Allina Health acquisition by California’s Sutter raises union concerns over contracts, pensions
Healthcare unions representing thousands of Allina Health workers say they have concerns about contracts and pension plans after…
Her 4-year-old son had successful heart surgery. A few months later, he suddenly died
If you didn’t know what happened to Jordan, you might think he still lives in this house. In…
Florida hospital files a lawsuit against a patient they say hasn’t left her hospital room in 5 months
The patient in Room 373 refuses to leave. Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare, earlier this month, sued the patient, saying…
Social Security will cut benefits if Congress fails to act (Opinion)
Campaign season is once again in full swing, with countless political ads blanketing the airwaves on any number…
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
One-third of Americans are cutting back on everyday living expenses — even skipping meals — and stretching their…
RFK Jr., flu shots, dementia, Elf Bar: Morning Rounds
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Measles exposure at Arvada sports bar linked to Broomfield outbreak
People who visited an Arvada sports bar on Tuesday night should watch for measles symptoms and get the…
Nurse practitioners are everywhere now. What does NP really stand for and should you see one?
Have you ever caught yourself squinting at the acronyms next to your health care provider’s name? MD, DO,…
A clinical environment simulator for dynamic AI evaluation
Goh, E. et al. Large language model influence on diagnostic reasoning: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Netw. Open…
Young Aussies warned of ‘costly mistake’ as older generation drives incredible $9.4 billion health trend
An ageing population is helping push the cost of healthcare ever higher. (Source: David Koch/Facebook) First-class facilities, caring…
Orange County pushes, again, to cut ties with mental health nonprofit, Mind OC – Orange County Register
Orange County is renewing its effort to sever ties with a mental health nonprofit, Mind OC, saying in…
High medical debt leads to significant delays in routine and preventive care
Medical debt is associated with deferred dental care, medical care, and mental health care, even among people with…