Health care costs are on the rise, and employers are feeling the pinch. With 154 million people under 65 relying on employer-sponsored health insurance, the financial strain is significant. Recent data shows that the average annual premiums for single coverage have reached $9, 325, while family cove
In the ongoing government shutdown, health care has become a major sticking point. Democrats are pushing for an extension of health insurance subsidies, arguing that this is what the majority of Americans want. However, this issue is far from simple, and finding a compromise won't be easy or quick.
The government shutdown is now in its fifth day, and things are getting tense. The White House is warning that if talks don't go anywhere, federal workers might start losing their jobs. Kevin Hassett, who works for the National Economic Council, said on CNN that everyone is hoping for a breakthrough
A recent hearing brought attention to the ongoing debate about vaccine policies in the U. S. Senator John Barrasso, a doctor from Wyoming, expressed his concerns about the direction of vaccine policy under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Barrasso pointed out that vaccines have saved millions
Employers are bracing for a significant hike in health care costs next year, with a median increase of 9 percent expected. This trend is largely driven by the rising use of GLP-1 drugs for obesity and diabetes, as well as the increasing prevalence and cost of cancer treatments. The survey, which inc
A recent decision by a federal judge in Boston has made waves in the healthcare world. The judge has expanded a block on a part of a law that aimed to cut off federal funding for Planned Parenthood. This law was part of a larger domestic policy bill signed by former President Donald Trump. The judg
Patients are using text messages more after leaving the hospital. This is a big change in how they talk to doctors and nurses. Not all patients text the same way. Some send lots of messages. Others send just a few. This shows that each patient has their own style. Texting can help patients feel bet
In the Philippines, a big push for better healthcare access led to a test run of digital health records in local clinics. From 2020 to 2022, two different electronic health record (EHR) systems were tried out in various places. These ranged from busy city clinics to quiet rural health centers and ev
Democrats are making a bold move to challenge President Donald Trump's new tax and spending law. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is leading the charge, heading to Louisiana for a town hall meeting. This isn't just any state—it's home to two key Republican leaders, Speaker Mike Johnson and Majo
The Supreme Court has made a big change that affects women's health care. Now, states can stop Planned Parenthood from getting money through Medicaid because it provides abortions. This is a problem because many women rely on Medicaid for important health services like birth control and pregnancy te
