessier-Lavigne addresses new book’s allegations about his conduct in Stanford misconduct case
Former Stanford President Marc Tessier-Lavigne publicly addresses allegations from Theo Baker’s book about his resignation amid controversy.
Opinion: I’m a heart transplant recipient. I’m haunted by ‘ghost approval’ for medication I need to survive
A heart transplant recipient describes the ongoing struggle with delayed insurance approval for vital medication, highlighting systemic issues in healthcare access.
STAT+: U.K. advocacy groups threaten court action over a key provision in the pharma trade deal with the U.S.
UK advocacy groups threaten court action over key provisions in the recent UK-US trade agreement, citing concerns over influence on medicine pricing decisions.
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency
WHO has officially declared the Ebola outbreak a global health emergency amid rising cases in Central Africa, prompting international response efforts.
Medicare Coverage for GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Cost, Eligibility and What to Know
Medicare will now cover GLP-1 weight loss medications for eligible seniors, marking a significant shift in coverage and access. Learn about costs, eligibility, and what this means.
Ontario auditors find doctors’ AI note takers routinely blow basic facts
Ontario auditors reveal that AI systems used for medical note-taking often produce inaccurate, fabricated, or incomplete patient records, raising safety concerns.
