"healthcare"

Recent research has revealed a significant rise in Type 1 diabetes among older adults, with cases tripling over the past 30 years.  The number of affected seniors aged 65 and …

U.S. health authorities are warning the medical community and the public of a sharp increase in dengue fever cases around the world.  This rise is being fueled by climate change …

A recent study from Australia reveals that walking can effectively prevent the recurrence of lower back pain, providing a simple and affordable solution for millions. Mark Hancock, a professor of …

In 2023, U.S. healthcare spending reached a record $4.8 trillion as more Americans obtained insurance, outpacing the nation’s GDP growth.  This surge in spending, largely fueled by increases in Medicaid …

Despite a decline in maternal deaths linked to COVID-19, the United States continues to report the highest maternal mortality rates among high-income countries.  Recent data reveals alarming disparities that spotlight …

The state of Kansas has filed a lawsuit against pharmaceutical giant Pfizer, accusing the company of making misleading claims about the effectiveness and safety of its COVID-19 vaccine.  The suit, …

A Texas surgeon, Dr. Eithan Haim, faces indictment by the Department of Justice following his exposure of gender-affirming surgeries on minors at Texas Children’s Hospital.  His revelations to the media …

A new study has brought hope to those battling early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, revealing that intensive lifestyle modifications, including adopting a healthy diet and regular exercise, could slow cognitive decline.  The …

Nearly 70 nurses from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) protested at the VA headquarters in Washington, D.C. on Thursday against anticipated staffing cuts.  Representing 23 VA medical facilities nationwide, …

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has raised concerns that synthetic nicotine alternatives found in vapes, such as 6-methyl nicotine, could be more addictive than traditional nicotine.  These substances, …