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FDA warns about giving probiotics to preterm babies after infant death, other injuries

Federal officials are warning health care providers and the public about injuries and at least one death in premature infants who were given probiotic products in the hospital

The Independent UK

Linking mind and body better in health care

As we transition to a national health system under Te Whatu Ora, we need to empower health psychologists to focus on their mahi, rather than fight for their existence, argues David Lim

Newsroom.co.nz

Texas House approves ban on COVID-19 vaccine mandates by private employers

Violations could bring a $50,000 fine under an amendment adopted Wednesday. The bill’s sponsor said the ban would be the strongest in the nation.

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AI could help doctors make better diagnoses

An artificial intelligence upgrade could be coming soon to a computer program called UpToDate that is used by more than 2 million health care professionals to make decisions about patients' care.

WEKU

Lexington VA holds ribbon-cutting to mark consolidation of health care services

Lexington’s Veterans Affairs center on Leestown Road held a ribbon-cutting Tuesday to mark the consolidation of several important health care services.

WEKU

Telehealth services should be protected under new tech rules

Telehealth is just one way that technology has enhanced health care. It’s important to ensure technology companies can innovate without overly broad regulatory changes.

Chicago Sun-Times

Judge in Missouri transgender care lawsuit agrees to step aside but decries 'gamesmanship'

A judge has agreed to step aside in a lawsuit challenging a new Missouri law restricting gender-affirming health care for minors, despite what he called “gamesmanship” from the plaintiffs’ lawyers who sought a new judge

The Independent UK

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AI chatbots are supposed to improve health care. But research says some are perpetuating racism

Hospitals and health care systems are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to help summarize doctors’ notes and analyze health records

The Independent UK

Health care workers gain 21% wage increase in pending agreement with Kaiser Permanente after historic strike

The Coalition of Kaiser Permanente Unions reached a tentative agreement with its employer on a new four-year contract on Oct. 13, 2023. They agreed following the largest documented strike of U.S. health care workers on record, which involved more than 75,000 workers in several states and the District of Columbia.…

The Conversation

Protest rock EFLU as student alleges sexual assault on campus

EFLU student allegedly sexually assaulted Wed. night after protest demanding reconstitution of SPARSH Committee. Two unidentified men accused her of leading protest, attacked her when she resisted. Poor lighting, no CCTV surveillance. 200 students protested Wed. morning, demanding VC, Proctoral Board, security guard head, and warden/health care staff resign/apologise. Police…

The Hindu

Autoworkers used to have lifelong health care and pension income. They want it back

Retirement security remains a sticking point in the ongoing talks between the United Auto Workers union and the Big 3 automakers. The union wants to see a return of pensions and retiree health care.

WEKU

Democratic women set abortion access as key to NDAA support - Roll Call

The warning adds an additional layer of uncertainty to an already fraught path forward for the annual National Defense Authorization Act.

Roll Call

Millennial Money: The questions you aren’t asking (but should) during open enrollment

Open enrollment is no one’s idea of a good time, but health coverage is a crucial part of your financial health

The Independent UK

NSW needs to 'catch up' on mental health services

NSW has fallen behind other states on mental health care and will take a significant funding boost to meet the needs of patients, a parliamentary inquiry heard.

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Dentists urge people to protect their natural teeth

65% of Indian adults have at least one tooth with AP, a condition that leads to tooth extraction. To raise awareness of the need to preserve natural teeth, World Endodontic Day is celebrated on Monday. The campaign aims to improve awareness and draw attention to oral health care, making it…

The Independent UK

California Gov. Newsom signs law to slowly raise health care workers’ minimum wage to $25 per hour

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to raise the minimum wage for health care workers

The Hindu

BIS role in developing indigenous standards highlighted

Maj. Vinod highlights BIS role in developing standards for effective, safe medical devices, health services & digital tech. BIS responsible for Indian standards, conformity assessment, hallmarking, testing. Seminar on "SDG3-Good Health & Well Being" marks World Standards Day-2023. Joint Directors, AIIMS Director, RGUKT Head, Trivitron Health Care head present.

The Texas Tribune

Ban on COVID vaccine mandates by private businesses, including health care facilities, passes Texas Senate

The bill offers no exceptions for doctors’ offices, clinics or other health facilities. Senators agreed to let those entities require unvaccinated employees to wear personal protective gear or take other “reasonable” measures to manage the spread.

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Addressing the social and racial barriers to health care equity

Research from the Kaiser Family Foundation shows that Black, Hispanic, and Asian adults with mental health problems are less likely to receive treatment than their white counterparts.

Capital & Main

Kaiser’s Massive Mental Health Care Settlement Sends Strong Message to Providers That Ignore Patient Needs

A California settlement compels the state’s largest health care provider to spend $150 million on behavioral health services.

Chicago Sun-Times

Black and Brown breast cancer survivors spread message of advocacy: ‘Keep that appointment’

The Lurie Cancer Center Hispanic Breast Cancer Clinic and support groups, including Sisters Working It Out, offer patients of color health care access, community and hope.

WEKU

After historic strike, Kaiser Permanente workers win 21% raise over 4 years

The health care giant and the coalition of unions that walked out for three days earlier this month announced a contract deal that averts another strike.

The Independent UK

Kaiser Permanente reaches a tentative deal with health care worker unions after a recent strike

Unions representing 75,000 health care workers who recently held a strike against industry giant Kaiser Permanente over wages and staffing shortages have reached a tentative agreement with the company

WEKU

'Irth' hospital review app aims to take the bias out of giving birth

Founded by a Black mom, the app gathers reviews by and for people of color about their experience with the health care system during pregnancy and delivery.

Chicago Sun-Times

Mental health care in Latino communities has made strides. Nonprofits that help need city funding.

We do not need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to providing mental health services to Latinos in Chicago, a nonprofit leader writes.

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