'Bill of the Month': The series that dissects and slashes medical bills
The "Bill of the Month" project has illuminated medical billing issues, empowering patients and influencing health policy reforms in the U.S. healthcare system.
Waiting list 'carousel' - boy (13) finally gets surgery but now faces delay for life-improving therapies
The healthcare system needs reform to prevent delays in necessary surgeries and therapies for patients like Liam.
The UnitedHealthcare Tragedy Is Why Insurance Needs to Change Now
The U.S. health insurance system creates significant barriers for patients, overshadowing their recovery with bureaucratic challenges.
I wish I was listened to': NSW to respond to landmark birth trauma inquiry
Women face alarming dismissals from medical staff regarding their pregnancy concerns, leading to severe consequences for both mother and child.
'Bill of the Month': The series that dissects and slashes medical bills
The "Bill of the Month" project has illuminated medical billing issues, empowering patients and influencing health policy reforms in the U.S. healthcare system.
Waiting list 'carousel' - boy (13) finally gets surgery but now faces delay for life-improving therapies
The healthcare system needs reform to prevent delays in necessary surgeries and therapies for patients like Liam.
The UnitedHealthcare Tragedy Is Why Insurance Needs to Change Now
The U.S. health insurance system creates significant barriers for patients, overshadowing their recovery with bureaucratic challenges.
I wish I was listened to': NSW to respond to landmark birth trauma inquiry
Women face alarming dismissals from medical staff regarding their pregnancy concerns, leading to severe consequences for both mother and child.
Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.
Waiting list 'carousel' - boy (13) finally gets surgery but now faces delay for life-improving therapies
The healthcare system needs to be dismantled and rebuilt for better functionality and support for patients like Liam.
UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting opens a door for many to vent frustrations over insurance
The death of UnitedHealthcare's CEO has ignited public frustration and discussion about the problematic practices of insurance companies in the U.S.
Her Company Helps Patients Find Cutting-Edge Treatments | Entrepreneur
Sandra Abrevaya transitioned from public service to CEO of Synapticure to enhance treatment access for ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases.
I Spent Years On The Verge Of Death. I Couldn't Find A Doctor Who Would Listen To Me - Until I Said This.
Advocating for appropriate medical care is crucial, especially in women's health, where many feel dismissed by healthcare professionals.
If your health insurance denies a claim, this tool uses AI to help you fight back
Health insurance denials are common and often lead to patients foregoing necessary medical care.
'I found out I had cancer via an answer machine'
Jesse Tristram's journey illustrates the challenges of navigating cancer diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy within the healthcare system.
Waiting list 'carousel' - boy (13) finally gets surgery but now faces delay for life-improving therapies
The healthcare system needs to be dismantled and rebuilt for better functionality and support for patients like Liam.
UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooting opens a door for many to vent frustrations over insurance
The death of UnitedHealthcare's CEO has ignited public frustration and discussion about the problematic practices of insurance companies in the U.S.
Her Company Helps Patients Find Cutting-Edge Treatments | Entrepreneur
Sandra Abrevaya transitioned from public service to CEO of Synapticure to enhance treatment access for ALS and other neurodegenerative diseases.
I Spent Years On The Verge Of Death. I Couldn't Find A Doctor Who Would Listen To Me - Until I Said This.
Advocating for appropriate medical care is crucial, especially in women's health, where many feel dismissed by healthcare professionals.
If your health insurance denies a claim, this tool uses AI to help you fight back
Health insurance denials are common and often lead to patients foregoing necessary medical care.
Our Healthcare System Is Broken. Can Technology Help Heal It?
The American healthcare system is under severe scrutiny following tragic events, revealing significant dissatisfaction among both patients and healthcare professionals.
Doctors, Community Leaders Ramp Up Efforts to Halt Closure of East San Jose Trauma Center | KQED
The closure of a hospital in California would severely impact the county health care system, leading to negative repercussions for patients.
Penge daughter of dad with cancer forced to wait 25 hours in A&E demands change
Beth Hillman highlights the urgent need for separate emergency care for cancer patients after her father's traumatic experience in A&E.
Our Healthcare System Is Broken. Can Technology Help Heal It?
The American healthcare system is under severe scrutiny following tragic events, revealing significant dissatisfaction among both patients and healthcare professionals.
Doctors, Community Leaders Ramp Up Efforts to Halt Closure of East San Jose Trauma Center | KQED
The closure of a hospital in California would severely impact the county health care system, leading to negative repercussions for patients.
Penge daughter of dad with cancer forced to wait 25 hours in A&E demands change
Beth Hillman highlights the urgent need for separate emergency care for cancer patients after her father's traumatic experience in A&E.
