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An Ohio ballot measure seeks to protect abortion access. Opponents' messaging is on parental rights

The wording of a proposed constitutional amendment on Ohio’s fall ballot to ensure abortion rights seems straightforward

The Independent UK

Rosalind Brewer out as Walgreens CEO

Her departure after less than three years comes after a tumultuous time that included COVID-19 disruptions and corporate layoffs.

Chicago Sun-Times

New York City is embracing teletherapy for teens. It may not be the best approach

A proposal to establish the biggest student mental health program in the country contains a paradox. With teens' mental health struggles partly fueled by screens, is teletherapy the right tool?

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Finding proof for an axiom - that nutrition aids in health care recoveries

Nutrition essential for body to recuperate; RATIONS trial by Anurag Bhargava et al studies effect of food basket & micronutrients on TB recovery. Sub-optimal diet a risk factor for non-communicable diseases; food as formal part of patient care & treatment being experimented. WFP initiated nutrition supplements & counselling for PLHIV…

The Hindu

In Chicago visit, Jill Biden calls union workers ‘backbone of this country’

Unions “built the middle class,” the first lady said outside McCormick Place. “And that’s why Joe is fighting for unions, so that workers can fight for what they need: better pay, safer working conditions, flexibility and health care.”

Chicago Sun-Times

A policy that supports America’s breastfeeding moms came into effect 11 years ago. It’s still not applied

'The failure of the U.S. health care system to support women is incredibly shortsighted.'

Fortune

Hollywood union health insurance is particularly good. And it's jeopardized by strike

Hollywood actors and writers who qualify for their union health plans get a very good deal compared to other Americans. But not working during the strike threatens their eligibility in the system.

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Dying, disabled prisoners stay behind bars, despite Illinois law calling for medical release

Terminally ill or medically incapacitated prisoners can apply for early release. But the Illinois Prisoner Review Board has denied twice as many requests as it OK’d — and seven prisoners died months after their applications were rejected, an Injustice Watch / WBEZ investigation found.

Chicago Sun-Times

Too many young people who've been in detention die prematurely. They deserve better

Young people in contact with the criminal justice system – be it under community-based orders or in youth detention – are among the most marginalised in our society. And the health and health-care disadvantage faced by these young people may be evident for years.

The Conversation

Pharmacists should be able to work with GPs to prescribe medicines for long-term conditions

A national review of primary care workforce regulations is investigating ways to increase Australians’ access to quality health care.

The Conversation

Could you soon have a food prescription?

"Many U.S. health care providers have been experimenting with "food is medicine" programs . . ."

Salon

Despite barriers to Black women breastfeeding, supporters extol benefits: ‘It’s a superpower, basically’

Black Breastfeeding Week — which runs through Thursday — provides education and uplifts families who may face social, health care roadblocks over breastfeeding. Black people have the lowest rate of breastfeeding of any other demographic.

Chicago Sun-Times

Missouri law banning minors from beginning gender-affirming treatments takes effect

Two new laws restricting transgender Missourians’ access to gender-affirming health care and school sports are now in effect

The Independent UK

Nurses from 40 States Will be Eligible To Practice in Pennsylvania

On September 5, the Keystone State is removing a big barrier to health care.

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The Independent UK

Missouri judge says ban on gender-affirming health care for minors can take effect on Monday

A Missouri judge says a law banning gender-affirming treatments for minors can take effect

The Independent UK

See which states are poised to rule next on transgender health care restrictions

Courts nationwide are delivering a mixed verdict on the future of laws restricting gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth

The Texas Tribune

This new law will help health care workers save lives in ambulances that cover wide-open West Texas

The emerging technology, paid for by a grant established during the 2023 legislative session, will help emergency health care workers talk with doctors in emergency rooms to better care for critical patients.

The Hindu

The real purpose of the medical college

There is a need to shatter the myth of medical colleges being the ideal site for health-care solutions as far as the masses are concerned

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Health Ministry withdraws fiat mandating doctors prescribe only generic drugs

NMC suspends proposed regulations on prescribing generic drugs, ending stand-off between it and IMA. Health Ministry buys time for both parties, allowing doctors to prescribe drugs with generic names, but no penal provisions. IMA fears poor quality of generic drugs, while NMC says they are cheaper and can reduce health…

The Hindu

PDO suspended, Executive Officer gets show cause notice over people taking ill after drinking contaminated water

Yadgir Zilla Panchayat suspends PDO & issues show cause notice to Taluk Panchayat Executive Officer for contaminated drinking water incident in Gazarkot & Shivapur villages. CEO visited affected villages & 6 people receiving treatment in Gurmitkal health care centre.

The Independent UK

Transgender adults are worried about finding welcoming spaces to live in their later years

A battle over transgender people’s rights in the United States has focused attention mostly on youth

The Texas Tribune

U.S. census and other surveys likely undercount the number of LGBTQ+ people living in Texas

Some queer Texans may fear disclosing their sexual orientation or gender identity to neighbors or the government. The lack of accurate numbers makes it more difficult to provide appropriate health care, especially in rural areas.

The Independent UK

Court battle begins over Missouri's ban on gender-affirming health care for minors

Court hearings are underway to determine whether a new Missouri law banning minors from receiving gender-affirming health care will take effect as scheduled Monday

The Conversation

Most US nursing homes are understaffed, potentially compromising health care for more than a million elderly residents

More than 80% of U.S. nursing homes reported staffing shortages in early 2023. SciLine interviewed Dr. Jasmine Travers, a gerontological nurse practitioner and assistant professor of nursing at New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing, and asked her how the shortage affects health care for nursing home residents, if…

The Hindu

University of Hyderabad, EMRI Green Health Services sign MoU to improve emergency healthcare education

UoH and EMRI GHS have joined forces to advance emergency health care services through capacity building, training, collaborative Research, student and faculty exchange. They have designed and developed a three-credit educational module to enhance knowledge and life support skills, awarding participants a ‘Trained Basic Emergency Care Volunteer’ certificate.

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