The first hint of a problem came through a quick message. Last December, a sister in Houston reached out to her sibling in Washington. Their 78-year-old father had taken a wrong turn while driving to a medical check-up. The sister hesitated to call him, knowing he would be upset about being tracked.
Hungary has been checking newborns for serious health issues for 50 years now. This started with tests for two rare conditions: phenylketonuria and galactosemia. Later, they added a test for congenital hypothyroidism 40 years ago. Today, they test for 27 different disorders, plus an optional test fo
The COVID-19 pandemic took a toll on everyone, but it hit healthcare workers especially hard. Surgeons in training, known as residents, faced unique challenges that made their jobs even tougher. A recent study dug into their experiences and found some eye-opening stuff. First off, these residents h
Maine's small business owners are in a tough spot. They're worried about a big jump in health insurance costs. This could happen if certain tax credits from the Affordable Care Act (ACA) stop. These credits help keep premiums affordable. Without them, many families could face huge bills. Take Ossia
In the world of healthcare, there's a big focus on treating the body, but what about the soul? Spirituality plays a huge role in overall well-being, especially for those dealing with long-term illnesses. Yet, it's often overlooked in regular medical check-ups, particularly for minority groups like A
Big changes are happening in the world of business. UnitedHealth Group, a major health insurer, has welcomed Dr. Scott Gottlieb to its board. He's not just any doctor; he used to be the head of the FDA and has worked with big health organizations. This move shows UnitedHealth is bringing in top tale
Parents of children with inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) face a heavy financial and emotional toll. This burden comes from both direct and indirect costs. Direct costs include medical bills, special diets, and travel expenses. Indirect costs include lost wages due to missed work. The study looked
In the world of healthcare, lab tests are crucial. They help doctors figure out what's wrong and how to treat it. But what if the test results are wrong? That's a big problem. Most mistakes happen before the test even starts. This is called the pre-analytical phase. It's like setting up a recipe wro
People with type 2 diabetes often struggle to manage their blood sugar levels. But what if technology could lend a hand? A recent study explored this idea by testing two tools: continuous glucose monitors (CGM) and exercise trackers like Fitbit. The goal was to see if using these devices together co
Alaska's small business owners are in a tough spot. Health insurance costs are going up a lot. This is because special help from the government, called premium tax credits, is ending soon. Without this help, many small businesses might struggle to stay open. Some business owners, like Brie Loidolt,
