18 h. ago Medicare Bleeds Billions on Pricey Bandages, and Doctors Get a Cut

Medicare spending on “skin substitutes” made of dried placenta has soared as doctors pocket lucrative discounts from sellers.

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28 h. ago Nightingale Health’s laboratory implementation in the United States progresses as planned – opens first to medical research customers in Summer 2025

Nightingale Health’s laboratory implementation in the United States progresses as planned – opens first to medical research customers in Summer 2025  TradingView

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67 h. ago Meghan Markle suffered ‘huge medical scare’ privately after giving birth

Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle opened up about a life-threatening medical scare during the first episode of her new podcast, "Confessions of a Female Founder."

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3 d. ago JK Rowling fires back at liberal comedian after he doubles down on trans athlete stance

"Harry Potter" author JK Rowling fired back at liberal comedian John Oliver for defending transgender athletes in women's sports, telling him to "read the room."

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8 d. ago Supreme Court hears case that could see more Planned Parenthood clinics closed

The Supreme Court heard arguments on whether South Carolina can remove Planned Parenthood clinics from its state Medicaid program, even though those funds cannot generally be used to fund abortions.

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8 d. ago John Oliver sued by healthcare boss he rebuked on air over ‘bowel movement’ comments

John Oliver sued by healthcare boss he rebuked on air over ‘bowel movement’ comments  Los Angeles Times

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8 d. ago John Oliver sued by medical director he rebuked on air over ‘bowel movement’ comments

John Oliver sued by medical director he rebuked on air over ‘bowel movement’ comments  Los Angeles Times

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8 d. ago Justices divided over Medicaid 'right' to choose Planned Parenthood clinics

The battle over taxpayer funding for Planned Parenthood takes center stage at the Supreme Court in a South Carolina dispute over Medicaid providers.

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8 d. ago Justices Weigh Challenge to South Carolina’s Bid to Defund Planned Parenthood

The court will decide whether Medicaid beneficiaries may sue to receive services under a law that lets them choose any qualified provider.

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9 d. ago Supreme Court to decide if states can strip Planned Parenthood of Medicaid funds

At issue is whether a state, in this case, South Carolina, can remove Planned Parenthood clinics from its state Medicaid program, even though Medicaid funds cannot generally be used to fund abortions.

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9 d. ago Healthcare Executive Sues HBO's John Oliver for Defamation Over Abuse Accusation

A health care insurance executive is suing 'Last Week Tonight' host John Oliver for defamation over his comments about health care standards. The post Healthcare Executive Sues HBO’s John Oliver for Defamation Over Abuse Accusation appeared first on Breitbart.

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9 d. ago Watch Live: Oliver Stone Testifies at Hearing on Declassified JFK Files

Director Oliver Stone will be among those testifying before the House about the declassification of files related to the assassination of former President John F. Kennedy on Tuesday, April 1. The post Watch Live: Oliver Stone Testifies at Hearing on Declassified JFK Files appeared first on Breitbart.

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9 d. ago HBO’s John Oliver faces lawsuit from health insurance executive over Medicaid monologue

Dr. Brian Morley believes an April 2024 segment on "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver" about Americans losing Medicaid coverage destroyed his reputation and well-being.

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1 week ago Medical supplies in great need as aid flows into Myanmar after earthquake

Emergency aid has streamed into Southeast Asia in the two days since a massive earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand.

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1 week ago Supreme Court case next week could recast Medicaid funding for Alaska Planned Parenthood

Supreme Court case next week could recast Medicaid funding for Alaska Planned Parenthood  Must Read Alaska

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2 w. ago Denzel Washington’s Wife Pauletta and Kids Olivia, John David and Katia Show Support at Othello Broadway Premiere

Denzel Washington’s Wife Pauletta and Kids Olivia, John David and Katia Show Support at Othello Broadway Premiere  PEOPLE

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3 w. ago Engineers develop new security protocol to protect miniaturized wireless medical implants from cyberthreats

A brain implant designed to help control seizures is hijacked. A pacemaker receives fake signals, disrupting its rhythm. A hacker infiltrates an insulin pump, delivering a fatal overdose. While these scenarios sound like scenes from a sci-fi thriller, such cyberhealth threats are of real concern as medical technology moves toward smart, wirelessly connected implants.

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3 w. ago From TV to CMS: How Dr. Oz could shape Medicare and Medicaid

Dr. Oz lacks policy experience but has TV show chops. Tom Scully, who led Medicare & Medicaid for President George W. Bush, argues that Oz is well-suited to be a spokesman for Trump's health care agenda.

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3 w. ago Tracy Morgan's illness at Knicks game revealed as food poisoning

Tracy Morgan gave fans an update after suffering a medical emergency during Monday night's New York Knicks game. The comedian was hospitalized after being taken from Madison Square Garden in a wheelchair.

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3 w. ago UMass Chan Medical School rescinds dozens of offers amid funding uncertainty

The impacted students were offered priority consideration for the next admission cycle without the need to submit another application. The post UMass Chan Medical School rescinds dozens of offers amid funding uncertainty appeared first on Boston.com.

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