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States tighten medical debt rules, burden hospitals
States tighten medical debt rules, raising compliance burdens for hospitals as the Commonwealth Fund notes three in ten U.S. adults carry medical…
Medicare to speed up coverage for FDA-approved breakthrough devices
Medicare now speeds up coverage for FDA-approved breakthrough devices, cutting delays to just 60 days after approval for eligible therapies.
HHS sets penalties for health info blocking
HHS sets penalties for health info blocking to ensure access to electronic health information.
University of Benghazi Reopens After 11-Year Closure
The University of Benghazi reopened on September 4, 2026, after an eleven-year closure led by the Libyan Development and Reconstruction Fund.
Wildfire Smoke Impacts Economy in Three Ways
Wildfire smoke reshapes American economy in 3 ways, extending beyond flames and impacting economic output, researchers find.
Many US schools near toxic sites
Millions of US children attend schools near toxic sites, posing environmental hazards to their health and wellbeing, including superfund sites.
Tomato compound may protect against fatty liver disease
New research reveals a tomato compound may protect against fatty liver disease. Learn how phytoene, a precursor to lycopene, aids liver health…
Why Do Pupils Dilate When Surprised
Discover how pupil dilation during surprise helps the brain process new information, according to a Brown University study on arousal and learning.
Medtronic wins CE mark for VT ablation treatment
Medtronic expands CE mark for VT ablation treatment with Affera system. Discover how this new heart rhythm therapy addresses unmet needs in…
Medtronic details future of AI-assisted surgery
Discover how Medtronic is advancing surgery with FDA-approved AI algorithms. Learn about the new Touch Surgery Aide platform.