Non-profit health plans pride themselves on putting patients before profits. Will they still be … More
Walk into any boardroom of a nonprofit, community-based health plan in America, and you will encounter smart,…
Category: 5. Health
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Scientists discover the genes that influence when babies start walking
The age at which babies take their first steps is strongly influenced by their genes, according to new research from the University of Surrey. In the first study of its kind, scientists analysed the genetic information of more than 70,000…
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Aetna Withdraws From The ACA Exchanges
In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look at Aetna’s withdrawal from the ACA exchanges, the potential for digital health consolidation, high error rates from new AI models, a radioisotope deal and more. To get it in your inbox,
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Gut Microbes Can Modify Immune Cells & Boost Arthritis
Millions of people around the world have an autoimmune disorder known as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which can cause serious joint pain, swelling, and damage, among other symptoms. The disease is thought to…
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PetMeds And Dutch Team Up For Veterinary Care And Prescriptions
PetMeds and Dutch are bringing telemedicine to pets.
PetMed Express Inc., the parent company of PetMeds and PetCareRx has entered a strategic partnership with virtual veterinary care provider Dutch to expand its provider…
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Contaminated milk from one plant in Illinois sickened thousands with Salmonella in 1985 − as outbreaks rise in the US, lessons from this one remain true
In 1985, contaminated milk in Illinois led to a Salmonella outbreak that infected hundreds of thousands of people across the United States and caused at least 12 deaths. At the time, it was the largest single outbreak of foodborne illness in…
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Measles could again become widespread as cases surge worldwide
Globally, measles is on the rise across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, South America and parts of Europe. In 2025, North and South America saw 11 times more cases than during the same period last year. In Europe, measles rates are at their…
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Medical Journals Under Scrutiny From Justice Department
Prior Editor of New England Journal of Medicine Dr. Marcia Angell holding papers while standing … More
The interim U.S. attorney for the…
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Medicaid ‘Fix’ Will Worsen 340B Crisis
“MFN reinforces the worst incentives in 340B, shifts costs to patients and employers, and threatens … More
Congressional Republicans are…
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What ‘The Pitt’ Gets Right About ER Chaos — And How To Get Safer Care
The U.S. could save an estimated $4.4 billion each year by shifting avoidable ER visits to … More
When lives hang in the balance, there’s no script. The Pitt captures the…
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