Health and Wellness
Why Is It So Hard To Get Opioid Refills? A Neurosurgeon Explains
Accessing opioid medications for legitimate pain management in the United States has become increasingly difficult, even for patients recovering from invasive spine surgery. The stigma associated with opioid medication, along…
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For UnitedHealth’s Optum, It’s ‘Back To Basics’ With Smaller Footprint
UnitedHealth Group’s Optum health services business is undergoing a significant turnaround, which includes exiting certain markets and terminating contracts with…
Did The Trump Administration’s Medicare Proposal Cause UnitedHealth Stock To Drop 20%?
Medicare Advantage, also known as Medicare Part C, is a program run by private insurance companies that offers a private-sector…
South Carolina measles outbreak surpasses Texas’ 2025 total
The South Carolina measles outbreak has surged past the number of cases reported during Texas' 2025 outbreak, with nearly 600…
New Sugar Substitute Is Safe And Sweet
Sugar substitutes have long been a popular option for those looking to cut down on their sugar intake. However, many…
STAT+: HHS spending bill caught up in ICE debate
The winter storm is not only wreaking havoc on the streets but also on the health care system. As the…
Syphilis, Alex Pretti, Minneapolis health system: Morning Rounds
Health care workers in Minnesota gathered at a vigil to honor Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was tragically killed…
Super Agers’ Genetic Edge Keeps Their Minds Sharp
Super agers are a remarkable group of individuals in their 80s who exhibit cognitive abilities comparable to those in their…
9 wellness influencers shaping public opinion – for good and bad
The landscape of online influencers has evolved to include a wide array of wellness and health education content. From podcasts…