'The radio interview that helped saved my life as I realised I was having a stroke'
Fiona Meagher's son effectively utilized his recent training to assist during her stroke emergency, highlighting the importance of awareness and education.
Patients are tampering with Ozempic and Mounjaro pens to extend doses due to high costs.
An Upcoming White House Decision May Jeopardize Americans' Access to Life-Saving Drugs - MedCity News
The White House may implement a rule that could either save or cost patients billions in prescription drug expenses.
Cures for rare diseases now exist. Employers don't want to pay
The rise of multimillion-dollar gene therapies is pushing employers to drop coverage, leaving families in desperate situations.
LETTER: Federal legislation would cure dysfunctional billing for medical services
Healthcare billing must be fair and predictable, especially for those with terminal illnesses and limited income.
76% of patients in this study got a break on their medical bill. Here's how they did it
Advocating for yourself regarding medical bills can yield significant financial relief.
You've covered your copayment; now brace yourself for the facility fee'
State lawmakers are working to address excessive hospital facility fees for routine services, resulting in unexpected additional charges for patients and dissatisfaction among employers and patients.
The Ozempic Hackers
Patients are tampering with Ozempic and Mounjaro pens to extend doses due to high costs.
An Upcoming White House Decision May Jeopardize Americans' Access to Life-Saving Drugs - MedCity News
The White House may implement a rule that could either save or cost patients billions in prescription drug expenses.
Cures for rare diseases now exist. Employers don't want to pay
The rise of multimillion-dollar gene therapies is pushing employers to drop coverage, leaving families in desperate situations.
LETTER: Federal legislation would cure dysfunctional billing for medical services
Healthcare billing must be fair and predictable, especially for those with terminal illnesses and limited income.
76% of patients in this study got a break on their medical bill. Here's how they did it
Advocating for yourself regarding medical bills can yield significant financial relief.
You've covered your copayment; now brace yourself for the facility fee'
State lawmakers are working to address excessive hospital facility fees for routine services, resulting in unexpected additional charges for patients and dissatisfaction among employers and patients.
'I trusted the doctors and now I'm dying' - terminally ill mum Evija Rudzone, whose cancer was missed, urges women to have faith in their own bodies
Misdiagnosis led to terminal illness for a Cavan-based chef.
People Are Opening Up About Their Most Mortifying Experiences At The Doctor, And It's Deeply Disturbing
Misdiagnosis can lead to unfairly dismissing a patient's pain, as experienced by a young girl due to a neurologist's oversight.
The importance of thorough investigation and referrals in medical diagnosis, particularly regarding mental health and neurological conditions.
Doctors told me I wasn't old enough for cancer. When I finally got a diagnosis, it was Stage 4.
Katie Coleman's memoir details her life-changing cancer diagnosis after years of misdiagnosis, emphasizing the emotional turmoil and eventual acceptance of the truth.
Long Dismissed, Chronic Lyme Disease Is Finally Getting Its Moment
Misdiagnosis can lead to years of suffering and challenges in identifying the root cause of health issues.
'I trusted the doctors and now I'm dying' - terminally ill mum Evija Rudzone, whose cancer was missed, urges women to have faith in their own bodies
Misdiagnosis led to terminal illness for a Cavan-based chef.
People Are Opening Up About Their Most Mortifying Experiences At The Doctor, And It's Deeply Disturbing
Misdiagnosis can lead to unfairly dismissing a patient's pain, as experienced by a young girl due to a neurologist's oversight.
The importance of thorough investigation and referrals in medical diagnosis, particularly regarding mental health and neurological conditions.
Doctors told me I wasn't old enough for cancer. When I finally got a diagnosis, it was Stage 4.
Katie Coleman's memoir details her life-changing cancer diagnosis after years of misdiagnosis, emphasizing the emotional turmoil and eventual acceptance of the truth.
Long Dismissed, Chronic Lyme Disease Is Finally Getting Its Moment
Misdiagnosis can lead to years of suffering and challenges in identifying the root cause of health issues.
Women urged to get symptoms checked as ultra-rare cancer dismissed as menopause
Jo Shaw Pyke endured misdiagnosis for 18 months before discovering rare vulvar mucosal melanoma, emphasizing the importance of proper medical evaluations.
Woman with cancer warns of rare breast implant risk
Susan Axelby warns that young women with breast implants may be at risk of a rare cancer linked to implants.
Miracles do happen. Ask Rob Ricco, now cancer free: 'Faith over fear! What the mind believes, the body can achieve'
Rob Ricco's cancer journey highlights the importance of early detection and seeking specialized care, which can offer new hope even in dire situations.
