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en.antaranews.comworld3 hrs ago
CMS Proposes Site-Neutral Payments for Select Imaging Services in 2027
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a proposed outpatient payment rule on July 2 that would extend site-neutral rates to certain X-rays, CT scans and MRIs at off-campus hospital departments. The change would lower Medicare spending by about $260 million and benefi…
Forbesbusiness5 hrs ago
Universal Brain receives FDA clearance for eight-channel EEG cap that measures brain activity in five minutes
Universal Brain received FDA 510(k) clearance for its Neurotique platform, a five-minute EEG-based test for cognitive and emotional brain function. The company plans to launch the device this summer with 250 clinics and pursue pharma contracts.
New Scientistscience9 hrs ago
Four of 33 Children Survive Years After Experimental T-Cell Therapy in Early Safety Trial
New Scientist reported that four children with aggressive brain tumors survived years after receiving tumour-associated antigen T-cell therapy in a phase-I trial. Three show no evidence of disease. The approach is now advancing in two follow-on studies.
riotimesonline.comfinance14 hrs ago
President Ruto Tells Kitui Audience Development Will Reach Areas That Did Not Vote for Him
President William Ruto spoke at a Sunday service in Kitui Town on 13 July 2026, assuring that no region would be marginalized. He outlined investments in dams, housing, education and healthcare funded partly by the National Infrastructure Fund.
news.google.comworld14 hrs ago
HHS Watchdog Reports $5.56 Billion in Recoveries and Savings
The HHS Office of Inspector General recorded $5.56 billion in expected recoveries and savings for October through March while barring 1,212 individuals and companies from federal healthcare programs. Enforcement actions fell to their lowest level in at least two years.
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forbes.comscience14 hrs ago
Donor Eyes Perfused After Death; 15 of 36 Retinas Responded to Light up to 10 Hours
Researchers perfused 42 donor eyes with oxygenated solution through the ophthalmic artery. Fifteen retinas produced electrical responses to light lasting up to 10 hours, twice the previous record. Retinal structure remained intact for 24 hours.
New York Postworld1 day ago
Study Links Six Hormonal Birth Control Drugs to Higher Meningioma Risk
A Danish study of three million women found small increases in meningioma risk among users of Depo-Provera and five other hormonal contraceptives. Absolute risk remained low and declined after stopping use.
nypost.comworld1 day ago
Humanoid Robots Perform Two Gallbladder Surgeries on Live Pigs
Modified Unitree G1 robots carried out the procedures at the University of California San Diego. Results were published in Nature on July 8, 2026, with all operations remotely controlled by trained surgeons.
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realitytea.compolitics1 day ago
Polls Show Rising Disapproval of Trump Among White Non-College Voters
A CBS News-YouGov poll in May found 54 percent of white non-college voters disapproved of President Trump's job performance, up from 32 percent in February 2025. Similar surveys from NPR/PBS/Marist, Fox News, and Reuters/Ipsos recorded disapproval rates between 48 and 51 percent…
news.sky.comscience1 day ago
NICE Draft Guidance Offers Two Non-Invasive Endometriosis Tests on NHS for Three-Year Trial
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence issued draft guidance for GPs in England and Wales to offer two tests during a three-year trial. The tests aim to speed diagnosis of a condition that affects one in ten UK women. Patients and clinicians described prior delays…
prnewswire.comworld2 days ago
NHS neurology waiting list falls 20,000 since July, rises 1,000 in latest month to 7.28 million
More than 2,100 urgent neurology referrals from over a year ago remain without appointments. The total NHS backlog increased for a second month while 60.2 percent of neurology patients were seen within 18 weeks.
Newsweekworld2 days ago
Infant Diagnosed With Rare Cystinosis After Growth and Kidney Problems
James was born in December 2025 and later found to have cystinosis, a genetic disorder affecting roughly one in 200,000 children. Newsweek reported on the sequence of tests that led to the diagnosis and the treatments now required.
globalnews.capolitics2 days ago
Special mediators appointed to address B.C. nurses' contract dispute
Labour Minister Jennifer Whiteside announced Friday that veteran mediator Vince Ready and Amanda Rogers will serve as special mediators for 10 days. The appointment follows the union's expansion of picket lines and comes as contract talks remain stalled.
benzinga.comworld3 days ago
Warburg Pincus nears $7 billion deal for specialty pharmacy PANTHERx Rare
Private-equity firm Warburg Pincus is close to acquiring specialty-pharmacy company PANTHERx Rare in a transaction valued at more than $7 billion, including debt. The deal would transfer ownership of the company from its current investors.
