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The number of Texas midwives is increasing — but advocates say the state needs more

The state agency that oversees midwives is trying to make it easier for women to join the profession, including lowering fees.

The Texas Tribune

How the Texas vision for seamless mental health care fell apart over 60 years

A lack of private providers, a swamped community mental health system, and low insurance reimbursement have cut off many in Texas from basic mental health services.

The Texas Tribune

More patients are losing their doctors – and their trust in the primary care system

In Rhode Island, safety-net clinics are under new pressures as clinicians retire or burn out. Patients report that it's harder to find care, and they're losing connections to familiar doctors.

WEKU

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Seattle Children’s Hospital sues Texas Attorney General over trans patient records

Suspecting the Washington-based hospital of providing gender-affirming care to Texas children, which is now banned in Texas, AG Ken Paxton issued investigative subpoenas demanding medical information.

The Texas Tribune

Ron DeSantis spread false information while pushing trans health care ban, judge says

A federal judge hearing a challenge to a transgender health care ban for minors and restrictions for adults noted that Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spread false information about doctors mutilating children’s genitals

The Independent UK

March-in rights are key to Biden’s push to lower excessive drug prices

Agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services can now consider whether a drug is priced so high that it’s basically out of reach to millions of Americans.

Fortune

Navigating AI In Health Care: Dr. Donald Macfarlane's Warning On AI-Driven Medical Note-Taking

Dr. Donald Macfarlane warns against the use of AI-driven tools in medical note-taking due to fabrications that will negatively impact patient care.

International Business Times

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Five Overlooked Factors When Planning for Retirement

Not only can taxes, inflation and health care costs catch you unprepared in retirement, but so can the costs of supporting others and paying for the fun stuff.

Kiplinger

Migrants say illnesses spreading quickly at crowded Pilsen shelter where several fell ill

The space is currently housing over 2,300 people, more than half of whom are minors. Families there and health care providers say illnesses are spreading rapidly.

Chicago Sun-Times

When a quick telehealth visit yields multiple surprises beyond a big bill

For the patient, it was a quick and inexpensive virtual appointment. Why it cost 10 times more than she expected became a mystery.

WEKU

Will Medicare pay for your home health care needs? It might—if you meet certain requirements

Experts clarify one of the biggest areas of confusion about Medicare—whether, and when, it covers home care.

Fortune

New algorithm dramatically cuts unnecessary antibiotic use in kids

An algorithm reduced rates of antibiotics use in kids treated at Tanzanian primary care facilities without compromising their chances of getting better.

LiveScience

Chicago man sues former employer, union for denying gender-affirming care: ‘I was shattered’

Morgan Mesi says Breakthru Beverage Illinois denied coverage of a bilateral mastectomy and hormone therapy, according to a complaint filed in federal court Thursday.

Chicago Sun-Times

DeGette in line for key Democratic spot on health panel - Roll Call

Colorado's Diane DeGette in 2025 could land the top Democratic spot on the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee.

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The Independent UK

Florida mother fears her family will be devastated as trial on trans health care ban begins

A Florida mother tearfully testified that her family could be torn apart if the state's ban on trans health care for children is allowed to take effect

The Guardian - UK

Dire state of maternal mental health care is having a devastating impact on families

Letter: We wouldn’t expect someone to wait 19 months for life-saving surgery, so why is it acceptable for people with mental illness to wait that long for treatment, asks Dr Cressida Manning

WEKU

Most Americans with mental health needs don't get treatment, report finds

Many Americans are diagnosed with mental health conditions, but most don't get professional help, even if they're insured. Obstacles include difficulties finding providers their plan covers.

Zenger

Israeli Heat Patch Tested In Gaza War For Hypothermia Patients

Rescue Heat's innovative patch warms trauma patients, receives positive feedback from doctors in elite military units.

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The Texas Tribune

After pause, this Texas city is set to reconsider banning travel to access an abortion

A handful of local governments have already put the legally dubious bans in place. The news that Amarillo will take the issue up again comes shortly after a Dallas woman left the state for an abortion after losing a legal battle to obtain one here.

WEKU

Attacks on health care are on track to hit a record high in 2023. Can it be stopped?

The targeting of hospitals and medical workers is a fact of modern warfare — in Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Gaza and Israel. International law say such attacks are unacceptable. Are there any consequences?

International Business Times

What Are CBD Gummies And Should We Take Them?

Let's delve into the world of CBD gummies, exploring what they are, their potential benefits and considerations before incorporating them into your routine.

The Guardian - US

We need to talk about the United States’ mental health crisis – and its larger causes

The suicide rate is at its highest since 1941. In addition to a stronger safety net, we must face hard truths about US society

WEKU

Supreme Courts in 3 states will hear cases about abortion access this week

Supreme court justices in Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming will hear arguments in cases that will impact abortion access across the Mountain West. Here's what to know.

The Independent UK

Top White House cyber aide says recent Iran hack on water system is call to tighten cybersecurity

Recent attacks on American water authorities by Iranian-aligned hackers — as well as a separate spate of ransomware attacks hitting the U.S. health care system — are calling federal officials to action

LiveScience

Widely used epilepsy drugs tied to rare, deadly side effect, FDA warns

The announcement comes after the FDA became aware of more than 40 cases of "DRESS syndrome" linked to the seizure medications levetiracetam and clobazam.

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