healthcare

Legislators in California are presently debating a proposal to increase the minimum wage for healthcare employees to $25 per hour.  Senate Bill 525, which has garnered support in the state legislature, is anticipated to be voted on in…

A counsel for the US Chamber of Commerce has asked a federal magistrate to halt the implementation of President Joe Biden's program, which permits Medicare to negotiate drug prices for certain high-cost medications.  The attorney,…

In a recent development, Nevada will rectify a significant administrative error that resulted in the loss of Medicaid coverage for approximately 130,000 people, most of whom were children.  The revelation came to light during a meeting…

The average 65-year-old retiring today could expect to spend $157,500 on healthcare costs throughout their retirement, even with Medicare coverage, according to a study by Fidelity Investments. For married couples, that rate increases to…

In a significant law enforcement action, the US Justice Department has announced federal and local criminal charges against 78 defendants across 16 states.  The charges are part of a massive healthcare fraud scheme, totaling $2.5…

At least 20 states, including Missouri, Florida, and Texas, only provide a small portion of transgender adolescents with gender-affirming medical care.  These three states are also among those that forbid Medicaid, the…

According to Fidelity Investments' 22nd annual Retiree Health Care Cost Estimate, a 65-year-old retiring this year may plan to spend an average of $157,500 on healthcare and medical expenses during the course of retirement. Health care…

Discoveries made through space medicine that are published in journals or receive prestigious awards. It hardly ever get to witness the sweat, blood, and tears that go into the work. A Journalist's Adventure in the space Medicine This…