Columbus, OH

The Conversation U.S.

Chronic pain expert Rachael Rzasa Lynn explains the latest developments in chronic pain treatment on The Conversation Weekly podcast.

Chronic pain: emerging treatment options for patients after the opiod crisis – podcast

Summary: A study by FAIR Health reveals a 4.8 percent increase in STD diagnoses among commercially insured patients from 2020 to 2023, with the largest growth in diagnoses observed in patients aged 65 and older. Takeaways:. Significant Increase in Older Adults: The most notable rise in STD diagnoses was among...

Surge in STD Diagnoses Among Older Adults

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

TheStreet

Dental hygienist careers offer high pay for a relatively low up-front time and money commitment. Here's how much they can make after two years of school and two licensures.

How much do dental hygienists make after a 2-year degree?

California State

Fox News

A California doctor wants people to know that the medical community doesn’t always tell patients the truth. Dr. Robert Lufkin shares an excerpt from his book, "Lies I Taught in Medical School."

California doctor reveals the 10 big ‘lies’ the medical community is telling patients

Nevada State

Medical malpractice is a term that every patient fears, regardless of the treatment they need. There are thousands of horror stories on the internet and in documentaries about patients whose lives were turned into nightmares – all because of a medical professional who failed to provide the accepted standard of care.

Proving Breach of Duty in a Medical Malpractice Lawsuit

Fortune

Over time, the symptoms of dementia will get worse, which is why it’s important to create a care plan. Age-related memory loss is common, but more serious memory problems may be a sign of dementia, which is not a normal part of aging. “Dementia is a set of symptoms...

Does Medicare pay for dementia care? Here’s what coverage you can expect for treatments and therapies

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Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

CBS Boston

Hearing loss can affect adults of any age, but it's not uncommon for this condition to grow worse over time. Age-related hearing loss can be a problem for around one in three people over 65, and by the time you reach 75, that number jumps to roughly 50%. Don't wait until the issue gets out of hand: schedule an appointment with your doctor to discuss whether hearing aids are right for you, then check out our top picks below for the best hearing aids for older adults.You deserve a hearing aid that works for you, combating mild to profound hearing...

Best hearing aids for seniors in 2024

Cedar Falls, IA

A nursing home resident in Cedar Falls, Iowa, died after becoming trapped between her bed rail and the wall, the Iowa Capital Dispatch reported July 22. The resident, who was living at NewAldaya Lifescapes, was discovered the morning of June 16. The official cause of death was suffocation due to the position of the resident's neck and head.

Nursing home resident dies at facility cited for several violations

About half of those recovering from a stroke or a brain injury have spatial neglect. But prism adaptation therapy – noninvasive and easy to administer – can help.

Stroke survivors may be saddled with an invisible disability known as spatial neglect – but a simple treatment offers significant improvement

Walmart has opened 25 new autoimmune-focused specialty pharmacies across the U.S. The latest openings bring the company's total number of autoimmune-focused specialty pharmacy locations to 31, according to a July 25 news release shared with Becker's and an announcement from Kevin Host, PharmD, Walmart's senior vice president of pharmacy, on his LinkedIn page. The newest locations are in Alabama, Idaho, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

Walmart opens 25 new 'autoimmune-focused' pharmacies

Houston, TX

Houston-based Texas Heart Institute has performed a successful first-in-human implantation of the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart. The implantation took place July 9 as part of the device's FDA early feasibility study, according to a July 25 new release from the institute. BiVACOR is a clinical-stage medical device company. The TAH...

Texas Heart Institute implants artificial heart

Rural areas have long struggled with limited access to quality healthcare, often requiring residents to make long journeys, incur high costs or face other significant challenges when seeking care. Rural hospitals strive to alleviate these issues for underserved communities, and their chief financial officers play a critical role in this effort.

36 rural hospital CFOs to know | 2024

New Hampshire State

Concord, NH

Concord (N.H.) Hospital has promoted four physicians to strategic roles within its medical group, the nonprofit system said July 23. Concord Hospital Medical Group comprises more than 345 specialty and primary care providers, covering 28 subspecialties across 35 locations. The four appointments:. 1. Christopher Fore, MD, was named chief quality...

New Hampshire system promotes 4 physician leaders

Philadelphia, PA

WEKU

Drugmaker GSK stopped making asthma inhaler Flovent earlier this year. That’s left patients struggling to find other medication their insurance will cover.Children have been hit especially hard.

A discontinued asthma medication has patients scrambling, some to the ER

Having a baby should be an exciting and joyful time, but when a birth injury causes cerebral palsy (CP), the lives of the child and parents are forever changed. The costs and emotional impact of caring for a child with the condition can be overwhelming and affect families in ways they could never have anticipated.

Study Finds Surgery Can Improve Ability to Walk in Kids of All Ages with Cerebral Palsy

Illinois State

Chicago, IL

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Every year, new laws that were passed the prior year go into effect on July 1. In 2024, a number of new laws will begin this Monday. Among them include higher wages for tipped employees, a gas tax increase, and driver's licenses for undocumented immigrants.

New Laws July 1: Driver's Licenses for Undocumented Migrants, Raises for Tipped Workers, and More

Are you or a loved one experiencing shoulder pain, weakness or reduced range of motion following a flu shot or other vaccine? If so, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. Fill out the form on this page for more information. Shoulder pain is a relatively common vaccine side effect,...

Vaccine injury compensation available for shoulder injuries (SIRVA)

What is the important phase 3 data for the RSV vaccine that is leading the FDA to consider an expanded age range to 50-59? How would RSV vaccine approval for adults aged 50-59 improve the clinical and economic impact of the disease?. What will the best practices be for identifying...

The Potential Benefits of RSV Vaccine Approval for Adults Aged 50-59

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More patients opting for joint replacements at younger age

About 28% of knee and hip replacements are performed on people younger than 55 and the trend is expected to grow, U.S. News & World Report...

More patients opting for joint replacements at younger age

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