Key Takeaways
• Federal leaders cut the routine vaccine schedule from 17 to 11 diseases
• Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy led the change after a presidential directive
• Experts warn the...
Painful Revelation Amid Health Crisis
In December, Tieqiao Zhang, 50, experienced extreme stomach pain. Chalking it up to food poisoning at first, a persistent ache the following day convinced him that the cause might be more serious. Not wanting to wait for an appointment with his family doctor and uncertain...
Latinos Take Worrying Lead in New HIV Infections
Although HIV infection rates are dropping overall in the U.S., Latinos are not seeing the same degree of reduction. Over the past ten years, new infections have decreased by about 23%, but a recent study shows the rate among Latinos has not...
In an ironic twist in health insurance, individuals are receiving shocking medical bills even for out-of-network care, thanks to behind-the-scenes maneuvers by obscure data firms like MultiPlan. This practice is leaving many patients with spiraling healthcare costs, as some out-of-pocket payments end up not reckoned towards deductibles and insurance...
Key Takeaways:
- Jasmine Roth, a well-known builder and designer on HGTV, shares her experience with mental illness.
- Her family has strongly been affected by several mental health issues.
- Roth believes in the power of setting boundaries and prioritizing her family's wellbeing.
- Fans and followers openly express their support and...
In a special episode of 'What the Health?' during the Aspen Ideas: Health festival, leading correspondents and health policy experts got together to decode how this election season might impact the American health policies in the coming years.
Decoding Presidential Elections And Health Policies
Chief Washington correspondent of KFF Health News,...
New Measures for Safer Online Experience
Gov. Hochul illustrates the growing concern for kids' safety on social media. On Thursday, she signed two new bills into law in an attempt to reduce the negative impacts of social media on the children of New York.
The legislation targets reputedly "addictive" algorithmic feeds...
Temperatures Soar, Migraines Spike
Imagine a sunny, hot summer day about to be ruined by a throbbing headache. According to new research from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, an increase in global temperatures may impact migraine patients negatively. With Earth experiencing record-breaking heat in the last year, this...
The recent outbreak of bird flu on US dairy farms has raised considerable concerns due to the slow pace of testing across the nation. Roughly three months have transpired since the US government announced the outbreak, attracting concerns from the World Health Organization due to the virus's pandemic potential....
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- HGTV star Jenny Marrs shares an update on her adopted lamb Tommy's health conditions.
- Baby lamb Tommy was born weak due to nutrient deficiencies and developed an infection.
- The TV host first introduced Tommy in May after his mother's milk supply depleted.
- The Marrs family has an...
Key Takeaways:
- Rookie Angel Reese's recent interview raised concerns over her mental state.
- Reese dismissed some questions and responded to others with one- or two-word answers.
- The Chicago Sky head coach, Teresa Weatherspoon, expressed her support for Reese.
- Reese has been facing hostility due to a controversial incident involving...
Introduction
The KFF health News Minute has regularly kept us informed on various health-impacting issues ranging from diseases, healthcare policies, medical research, and emerging health trends. Let's review their coverage from February to June.
Impacts of Bird Flu on Vaccine Production
On June 13, it was shared that the virus bird flu...
The medical research sector has long overlooked women, leaving doctors with an insufficient understanding of how to manage their health. Older women, in particular, have been adversely affected by this lacuna of information. However, in an attempt to address this problem, the Biden administration launched the White House Initiative...
A Gathering of Veterans Unveils VA's Unique Approach to Mental Health
When 77-year-old George McCune makes his way to the Veterans Affairs (VA) campus in North Hills from his home in Northridge, he's not gearing up for a typical healthcare appointment. Instead, he's headed to meet his fellow veterans, aging...
Advancements in the field of gene editing provide a ray of hope for patients battling genetic diseases. Two key researchers brought about a breakthrough in these supposedly life-changing tools in 2020. Despite the high expectations, gene editing showed limited success in combating diseases until now.
Understanding Target-Specific Challenges
The application of...
Gayle King Reassures Oprah's Fans about her Health
Fans of the legendary talk show host, Oprah Winfrey, can now breathe a sigh of relief. CBS Mornings host Gayle King went on record on her SiriusXM program "Gayle King in the House" to allay concerns about Winfrey's health. she stated quite...
Juul Labs Comes to Settlement
Juul Labs, a known seller of vape pens, will fork up $27 million to New York City. This action is part of their court deal from April 2023, where they agreed to pay out a total of $462 million for multiple legal cases. The announcement...
Introducing the KFF Health News Minute
Health can be a tricky subject to keep up with, especially with continuous updates and discoveries. Luckily, the KFF Health News Minute has you covered every Thursday on CBS News Radio. Whether it's about the fresh developments in the medical field or discussions about...
Introduction
When Governor Hochul took office, she declared herself New York's first mom governor. Her recent focus will surely resonate with women across the state: maternal health. In a bid to lower infant and maternal mortality rates, Hochul has unveiled a three-part scheme. The goal is to alleviate the fears...
Corporate Influence on Scientific Research Noteworthy
In our contemporary scientific society, trust in science seems to be wavering. Overreliance on the term "science" appears to be a phenomenon increasingly exploited for political and other self-gain purposes, making it necessary to separate fact from speculative science. To add to this, the...
On Wednesday, celebrated British journalist, broadcaster and advocate of the renowned 5:2 diet, Dr. Michael Mosley, was reported missing on the Greek island of Symi. Feared lost during a daytime walk, authorities have embarked on an intensified search for the intermittent fasting exponent.
Renowned Health Expert Goes Missing
Dr. Mosley, a...
