Biden administration proposes new rules to push insurers to increase mental health coverage
The new regulations would require insurers to study whether customers have equal access to medical and mental health benefits and to take action if needed.
Cyber attack impacts Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, officials say
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital was "impacted" as part of the data attack on the Johns Hopkins Health System, a spokesperson confirmed on Monday.
Tornado damage at Pfizer plant likely to cause long-term hospital drug shortages
The damaged Pfizer factory makes nearly 25% of all sterile injectable medicines used in U.S. hospitals.
'Dr. Roxy,' plastic surgeon who livestreamed on TikTok, banned from practicing medicine in Ohio
At least one patient whose surgery was livestreamed suffered severe complications and needed intense medical care after "Dr. Roxy" operated on them.
Opill, first over-the-counter birth control pill, approved by FDA
Perrigo’s once-a-day Opill will be sold without a prescription and with no age restrictions on sales.
Preparation is key to preventing pickleball injuries
Pickleball can be lots of fun for anyone of any age or ability. But like any sport, there is the risk of injury.
FDA approves new drug to treat Alzheimer's disease
The FDA has approved Leqembi after an eighteen-month trial that improved memory loss by 27 percent.
New technology could change how kids get their eyes checked
Spot Vision Screener can pick up on risk factors for serious conditions like lazy eye.
The FDA says over 100 medications have more demand than supply
The US is seeing a 30% increase in the number of drugs currently in shortage.
USF receives $8.5 million to help public health leaders address post-pandemic challenges
The University of South Florida was awarded more than $8.5 million in grants to train the nation’s public health leaders in collaboration and leadership skills.
What's behind all of those appointment reminders?
You may get a phone call, text or email reminding you about a medical appointment. You may get all three.
Federal judge rejects Florida's transgender coverage ban
Calling the state’s policy “invidious discrimination” against transgender people, a federal judge ruled that Florida’s prohibition against Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming care such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy is unconstitutional.
Tampa family of baby with rare diagnosis heads to Capitol Hill to advocate for health care
A Tampa family is heading to Capitol Hill in hopes of inspiring legislation that improves how health care is delivered to children. To do that, they'll share about their experience with their son's rare diagnosis with lawmakers.
Woman declared dead knocks on coffin during her own wake in Ecuador
“After about five hours of the wake, the coffin started to make sounds," the woman's son said. "My mom was wrapped in sheets and hitting the coffin..."
New heart transplant method could expand donor hearts by 30%
Last year, 4,111 heart transplants were performed in the U.S., a record number but not nearly enough to meet the need.
Bay area hospitals and city leaders stress preparedness as hurricane season begins
Thursday marked the start of the 2023 Hurricane season, but local leaders say plans to get ready have been in place for months.
TGH program brings hospital to patient’s homes
To qualify for the program a patient must have Medicare or Medicare Advantage, live within 30 minutes of the hospital and either already be admitted in the hospital or be referred from the emergency department.
Veozah, a new menopause drug for hot flashes, gets FDA approval
More than 80% of women experience hot flashes during menopause, the FDA noted.
Moffitt ‘thinking outside the box’ to address nursing shortage
This week is National Nurses Week and as healthcare facilities face a growing nursing shortage, recruiters say it highlights the need to show appreciation for the hard work nurses do daily.
Babies born in Britain using DNA from 3 people
Critics warn that tweaking the genetic code this way could be a slippery slope that eventually leads to designer babies for parents