'I thought it was a recurrence of old back pain' - Wexford principal on being diagnosed with incurable blood cancer
Pat Gately highlights the importance of awareness and early diagnosis in the fight against Multiple Myeloma through his Miles for Myeloma campaign.
Mum's health warning as lumps dismissed as an infection turned out to be cancer
Proactive health attention is crucial; early detection of lumps can lead to timely treatment of serious conditions like cancer.
Women urged to get symptoms checked as ultra-rare cancer dismissed as menopause
Jo Shaw Pyke endured misdiagnosis for 18 months before discovering rare vulvar mucosal melanoma, emphasizing the importance of proper medical evaluations.
Woman with cancer warns of rare breast implant risk
Susan Axelby warns that young women with breast implants may be at risk of a rare cancer linked to implants.
Miracles do happen. Ask Rob Ricco, now cancer free: 'Faith over fear! What the mind believes, the body can achieve'
Rob Ricco's cancer journey highlights the importance of early detection and seeking specialized care, which can offer new hope even in dire situations.
'I thought it was a recurrence of old back pain' - Wexford principal on being diagnosed with incurable blood cancer
Pat Gately highlights the importance of awareness and early diagnosis in the fight against Multiple Myeloma through his Miles for Myeloma campaign.
Mum's health warning as lumps dismissed as an infection turned out to be cancer
Proactive health attention is crucial; early detection of lumps can lead to timely treatment of serious conditions like cancer.
Breast cancer patients denied life-extending drug in cost row
Patients with advanced breast cancer in the UK are denied Enhertu, a drug that could extend their lives, due to funding decisions by NICE.
Former MTV host Ananda Lewis says she has Stage 4 breast cancer
Ananda Lewis, battling Stage 4 breast cancer, reflects on her treatment choices and the importance of sharing personal cancer journeys despite criticism.
Breast cancer patients denied life-extending drug in cost row
Patients with advanced breast cancer in the UK are denied Enhertu, a drug that could extend their lives, due to funding decisions by NICE.
Former MTV host Ananda Lewis says she has Stage 4 breast cancer
Ananda Lewis, battling Stage 4 breast cancer, reflects on her treatment choices and the importance of sharing personal cancer journeys despite criticism.
Maeve Boothby O'Neill died because of a discredited view of ME. How was this allowed to happen? | George Monbiot
The tragic death of Maeve Boothby O'Neill highlights the severe mismanagement and misunderstanding of ME/CFS within the healthcare system.
I've been tired since I was 13': ME patients hope harrowing inquest will change perceptions
The tragic story of Maeve Boothby O'Neill sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals with ME/CFS and the need for improved understanding and treatment.
Maeve Boothby O'Neill died because of a discredited view of ME. How was this allowed to happen? | George Monbiot
The tragic death of Maeve Boothby O'Neill highlights the severe mismanagement and misunderstanding of ME/CFS within the healthcare system.
I've been tired since I was 13': ME patients hope harrowing inquest will change perceptions
The tragic story of Maeve Boothby O'Neill sheds light on the challenges faced by individuals with ME/CFS and the need for improved understanding and treatment.
Sixty Years Later, and Thalidomide Is Still With Us
Frances Kelsey’s actions prevented thalidomide's U.S. approval, protecting many from its devastating impact seen globally.
Families criticise redacted report into disgraced surgeon
The redacted report raises serious concerns about surgical practices and transparency at Great Ormond Street Hospital regarding long-term injuries in children.
She Was Having Bouts of Vision Loss. Why?
A 22-year-old woman navigates her first independent medical consultation, seeking answers for a lifelong battle with a rare autoimmune disorder.
Weight-loss drugs are life-changing - and expensive. Here's one woman's solution.
Women like Tara Rothenhoefer find affordable access to weight-loss medication through telehealth, despite previously facing unaffordable prices of over $1,000 monthly.
Urgent care or ER? With one-stop shop,' hospitals offer both under same roof
The combination emergency room and urgent care center model aims to simplify patient decision-making and potentially save them significant costs on healthcare services.
Six people facing disciplinary process in wake of Aoife Johnston's death at UHL
UHL's emergency department acknowledges reduced but persisting risk, striving for enhanced safety measures post-Aoife's death.
Urgent care or ER? With one-stop shop,' hospitals offer both under same roof
The combination emergency room and urgent care center model aims to simplify patient decision-making and potentially save them significant costs on healthcare services.
Six people facing disciplinary process in wake of Aoife Johnston's death at UHL
UHL's emergency department acknowledges reduced but persisting risk, striving for enhanced safety measures post-Aoife's death.