CVS Health Corp. has recently shared some promising news about its financial future. The company has increased its profit expectations for the full year and has even given a sneak peek into its earnings for 2026. This is a positive sign for CVS as it faces challenges in the retail sector and deals w
In many parts of the world, mothers in hospitals are not treated with kindness and respect. This is especially true for women who are poor, from minority groups, or have less education. The World Health Organization says every mother should be treated with dignity. But in reality, not all women get
When a heart attack happens outside a hospital, it's a race against time. Doctors often face a tough challenge: making split-second decisions with limited information. This is where point-of-care blood gas analysis comes in. This handy tool provides rapid insights into a patient's condition, such as
Delaware, Ohio, might seem like a dream retirement spot with its cozy small-town vibe and easy access to Columbus. But before packing your bags, consider this: living here won't come cheap. The median home price in Delaware County is a whopping $419, 500, which is way higher than Ohio's average. Why
The Senate is in a tough spot. Republicans and Democrats are at odds over health care subsidies. Republicans want to let COVID-era subsidies expire and replace them with health savings accounts. Democrats want to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits for three more years. Neither side has enoug
Multnomah County is facing a tough situation with its behavioral health services. Up to 21 full-time jobs might be cut, and 17 more are in danger for the next fiscal year. This is because of a big drop in funding from CareOregon, the state's largest Medicaid provider. The county's board will decide
The U. S. is seeing a stark contrast in abortion laws across different states. Recently, North Dakota brought back a near-total ban on abortions. Texas passed a law that lets private citizens take legal action against doctors from other states who send abortion pills into Texas. On the other hand, C
The FDA has decided to postpone a safety review of the abortion drug mifepristone until after the midterm elections. This delay was requested by FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, despite earlier claims that the review was actively underway. The Health and Human Services Department has stated that their
In recent times, a shift has been noticed. More people in cities are trying out traditional Indian medicine, known as AYUSH. This is interesting because, in the past, it was mostly rural areas that used these treatments. The Indian government has been pushing for AYUSH, which might explain why more
Healthcare costs are a big worry for many Americans. Some lawmakers want to give people money to help with these costs. Two senators, Bill Cassidy and Mike Crapo, have a plan. They want to give Americans between $1, 000 and $1, 500. This money would go into special savings accounts for healthcare. T
