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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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.

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

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...

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...

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...

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