Category: Health News
The U.S. Targeted Breastfeeding Abroad. Here at Home, It’s Another Story.
The Trump administration tried to remove pro-breastfeeding language from a WHO resolution. But in the US breastfeeding has become accepted.
Health officials confirm measles case in Snohomish County
The best protection against measles is the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine.
When will I get my new Medicare card?
You may have heard that we started mailing out new Medicare. Hang tight you might get your card at a different time than friends or neighbors in your state.
More Nurse Practitioners Now Pursue Residency Programs To Hone Skills
A growing cadre of nurse practitioners — typically, registered nurses who have completed a master’s degree in nursing — are now adding up to a year of clinical and other training, often in primary care.
Father’s And Son’s Injuries Lead To The Mother Of All Therapy Bills
Father and son suffered serious hand injuries. Both needed surgery and occupational therapy. But insurance paid for just a fraction of those OT bills, and the family owed more than $8,500.
Geriatric Assessments Could Fine-Tune Cancer Care For Older Adults
In a move to improve cancer care for older adults, the American Society of Clinical Oncology is recommending that all patients age 65 and older receive a geriatric assessment when considering or undergoing chemotherapy.