insightsonindia.comworld3 days ago
Cuba cancer clinic reports CT scan delays from equipment shortages
Patients at Havana's primary cancer facility face multi-week waits for diagnostic imaging. The clinic's sole CT scanner is out of service, forcing transfers to another hospital with a long backlog.
world3 days ago
ACA Premiums Projected to Rise 14 Percent Median in 2027 After Enhanced Subsidies Expire
Insurers filed proposals showing a median 14 percent increase for 2027 plans. The jump follows a 20 percent median rise in 2026 after enhanced subsidies expired.
en.globes.co.ilbusiness4 days ago
State budget signed at $63 billion without new taxes or vetoes
Officials approved a $63 billion spending plan that increases outlays by 4 percent from the prior year. The measure adds new laws on school funding and sexual assault protections while leaving tax and fee rates unchanged.
en.antaranews.comai4 days ago
Survey finds 25 percent of U.S. adults use AI for medical advice due to cost
A survey of 1,250 adults shows one in four Americans consult AI chatbots for health questions because they cannot afford doctor visits. The same poll found higher rates among younger adults and lower-income respondents.
science4 days ago
Israeli Nurses Union Declares Labor Dispute Over Shortages
The union cited rising workloads, declining conditions, and staffing shortfalls that it said threaten care quality. The declaration opens a 15-day negotiation window before a strike becomes legally possible.
The Federalistpolitics4 days ago
Texas Court Allows Detransitioner Lawsuit Against Therapist to Proceed
A Texas appeals court reversed lower court rulings and permitted a lawsuit alleging negligence and fraud by a therapist who recommended surgery for a patient experiencing gender dysphoria. The decision addressed the timing of the statute of limitations for the claim.
winnipegfreepress.comscience4 days ago
Italian Region Continues Cuban Doctors Program Despite U.S. Pressure
Calabria continues to employ more than 200 Cuban medical staff in its hospitals. The program has drawn visits from U.S. officials seeking alternatives.
washingtonpost.comworld5 days ago
Berlin Court Sentences Doctor to Life in Prison for Killing 15 Patients Without Consent
A Berlin court convicted 41-year-old palliative care physician Johannes M. of murdering 15 patients by administering lethal medication without consent. The ruling included a lifetime ban from practicing medicine and a finding of serious guilt.
Nbc Newsworld5 days ago
ACA Insurers File for 14% Median Premium Increase for 2027 After Enhanced Subsidies End
KFF analysis of rate filings shows proposed hikes following a 20% median rise in 2026. Enrollment dropped by 3 million people this year amid subsidy changes.
livemint.comscience5 days ago
Earthquakes kill 3,535 in Venezuela, damage three hospitals
At least 3,535 people died and 16,700 were injured in the June 24 earthquakes. Three hospitals suffered critical damage and thousands of residents lost access to regular medical care.
forbes.compolitics5 days ago
Obamacare Premiums Projected to Rise 14 Percent in 2027 as Enrollment Falls to 19.2 Million
A KFF analysis of rate filings shows median individual-market premiums will increase 14 percent next year. The rise marks the second straight year of double-digit growth and follows a 3 million drop in enrollment.
kpbs.orgbusiness5 days ago
Health Insurers Propose 14% Median ACA Premium Increase for 2027
KFF analysis of filings from 77 insurers shows a median 14% rise in proposed premiums. The increase follows the end of enhanced tax credits and enrollment declines in 2026.
thequint.comworld5 days ago
Verdict Expected in Berlin Doctor’s Trial on Charges of Killing 15 Patients
A 41-year-old palliative care doctor from Berlin faces judgment on charges of murdering 15 patients using sedative cocktails and setting fires to hide evidence. AFP reported the details of the case.
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abcnews.go.compolitics6 days ago
Federal Restriction on Funds to Abortion Providers Lifted; Billing Resumes
Planned Parenthood and two smaller providers restarted Medicaid billing for non-abortion services on Sunday after the payments were halted for most of a year under a federal law. Some clinics closed and patient volumes fell during the cutoff, though not every service will return.
abcnews.go.comworld6 days ago
Planned Parenthood and Two Providers Resume Medicaid Billing for Non-Abortion Services
Planned Parenthood and two smaller providers reinstated Medicaid billing on Sunday after nearly a year of cuts mandated by a 2025 federal law. The change follows clinic closures and reduced services in multiple states.
