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If You Take Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound, Your Risk of Heat Illness Is Higher This Summer

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy suppress thirst, raising dehydration risk in heat. Doctors say patients must hydrate proactively. Here's the specific clinical warning for summer.

Medical Daily

5 Days into the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, Many Eligible Seniors Are Still Being Denied at the Pharmacy

Medicare GLP-1 Bridge launched July 1. Eligible seniors are getting rejected because pharmacies may submit claims wrong. Here's the specific fix to get your prescription filled.

Medical Daily

Trump Administration Sparks Hypocrisy Row by Introducing 'Death Panel' Rules Once Raged Against by GOP

The Trump administration is pushing a Medicare rule that encourages hospitals to record end-of-life plans, reviving the language once branded 'death panels' under Barack Obama.

International Business Times UK

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Millions of People Are Aging Alone: What Living Single Means for Retirement Taxes

Some core tax strategies look different when you're living single and planning for one.

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U.S. debt is a looming crisis today but was once its own revolutionary masterstroke that helped launch a global financial superpower

Hamilton recognized how debt can unlock resources that could transform the young republic. But first he had to untangle the mess created by the Revolutionary War.

Fortune

Genetic Testing Accounted for $3.6 Billion in Medicare Lab Spending—How to Spot Fraud

A recent federal report revealed that genetic testing drove a massive spike in Medicare Part B laboratory spending, reaching $3.6 billion in 2024. The U.S....

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Your Retirement Plan Looks Watertight, But Have You Checked for Tax Leaks?

Accumulating wealth for retirement is one thing, having a solid income structure and tax plan is another. Without them, savings could quietly drain away.

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Nursing Homes Are Already Short on Staff, and Immigration Enforcement Is Making the Crisis Significantly Worse

Over 25% of nursing home direct care workers are foreign-born. Immigration enforcement in 2026 is worsening an already critical staffing crisis. Here's what families should ask now.

Medical Daily

Women Are Getting Hired More After Losing Weight on GLP-1 Drugs: A New Study Raises Difficult Questions

A new study found GLP-1 drug users hired more after weight loss — but researchers say the finding reflects illegal-in-most-states weight discrimination, not just health gains.

Medical Daily

A Six-Month Study Found Only One Type of Exercise Helps Older Adults Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle

A 6-month study of 120+ adults averaging age 72 found HIIT was the only exercise type that reduced body fat while preserving lean muscle. Here's what older adults should know.

Medical Daily

Trump Administration Targets Hospital Markups on Discounted Medicare Drugs, Says New Rule Could Save Patients $1.1 Billion Next Year: Report

The Trump administration proposed a new rule Thursday aimed at preventing hospitals from marking up discounted drugs for Medicare patients, saying the change could save consumers $1.1 billion next year, according to estimates obtained by the Associated Press.

Benzinga

How to Use a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust to Help Shield Your Family From Long-Term Care Costs

Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts can help protect your savings from being drained by long-term care costs, ensuring assets remain available for your family.

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The New Blood Test for Colon Cancer Has One Major Limitation Doctors Say Patients Must Understand Before Choosing It

The ACS added the Shield blood test to colon cancer screening guidelines in May 2026 — but doctors warn it's not a substitute for colonoscopy. Here's the critical difference.

Medical Daily

Medicare's New $50 GLP-1 Weight-Loss Program Just Launched: Find Out if You Qualify

Medicare's GLP-1 Bridge launched July 1, 2026. Up to 3.8M seniors may qualify for $50/month Wegovy, Zepbound, or Foundayo. Here's the eligibility breakdown.

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Trump administration proposes rule to cut hospital profits on Medicare drugs

The new rule would reduce the amount hospitals in the discounted drug program could be paid through Medicare by approximately 40%.

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Could Extra Income Raise Medicare Premiums Two Years Later?

Picture this: You pick up some extra income this year through a rewarding side project, a profitable investment sale, or even a long-overdue bonus. Two...

The Independent UK

Who qualifies for Medicare’s new weight loss drug program and which GLP-1s are included?

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455 Defendants Including 90 Doctors Were Charged in the Largest Healthcare Fraud Takedown of 2026

The 2026 National Healthcare Fraud Takedown charged 455 defendants including 90 doctors for $6.5 billion in false claims with patient deaths. Here's what the cases covered.

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Pilot program to provide cheaper GLP-1 via Medicare stokes shortage fears

Some adults aged 65 and above will be able to get the drug for $50 through Medicare GLP-1, a temporary program

The Independent UK

Medicare is now covering some GLP-1 weight loss drugs for $50. Here’s what to know

The federal government has launched a new program to make GLP-1 weight loss drugs more affordable for older Americans

Medical Daily

A Rewritten Federal Vaccine Charter Could Determine Whether Your Fall Flu Shot Is Covered by Insurance

A rewritten federal vaccine committee charter and ongoing court fight mean fall 2026 flu and COVID vaccine insurance coverage decisions have no official body to finalize them.

The Conversation

How does Australia’s migration system actually work? 5 common myths busted

Australia’s migration system is complicated. It’s heavily influenced by politics and global pressures, which can make it difficult to understand. This often results in lively debates across the dinner table.

The Independent UK

Nurse practitioner accused of funding Philippines resort from multi-state medicare fraud scheme

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Everybody Loves Your Money

Medicare GLP-1 Bridge Starts July 1: 5 Questions

Big changes often sneak into healthcare quietly, but this one arrives with real impact. Starting July 1, Medicare introduces a GLP-1 bridge approach that reshapes how certain prescription therapies get handled under coverage rules. These medications, often discussed in relation to diabetes care and weight management, sit at the center…

The Independent UK

Nurse charged in massive healthcare fraud spent money on $594,000 Ferrari: DOJ

The Department of Justice has charged 455 people accused of medical fraud schemes worth a combined $6.5 billion

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