You might be blaming health insurance companies for rising costs and denials, but wait. Let's dive deeper. The root of the problem started when politicians made promises they couldn't keep. Back in 2013, before the Affordable Care Act (ACA) took effect, insurers were denying around 1. 5% of claims.
Scientists often rely on peer reviews to check their work. But does it matter if they know who wrote the paper? Some think yes, others no. Let's dive in! Imagine two types of peer reviews: single blind, where only the reviewer is hidden, and double blind, where neither knows who's who. A special st
The digital world has changed the way we connect and entertain ourselves. One of the biggest changes is the rise of social media platforms like Instagram, which are wildly popular among young people. But is all this online time affecting students, especially those studying to become nurses? A recent
Ever wondered why some kids with hearing loss in one ear manage school just fine, while others need extra support? It turns out, it's not just about the ears. Researchers have dug deeper and found that health issues play a big part too. They studied kids who needed extra help in school or had troubl
Imagine having to wait more than a decade for something as basic as health care. That's the reality for many DACA recipients, who were recently dealt a blow by a federal judge in North Dakota. This week, a ruling stopped a policy that would have let these undocumented immigrants get federally-availa
President-elect Trump sat down with NBC’s “Meet the Press” to discuss his thoughts on healthcare and abortion. He didn't have much to say about replacing Obamacare, though. He still only has “ideas” for a better plan, and he’s not sure when he’ll have a full one. When asked about abortion pills, Tru
Did you know that many kids with deafness get cochlear implants (CIs) to help them hear and learn better? But even with these helpful devices, some kids still struggle with reading and writing. Researchers are wondering if these struggles might be a sign of a specific learning disorder. They looked
A judge recently ruled that the Naval Academy can consider race in its admissions. The goal is to boost diversity and national security. Some people might not like this, but the judge said it's important for military effectiveness. The decision doesn't stop others from challenging it in court. The
Get ready to celebrate Paul Robinson, the executive vice president and general counsel of Warner Music Group, at the upcoming 2025 Grammy Week luncheon! The Recording Academy's Entertainment Law Initiative (ELI) will be hosting this special event on January 31 at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverl
Ever wondered what's happening behind the scenes in Tanzanian medical schools? Well, academic bullying is on the rise, and it's affecting students in a big way. Globally, this issue is getting worse, with the percentage of students experiencing it going from 27% to as high as 99. 1%. But, what about
