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Shake-out for US health insurers looms as government boom ends

Long term, the trends remain in insurers’ favour but there are volatile times ahead

World - Financial Times - October 22

How losing your sense of smell affects breathing patterns and mental health

Losing or not having your sense of smell may be linked to changes in breathing that could lead to depression, social isolation or other mental health problems, a new study suggests.

Dangerous levels of lead in Syracuse water threaten health crisis

Syracuse, New York, is facing a crisis over high levels of lead in its water, the Natural Resources Defense Council said. CBS News' Lilia Luciano spoke to residents about the dangerous exposure.

DeSantis’s latest abortion move crosses another red line of public health

Putting the department in a position to actively block opposition to an abortion rights ballot amendment by having it issue cease and desist letters to media outlets running pro-choice ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Gambling poses huge global threat to public health, experts warn

Lancet commission calls for gambling to be treated in same way as alcohol and tobacco after technology widens reach. Gambling poses a growing worldwide threat to public health, with its rapid ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

Online gambling rise poses significant public health threat: Commission

The worldwide rise of online gambling poses a significant public health threat, according to a report released Thursday. The report, which was published in the Lancet Public Health journal, found ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Harris will fight to protect health care for more than 4 million Hispanics

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico is endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for president, citing her record of fighting for affordable health care and her plans to protect Hispanic ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Iran’s imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate hospitalized with severe health issues

Activists say Iranian authorities have allowed imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi to be hospitalized after almost nine weeks of feeling sick

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

A colorful kite festival in South Africa raises awareness for mental health

Enthusiasts have flown kites of all kinds at an annual festival in South Africa that raises awareness for mental health

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

How Taxpayers Are Helping Health Insurers Make Even Bigger Profits

Local governments often face extra fees when employees get out-of-network medical care, but some don’t track the insurance charges or even know about them.

Business - The New York Times - 2 days ago

In Western North Carolina, Helene’s Devastation Is Threatening Health Care Access

Dozens of volunteer doctors, nurses and psychologists traveled to the region to treat people whose routines, including medical appointments, were disrupted by the storm.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Gaza Health Ministry: Palestinian death toll rises above 43,000

World - Yahoo News - 2 days ago

U-M QB Tuttle retires: Need to prioritize health

Michigan quarterback Jack Tuttle announced Monday that he is medically retiring from football, pointing to lingering arm issues after offseason surgery and the fifth concussion of his career.

Sports - ESPN - Yesterday

Attack on a health center used in an anti-polio campaign in Pakistan kills 2 police officers

Pakistani officials say militants attacked a health center used in an ongoing anti-polio campaign in the country's northwest, triggering a shootout that left two police officers dead

Health - ABC News - Yesterday

Attack on health center used in anti-polio campaign in Pakistan kills police officer

Pakistani officials say militants attacked a health center used in an ongoing anti-polio campaign in the country's northwest, triggering a shootout that left two police officers dead

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Oracle announces new AI-powered electronic health record

Oracle on Tuesday announced a brand-new electronic health record that features fresh cloud and artificial intelligence capabilities.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

McDonald's 2024 combo: Inflation, a health crisis and a side of politics

Life under the Golden Arches hasn’t been easy this year.

Johnson believes 'massive reform' is coming to health care if Trump wins election

In video obtained by NBC News, Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., was asked about plans to address health care reform and the Affordable Care Act if former President Trump wins the 2024 election. Johnson ...

Israeli strike kills dozens in Gaza, says Hamas-run Health Ministry

The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry said dozens of Palestinians were killed or missing after an Israeli airstrike hit a building where displaced families were sheltering Tuesday. CBS News senior ...

How Trump and Harris' health care stances and policy plans compare

A look at Kamala Harris and Donald Trump's stances on health care and what they've said about health care policy going into 2024 presidential election.

Does Kamala Harris Back Free Health Care for Illegal Immigrants?

Donald Trump and other Republicans have said repeatedly that she does. Her history on the issue is complicated.

Health - The New York Times - 10 hours ago

RFK Jr. says Trump promised him 'control' of public health agencies

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Monday that former President Trump has promised him “control” of public health agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Department of ...

Politics - The Hill - 9 hours ago

Abortion-related ads in Nebraska prompt tension between health department and doctors

Two abortion measures are on the Nebraska ballot. Its health department issued an alert suggesting that ads about Nebraska's abortion law had created “confusion.”

Politics - NBC News - 4 hours ago

Trump or Harris? Here are the 2024 stakes for airlines, banks, EVs, health care and more

With the U.S. election less than a month away, the country and its corporations are staring down two drastically different options.

Retirees can shop for health-care coverage during Medicare open enrollment. It's a great time to review costs, experts say

From Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, Medicare enrollees have the ability to switch plans for 2025. Here's what changes experts say to watch for next year.

Business - CNBC - October 14

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