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forbes.comworld6 days ago
Suntory to Acquire Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare for 246.5 Billion Yen
Suntory has started buying Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare for ¥246.5 billion. The Japanese beverage company will take full ownership in about three years to expand into over-the-counter drugs and self-care products.
abcnews.go.compolitics7 days ago
Planned Parenthood Resumes Medicaid Billing for Non-Abortion Services After Federal Cutoff
Planned Parenthood and two smaller providers restarted Medicaid billing for non-abortion care on July 5 following a funding cutoff required by a 2025 federal law. The interruption produced nearly 30 clinic closures and measurable drops in contraceptive and cancer screening servic…
winnipegfreepress.comscience7 days ago
ACA Marketplace Enrollment Fell 2.6 Million After Enhanced Subsidies Ended, Though One State Saw Gains
Federal data released in late June shows enrollment in Affordable Care Act plans fell in every state except New Mexico. The decline followed the January 1 expiration of enhanced federal premium subsidies.
vox.comscience6 days agoUpdated
Planned Parenthood Affiliates Resume Medicaid Billing for Non-Abortion Services
Clinics affiliated with Planned Parenthood and two smaller providers began billing Medicaid again on July 5 for non-abortion services after a one-year federal restriction lapsed. The restored access returns a revenue stream that previously exceeded $800 million annually for Plann…
nbcnews.compolitics7 days ago
Medicaid Reimbursements to Planned Parenthood Resume July 5 After One-Year Pause
Federal payments for non-abortion services restarted following the expiration of a pause enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The Washington Examiner reported the change and related funding shifts at Planned Parenthood affiliates.
theconversation.compolitics7 days ago
Report Details Over 500 Joint Ventures Between Private Equity and Nonprofit Healthcare Providers
A watchdog group documented more than 500 joint ventures between private equity firms and nonprofit healthcare providers. The report calls for increased government oversight of these arrangements.
The Japan Timesworld7 days ago
Kenporen Official Urges Stakeholder Talks on Japan's Medical Insurance Reform
Takashi Yonekawa, deputy head of the National Federation of Health Insurance Societies, called for broad discussions on reforming the public medical insurance system. The remarks followed a January survey showing divided views on medical costs for older people.
arstechnica.comai7 days ago
Consumer AI models scored higher than specialized tools on medical knowledge test questions
A June 12 study in Nature Medicine found three general-purpose AI systems scored higher than two physician-focused tools on 100 medical questions. Gemini led with 97.4 percent, followed by ChatGPT at 94.2 percent.
Al Jazeeraworld7 days ago
Sudan Reopens 15 Maternity Wards in Khartoum as Births Rise
Hospitals across the capital now record about 7,000 deliveries a month after the Khartoum State Ministry of Health repaired and reopened 15 wards. Mothers from distant states travel long distances to reach the facilities despite medicine shortages and high costs.
kxan.combusiness8 days ago
Texas Healthcare Worker on Track for $330,000 While Managing Two Jobs and New Employer Rules
A medical professional using the pseudonym Daniel has adapted to return-to-office rules and time tracking while maintaining two full-time roles. His annual earnings have risen from about $280,000 last year to roughly $330,000. Business Insider reported the update in a follow-up i…
arstechnica.comai8 days ago
NHS to Test AI App Tool That Directs Patients to GP, Pharmacy or Self-Care
NHS England will introduce an AI triage tool on its app to direct patients to appropriate services. The system will expand to all users by April 2028 as part of a £10bn technology investment. Trials showed reduced phone queues and more patient interaction time for staff.
propublica.orgworld10 days ago
Wisconsin Christian Counselors Sue Over State Therapy Rule
Christian counselors filed suit in May challenging a Wisconsin administrative rule that restricts certain therapies for minors questioning their biological sex. The suit argues the rule conflicts with a March Supreme Court ruling that struck down a similar Colorado law on First A…
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comicbook.comscience10 days ago
Germany to Require Doctor's Note on First Day of Illness
The coalition government announced changes to sick-leave rules that will require workers to obtain a doctor's note on the first day of illness. The measure ends a pandemic-era policy allowing phone certificates and applies to all employers.
680news.comworld10 days ago
Oregon Hospital Renews Contract with Local ER Doctors Group Before Court Ruling
A hospital system dropped plans to replace Eugene Emergency Physicians with ApolloMD after the local group challenged the move under Oregon's 2025 corporate practice of medicine law. The case ended without a court ruling when the hospital renewed its agreement with the independen…
newrepublic.comworld10 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Authority to End Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals
The U.S. Supreme Court on June 25 issued a 6-3 decision permitting the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals. The ruling also extends to Syrian nationals and affects work authorizations for roughly 330,000 Haitians set to expire July 10.
news.sky.comscience10 days ago
England osteoporosis diagnosis rate flatlines as rollout of fracture clinics lags
The Royal Osteoporosis Society reported that Fracture Liaison Services identified 79,553 patients in England in 2025, up from 77,136 the previous year. The charity said the current pace would take 38 years to reach the target of 264,000 identifications annually.
