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‘A national movement’: More than a dozen states consider laws around menopause care and training for doctors
A wave of menopause-related legislation has been introduced across the United States this year, leading to possible shifts in ...
Researchers link severe disasters and loss of health care facilities
The researchers' study looked at what happened to hospitals, pharmacies and ambulatory - or outpatient - care facilities ...
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Advocates warn that Medicaid cuts in the big budget law put home-based health care at risk
The recently passed GOP tax and spending law cuts about a trillion dollars from Medicaid over the next decade. Those cuts, ...
Potential for 'pretty dire consequences' for WA health care due to Trump's budget bill
Trump's One, Big Beautiful Bill won't have immediate impacts but, over the next decade may have far-reaching consequences for ...
Should you trust AI for Medicare, Social Security or long-term-care advice?
Deciding on the right Medicare coverage means first figuring out whether to go with original Medicare plus a Medigap ...
Think You're Safe From Medicaid Cuts? Your State Health Care Program May Not Be
Federal rules govern Medicaid programs, which rely on federal funding. However, each state’s programs are tailored to its ...
Most US adults say child care costs are a ‘major problem,’ a new AP-NORC poll finds
A new poll shows most Americans see child care costs as a major issue, and majorities support the federal government offering ...
‘Christy’ Review: Brothers Estranged by the Care System Rebuild Their Bond in a Moving Irish Crowdpleaser
A Berlin prizewinner, Brendan Canty's straightforward but emotionally punchy debut 'Christy' continues its successful ...
Mass. health secretary Kate Walsh steps down. New leader will focus on primary care and ‘most vulnerable.’
Dr. Kiame Mahaniah, undersecretary of health in the office since April 2023, will take over as the agency’s secretary on ...