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Why Congress and the FDA Must Regulate CBD Consumer Products Now
When Congress legalized hemp in 2018, cannabidiol, or CBD, became widely available in a range of consumer products and formulations,...
Jan 3, 20244 min read
Are Medicare Advantage Plans Good for Cancer Patients
Choosing between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage can be a tough decision. This decision becomes even more critical for cancer...
Dec 6, 20234 min read
ACA Open Enrollment Changes, What You Need to Know
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), often known as Obamacare, has left an indelible mark on the American healthcare landscape since its...
Nov 14, 20233 min read
Health Misinformation: A Growing Threat to Public Health
Health misinformation, though not a recent phenomenon, has undeniably intensified in our digital age, where information flows freely and...
Sep 12, 20234 min read
Prior Authorization in Healthcare: What You Need to Know
One term that often elicits mixed reactions from both patients and healthcare providers is "prior authorization." While this process may...
Sep 7, 20234 min read
OTC Birth Control in the US: What to Know
The recent FDA approval of Perrigo's Opill, a progestin-only birth control pill, for over-the-counter use, marks a groundbreaking...
Jul 24, 20234 min read
Doctor Unions and Their Impact on Healthcare
The United States has witnessed a notable rise in the formation of doctor unions, reflecting a growing trend. In response to mounting...
Jun 20, 20234 min read
The 2023 Debt Ceiling Deal: Navigating Fiscal Stability and Economic Impact
This year, a debt ceiling deal was reached to prevent a government shutdown, which would have had significant ramifications for the U.S....
Jun 6, 20235 min read
The Loneliness Epidemic: Uncovering its Profound Impact
Loneliness is a pervasive issue that has reached epidemic proportions in today's modern society. Despite living in an era of...
May 17, 20235 min read
Clinical Ethicists: Providing Guidance at the Crossroads of Decision
A patient is brought to the hospital because he had lost consciousness and collapsed in public. The patient is suffering from...
May 15, 20235 min read
Putting an End to Surprise Medical Bills With the No Surprises Act
Surprise medical bills can be extremely frustrating, even devastating for healthcare recipients, and the practice of sending them is...
Apr 18, 20234 min read
Are We Overscreening for Cancer?
Proactive screening is a powerful tool in the fight against cancer. But there is a growing concern around how much is too much.
Mar 14, 20235 min read
Is the US Headed Towards a Single- Payer Healthcare System?
With large private insurers like Humana shifting focus to government-sponsored health programs, the US is left with a critical question: how
Mar 8, 20235 min read
Why is Healthcare So Expensive in the US?
Healthcare is one of the biggest expenses for families in the United States. The rising cost of medical care and prescription drugs has...
Oct 21, 20228 min read
Why Medicare Part B 2023 Premiums Are Decreasing
Starting in 2023, Medicare Part B premiums are set to decrease for most beneficiaries. While this may seem like good news at first...
Oct 18, 20223 min read
PrEP and Reed O'Connor's ACA Ruling
A Texas judge ruled that the government could not compel private insurance companies to cover the costs of PrEP, a medication that can...
Sep 16, 20225 min read
America's Medical Debt Problem
Medical debt can have a devastating impact on Americans, leading to bankruptcy. The problem is only getting worse, as the cost of healthcare
Aug 26, 20224 min read
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