Nbc Newsworld10 days ago
Aid Worker Says Venezuelan Health System Strained After Twin Earthquakes
An aid worker stated that thousands of people need medical attention following last week's twin earthquakes in Venezuela. The country's healthcare system was already under pressure before the disaster occurred.
nbcnews.comtechnology11 days ago
U.S. Freezes Funding for New York Medicaid Fraud Unit Over Low Conviction Numbers
The Trump administration on June 30, 2026, suspended federal funding for New York’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit through at least September 30. Officials cited insufficient criminal convictions in fraud cases. New York Attorney General Letitia James said her office recovered over…
middleeasteye.networld11 days ago
UK Jewish Groups Launch £1.5 Million Project on Health Sector Inequalities
Two British Jewish organizations have started a five-year initiative to examine health inequalities linked to structural antisemitism. The project will partner with health providers to improve understanding of Jewish patients' needs.
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deadline.combusiness11 days ago
Cuba reports lower child cancer survival rate
A government report released in June showed the survival rate for children with cancer fell to 65 percent from 85 percent after energy restrictions began in January. Hospitals face shortages of fuel, spare parts, and medical supplies that have disrupted cancer care and other serv…
news.google.comworld11 days ago
Venezuela healthcare system strained after twin earthquakes
Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela one week ago, killing more than 2,000 people and injuring at least 11,000. The country's healthcare system now faces severe strain as medical workers continue treating the injured.
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theconversation.comworld11 days ago
UK Health Sector Project Targets Antisemitism and Inequalities
A five-year project valued at £1.5 million began in the UK to examine structural antisemitism and related inequalities affecting the Jewish community in health services. The initiative focuses on identifying and addressing systemic barriers within the sector.
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theconversation.comfinance11 days ago
Study: Statins and blood pressure drugs close heart-risk gaps for obese adults over 40 but younger adults still show higher readings
GB News reported that a Lancet study of nearly one million adults found medication use has closed cardiovascular gaps between obese and normal-weight people aged 40 and older. Younger adults with obesity still show higher risks.
abcnews.go.comworld11 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Authority to End Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians
The ruling affects more than 330,000 Haitians and 4,000 Syrians. Employment authorization documents for recipients will expire July 10.
propublica.orgworld11 days agoUpdated
Federal Authorities Investigate Possible Fraud at New York Medicaid Daycare Centers Amid 390% Rise in Billed Seniors
Federal authorities are examining potential fraudulent activity at some Medicaid-funded social adult daycare centers in New York state. A data analysis showed billings in Flushing, Queens, rose sharply while the eligible senior population grew modestly.
world11 days ago
Venezuelan doctors report medical shortages after twin earthquakes
Doctors in Venezuela said Wednesday they fear untreated injuries and overwhelmed hospitals will widen a medical crisis following two major earthquakes. The statement comes as rescue teams continue search operations in affected areas.
forbes.comworld11 days ago
Candida auris cases in the U.S. rose to 6,197 in 2024
Federal data show clinical cases of the drug-resistant fungus increased by 3,315 between 2022 and 2024. Screening detections nearly doubled over the same period.
channel4.compolitics12 days ago
Report on NHS maternity services recommends appointment of commissioner
An independent review of maternity care shortcomings in the National Health Service calls for a dedicated commissioner. Bereaved families say the step falls short of their demands for a statutory public inquiry.
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washingtonpost.compolitics13 days ago
New Jersey Court Sentences Nurse Practitioner and Husband to Prison for $136 Million Medicare Fraud
Jean Wilson, 54, received the sentence Tuesday in U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey after pleading guilty to wire fraud and healthcare fraud conspiracy. The scheme involved two telehealth companies she owned that submitted fraudulent claims for unneeded orthotic…
Washington Monthlypolitics13 days ago
Obamacare Plans Drop by Nearly 3 Million in First Two Months of 2026
Enrollment on the exchanges fell 13 percent from 2025 levels. The Associated Press reported the decline on Friday.
theconservativetreehouse.comscience13 days ago
Trump Administration Sets $245 Monthly Price for GLP-1 Drugs in Medicare and Medicaid with $50 Copay Requirement
The November agreement with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk covered obesity indications previously excluded from Medicare. Coverage required private Medicare insurers to offer the drugs at a $50 copay.