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California Proposition 40: What the billionaire wealth tax is about
California voters are weighing a massive new one-time wealth tax on billionaires to solve a looming healthcare funding crisis.
NHS winter crisis: Health Secretary announces funding boost
After a record-breaking summer of A&E visits, officials are bracing for a tough season ahead with new urgent care support.
Northern Ireland doctors set for strikes over budget delays
Hospital staff are walking out in November after missing out on a pay raise that colleagues across the UK have already received.
Great Ormond Street Hospital uses genetic testing to save sick children
A new metagenomic test is changing the game by identifying hidden, drug-resistant infections in record time.
Weight-loss drug ingredients found in Chinese factories with bug, mold issues
FDA inspectors flagged major sanitation failures at facilities supplying black-market GLP-1 drug components.
Synetal Solutions accused of charging thousands for fake job guarantees
A career training firm is under fire for allegedly charging users up to £5,500 for healthcare jobs and visa sponsorships that never materialized.
Northern Ireland doctors set to strike as pay dispute hits breaking point
Medical staff are staging back-to-back walkouts this November as they push for fair wages and better conditions.
Altnagelvin Hospital: No funding for new emergency department
Northern Ireland's health minister confirms plans for a much-needed facility upgrade are on hold due to a major budget gap.
Texas mom's stolen medication replaced after theft at state fair
A stranger stepped up to cover the cost of life-saving seizure meds for a 3-year-old boy after his mom was robbed at the State Fair of Texas.
Victoria abortion access: State set for free care under both parties
Both Labor and the Coalition are backing free abortion services in Victoria, taking the issue off the table before the November election.
Wales health system under fire after fatal eye cancer diagnosis delay
A coroner's report warns that thousands are at risk after a 70-year-old man died because his follow-up appointment was never scheduled.
CVS to pay $315 million for allegedly fueling opioid crisis
The pharmacy giant settled a DOJ lawsuit claiming it ignored red flags to push addictive painkillers for profit.
Walmart expands employee healthcare benefits for 2027
The retail giant is covering over 250 prescriptions at zero cost, including specific diabetes meds and inhalers, but weight-loss drugs remain off the table.
Donald Trump: New ACA enrollee cuts spark election strategy debate
The administration is cutting over 750,000 people from ACA marketplaces as midterm anxieties rise.
UnitedHealth stock surges as profit outlook gets a major upgrade
The healthcare giant is using AI and a shift in care strategies to offset rising medical costs and beat Wall Street estimates.
Dr. Allison Gardner: The MP fighting for chronic UTI recognition
Labour MP Dr. Allison Gardner is leading a charge in Parliament to finally get chronic UTIs the medical recognition they deserve.
Endometriosis care in Wales is struggling and patients are paying the price
Patients are waking up from surgery to find their procedures weren't even performed due to staffing and resource gaps in the Welsh healthcare system.
Boots sold: What the £7bn deal means for your wallet and shopping habits
The high street staple has a new owner, and we're breaking down how the massive acquisition could change your points, store experience, and healthcare access.
NHS England faces 'ominous' winter pressure as wait times spike
Hospital waiting lists are growing again, and experts warn the health system is already feeling the burn before winter even hits.
FDA continues safety review of abortion pill mifepristone until 2027
The agency says a final report on the medication's safety is expected by March, keeping the status of the common abortion drug in limbo.
Poppy's Promise: Parents turn their NHS tragedy into a mission for empathy
After losing their daughter due to systemic failures, one couple is partnering with their hospital to ensure no one else experiences the same heartbreak.
Canada indefinitely pauses assisted dying for mental illness
The government is stepping back from expanding its MAID program, citing a lack of medical consensus on how to handle mental health conditions.
NHS mental health trusts under investigation over camera monitoring consent
Ten mental health trusts are in the spotlight for failing to get proper patient consent before using infrared monitoring technology in bedrooms.
Kalshi drops $3M on NYC healthcare despite ongoing lawsuit
The prediction market is funding Housing Works' biggest gift ever while battling Gov. Hochul in court over its business model.
Obamacare crackdown: Trump admin deletes 750k 'phantom' accounts
CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz says the massive fraud purge aims to stop brokers from lying about non-existent recipients to score taxpayer cash.
Medicare for All: Why the debate is heating up before midterms
The party is split on whether universal healthcare is the way forward or a political liability.
Healthcare facilities fail surprise pandemic preparedness test
A new study shows 40% of clinics and ERs couldn't properly isolate a patient showing clear signs of a potential bird flu outbreak.
Royal College of Nursing ends partnership with drug giant Teva UK
The nursing union dropped the pharmaceutical company as a commercial partner following pressure regarding the firm's military ties and legal track record.
Newham Mental Health Centre: Coroner warns of more deaths after fatal attack
After a patient was strangled by another in 2023, a coroner has called out the trust for systemic neglect and staff dishonesty.
India: Why a remote tribal region is seeing a surge in child deaths
A heartbreaking outbreak in India's Balaghat district is raising questions about healthcare access, traditional beliefs, and systemic poverty.
Trump mails $500 checks to 950,000 Obamacare users
President Trump is sending out half a billion dollars in rebates to healthcare enrollees, but your eligibility depends on where you live.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims AI will replace medical expertise
The Health Secretary says AI will help Americans bypass doctors, even as the tech confirms the very expert advice he claims it will disprove.
Breast reduction surgery: Why the wait is a major L for patients
For many, getting a medically necessary breast reduction through the NHS feels like a losing battle, and the cost of going private is highkey daunting.
NHS hospitals facing critical shortages of common, daily medications
Major pain relievers and blood pressure tablets are in short supply across English trusts, leaving medical experts concerned about patient care.
AI in healthcare is hitting your wallet
Insurers say AI-driven medical coding is boosting healthcare spending without actually improving your care.
LA County sales tax: What to know about the Measure ER hike
A new half-cent sales tax kicks in next week to save healthcare funding, but not everyone is hyped about the added cost.
NHS crackdown: Staff face suspension for snooping on patient records
The health service is implementing a zero-tolerance policy against staff who access private medical files without a valid clinical reason.
NHS autism and ADHD assessments now face a two-year wait
A surge in awareness and demand has pushed the health service to its breaking point, leaving nearly 1.3 million people in limbo.
Eli Lilly's once-weekly insulin Onswik gets FDA green light
The new weekly injection is officially replacing the daily grind for type 2 diabetes patients, cutting down on hundreds of pokes per year.
Neko Health SoHo: Testing the $499 'Severance' scan for your heart
Is this high-tech basement health scan a total gimmick or a legit way to catch medical issues your doctor missed? We broke down the numbers.
NYU Langone Health claims top hospital spot for the fifth year straight
The Manhattan-based medical center just pulled off a historic five-peat in the latest Vizient quality rankings.
Parents file lawsuit after hospital allegedly forced them to transport dead child
A Seattle family claims they were left with no choice but to drive their deceased nine-month-old son four hours home after staff refused to help.