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Attacks on health care during war are becoming more common, creating devastating ripple effects

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has warned attacks on health-care workers, patients and facilities “must not become the norm”.

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GP visit costs rise despite increase in health funding

People are paying higher out-of-pocket costs to see a GP despite an increase in funding to health care delivering millions more bulk-billed trips to the doctor.

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Reflections on the Canadian Medical Association’s apology to Indigenous Peoples

On Sept. 18, I was on the traditional territory of the Songhees and Xwsepsum Nations to stand with my Indigenous physician family as the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) delivered its apology to Indigenous Peoples in Victoria, B.C. This wasn’t the first time that we have stood together to witness a…

The Conversation

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Medicare Advantage shopping season arrives with a dose of confusion and some political implications

Thinner benefits and coverage changes await many older Americans shopping for health insurance this fall

The Independent UK

Why We Can't Have Nice Things: Can Mark Cuban Make Prescriptions Affordable Again?

Special interests and government prevent the free market from working the way it should in the healthcare industry, making many Americans poorer and sicker.

Reason

Texas maternal mortality committee asks to review abortion-related deaths

The panel wants to review those cases, which have been excluded from state data for years, and other reforms amid a report that shows a spike in maternal deaths.

The Texas Tribune

Massachusetts Governor Seizes Hospital To Ensure Continued Operations

Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey takes action to secure hospital operations amidst Steward Health Care's bankruptcy.

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The women-led companies on Fortune Change the World list

Fortune’s Change the World list spotlights companies that are committed to doing good while turning profit.

Fortune

Over 40 Healthcare Workers Killed In Targeted Attacks In Lebanon

Lebanese Health Minister reports attacks on healthcare workers and ambulances, highlighting the critical state of the healthcare system.

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Senate Approves Resolution For Steward Health Care CEO Contempt

U.S. Senate resolution passed for criminal contempt against Steward Health Care CEO over patient deaths and financial mismanagement.

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On campaign trail, Vance lays out ‘concept of a plan’ for health care - Roll Call

Republican analysts question the policy implications of Sen. JD Vance's comments on the 2010 health care law's risk pools.

Roll Call

Are private hospitals really in trouble? And is more public funding the answer?

A battle between private hospitals and private health insurers is playing out in public.

The Conversation

Pharmacy pill trial becomes 'business as usual'

More ways of expanding health care are being considered amid a GP shortage, with women to continue being able to access contraceptive pills at NSW chemists.

AAP

US Senate votes unanimously to hold hospital CEO in criminal contempt

Ralph de la Torre, paid at least $250m by Steward Health Care amid facility issues and closures, ignored subpoena

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America is increasingly dependent on foreign doctors − but their path to immigration is getting harder

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed a pressing issue: The U.S. health care system is increasingly dependent on immigrant physicians, but it’s becoming harder for aspiring ones to work and settle in the U.S.

The Times of India

World Pharmacist Day 2024: All about the significance, wishes and quotes

World Pharmacist Day is observed every year on September 25 and highlights the important contribution of pharmacists in health care around the world. This is basically because of a resolution passed at the founding congress of the FIP in 2009. It, therefore, brings about awareness regarding the contribution of pharmacists…

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At-home flu vaccine approved by FDA — what to know

People could previously get the nasal spray flu vaccine, called FluMist, from a health care provider, but now they can administer it themselves.

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Lebanon's Health Care System Strained Amid Israeli Strikes

Lebanon's health care system faces challenges amid Israeli strikes, requiring urgent international support to prevent further loss of life.

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Why isn’t dental included in Medicare? It’s time to change this – here’s how

When the forerunner of Medicare was established in the 1970s, dental care was left out. Australians are still suffering the consequences half a century later.

The Independent UK

Harris dings Trump’s ‘concept of a plan’ evasion during campaign event with Oprah Winfrey

Asked at the September 10 debate to reply ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to whether he had a health care plan, Donald Trump said he had the ‘concepts of a plan’

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3 Healthcare ETFs to Buy for Defensive Growth in 2024

Healthcare ETFs hold the potential for higher returns, diversification, and exposure to stably growing companies. Therefore, it could be wise to invest in robust healthcare ETFs like iShares U.S. Healthcare Providers ETF (IHF), Vanguard Health Care Index Fund ETF Shares (VHT), and Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLV) for…

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Afghan women have been robbed of health care, education and now their voices. But they won’t remain silent

Last month, the Taliban passed a new “vice and virtue” law, making it illegal for women to speak in public. Under the law, women can also be punished if they are heard singing or reading aloud from within their homes.

Fortune

America ranks worst in the world for health care—despite spending trillions

The U.S. came in last in three of five categories—equity, health outcomes, and access to care—in addition to having the poorest overall ranking.

The Independent UK

US Senate panel OKs action against Steward Health Care CEO for defying subpoena

Members of a Senate committee looking into the bankruptcy of Texas-based Steward Health Care have adopted two resolutions designed to hold CEO Ralph de la Torre in contempt for not testifying before the panel

Fortune

Celebrities, CEOs, and sports stars invest in Midi Health, a menopause care startup

Midi has raised $103 million in total funding to provide virtual health care to middle-aged women.

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