Hospital leaders continue to hold out hope that Congress will protect the funding for hospitals’ charitable care before cuts go into effect in a few weeks.
How to prepare for the Zombie Apocalypse — Tips from the CDC
There are all kinds of emergencies we can prepare for. A zombie apocalypse for example. You may laugh now, but when it happens you’ll be happy you read this.
Tips for a safe Halloween
Whether you’re a ghost or zombie, vampire or witch, poor costume choices and face paint allergies can cause injuries that haunt you long after Halloween
Neglecting an ancient disease has triggered a global health emergency
New extensively drug-resistant variants of an ancient and deadly disease – typhoid fever – are spreading across international borders.
Female doctors are good for your health, but endure a pay gap, burnout and depression
Compared with male physicians, women spend more time with their patients, are more likely to adhere to guidelines and are more careful in their prescribing.
Went Overseas for School, Stayed for Insulin
In Seattle, she typically paid $70 per month for insulin and another $130 for pump supplies. In Germany, she pays roughly $11. Every three months.
The EPA disbanded our clean air science panel. We met anyway
We believe the EPA should follow the law, which requires a thorough review of the science underpinning air pollution standards.
What is rheumatoid arthritis, the condition tennis champion Caroline Wozniacki lives with?
Researchers do not fully know what causes rheumatoid arthritis, but suspect certain genes may trigger it when combined with environmental and lifestyle factors.
What causes miscarriages?
Often women who miscarry will experience feelings of guilt. But miscarriage is very rarely caused by anything the mother did.
Costume contact lenses may be the scariest part of Halloween
Poorly fitting costume contact lenses can cause many eye problems, including surface abrasions, allergic reactions and blurred vision.
New cases of Salmonella illness linked to contact with backyard poultry in Washington
Four more cases of Salmonella illness linked to contact with backyard poultry have been reported in Washington.
Pharma Sells States On ‘Netflix Model’ To Wipe Out Hep C. But At What Price?
Washington state is paying for the marketing campaign as part of a deal to give AbbVie the exclusive right to treat its citizens who have hepatitis C.
Ban of vaping product sales to anyone under 21 begins Jan. 1
A recent survey found that one in five Washington 10th graders and almost one in three 12th graders reported using vapor products last year.
How Donald Trump Turned to a Comics Titan to Shape the VA
Trump gave the three men sweeping influence over the VA — the second-largest federal agency — despite their lack of any relevant experience
Compression Garments Can Ease Lymphedema. Covering Costs? Not So Easy.
Lymphedema is incurable, but compression stockings, sleeves and gloves help prevent complications such as swelling and infection. But they’re expensive.