Medline updates recall on all bed-related products as reported deaths climb
The beds, mattresses, and bed accessories were sold to durable medical equipment providers and long-term care facilities, as well as directly to customers.
The beds, mattresses, and bed accessories were sold to durable medical equipment providers and long-term care facilities, as well as directly to customers.
US to fund new research into potential PTSD treatment for veterans
The U.S. government plans to spend up to $4.9 million to help prepare for clinical trials for a psychedelic drug that could serve as a treatment for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Thursday.
The U.S. government plans to spend up to $4.9 million to help prepare for clinical trials for a psychedelic drug that could serve as a treatment for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced Thursday.
American Cancer Society updates prostate cancer screening guidelines: Here's what men should know
The American Cancer Society Thursday updated its recommendations on when and how often men should get tested for prostate cancer, the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men.
The American Cancer Society Thursday updated its recommendations on when and how often men should get tested for prostate cancer, the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men.
Health insurance open enrollment underway: How much more people are paying for coverage in 2027
Health insurance open enrollment for millions of people is underway and some consumers may feel sticker shock as they sign up for 2027 coverage, according to price analysis reports.
Health insurance open enrollment for millions of people is underway and some consumers may feel sticker shock as they sign up for 2027 coverage, according to price analysis reports.
COVID-era testing method could help identify obesity, asthma, other health conditions
Health researchers are taking a lesson from the COVID-19 pandemic and showing how it can be used to track chronic disease and health behaviors, as well as demographic and socioeconomic conditions.
Health researchers are taking a lesson from the COVID-19 pandemic and showing how it can be used to track chronic disease and health behaviors, as well as demographic and socioeconomic conditions.
GLP-1 drugs getting new labels warning of rare vision-loss condition
All GLP-1 drugs, which include popular brands like Ozempic and Wegovy, will soon carry new labels warning people taking the medications about a possible side effect that could lead to permanent vision loss.
All GLP-1 drugs, which include popular brands like Ozempic and Wegovy, will soon carry new labels warning people taking the medications about a possible side effect that could lead to permanent vision loss.
Born Primitive and Black Rifle Coffee partner to erase $35M in medical debt for veterans and first responders
Two companies founded by military veterans are joining forces to eliminate up to $35 million in medical debt for thousands of America's military veterans and first responders.
Two companies founded by military veterans are joining forces to eliminate up to $35 million in medical debt for thousands of America's military veterans and first responders.
Thousands of blood pressure medication bottles recalled nationwide after pills fail quality test
The FDA listed the reason for the recall as 'failed dissolution specifications.'
The FDA listed the reason for the recall as 'failed dissolution specifications.'
Health insurance open enrollment: 5 things to review before choosing a plan
An insurance professional outlines how to evaluate premiums, deductibles, in-network providers and HSA options.
An insurance professional outlines how to evaluate premiums, deductibles, in-network providers and HSA options.
ACA open enrollment begins Sunday, insurance premiums expected to jump
Many people looking to purchase their health insurance on the ACA marketplace face a potential double whammy of higher premiums and fewer coverage options.
Many people looking to purchase their health insurance on the ACA marketplace face a potential double whammy of higher premiums and fewer coverage options.
Weight-loss drug could help address nighttime sleep disruptions for millions
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects more than 50 million Americans, and about 80% of cases are undiagnosed.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects more than 50 million Americans, and about 80% of cases are undiagnosed.
Trump announces $275M nursing-home nurse initiative at Florida midterm rally
President Donald Trump announced on Friday a new $275 million initiative to recruit and retain nurses in nursing homes during a rally in Fort Myers, Florida, calling the effort "breaking news for the benefit of American seniors."
President Donald Trump announced on Friday a new $275 million initiative to recruit and retain nurses in nursing homes during a rally in Fort Myers, Florida, calling the effort "breaking news for the benefit of American seniors."
Medicare open enrollment: Why premiums could increase for some enrollees
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
Medicare open enrollment is under way, with several changes on tap that could raise the cost of premiums, increase out-of-pocket caps and offer fewer drug coverage options for enrollees.
DOJ pleads with Supreme Court to save ban on transgender treatments in federal prisons
The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
The Justice Department on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a Bureau of Prisons (BOP) policy banning payment for hormone treatments and social accommodations for transgender inmates.
Thyroid medication recall upgraded to FDA's highest risk level
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
A thyroid medication that was recalled last month because it’s potentially “superpotent" has been upgraded to the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level.
Trump administration halts Obamacare enrollment for 760,000, citing suspected fraud
The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.
The Trump administration is halting Obamacare enrollment for more than 760,000 people it believes were fraudulently signed up, a move Vice President JD Vance said could save taxpayers $2.2 billion.
Another hit to the wallet: Why health care price increases are expected in 2027
Health insurance premiums are set to surge next year as insurers request rate increases driven by rising prescription costs and a changing pool of policyholders.
Health insurance premiums are set to surge next year as insurers request rate increases driven by rising prescription costs and a changing pool of policyholders.
Meet Turbo Teddy: The robot dog fetching medications for St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital patients
There’s a high-tech new hire rolling through the halls of St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Tampa — and he’s unleashing a new way to fetch important medicines for kids.
There’s a high-tech new hire rolling through the halls of St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Tampa — and he’s unleashing a new way to fetch important medicines for kids.
Tampa drop-in center expands to add free healthcare, dental services for underserved community
Starting Thursday morning, a pair of local nonprofits are joining forces to offer free health and dental care to underserved Tampa residents at a local drop-in center.
Starting Thursday morning, a pair of local nonprofits are joining forces to offer free health and dental care to underserved Tampa residents at a local drop-in center.
Pig kidney functions for record 271 days inside man awaiting human transplant
Researchers say the success story of Tim Andrews shows how pig kidneys can help “bridge the gap between end-stage kidney failure and a human transplant, allowing a patient to forgo dialysis."
Researchers say the success story of Tim Andrews shows how pig kidneys can help “bridge the gap between end-stage kidney failure and a human transplant, allowing a patient to forgo dialysis."