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Maryland Taps Affordable Care Act Fund To Help Pay for Abortion Care
The state is using an old source of funding to pay for a new money crunch: assisting out-of-state patients with the costs associated with abortion.
KFF Health News' 'What the Health?': Trump Further Politicizes Science
President Donald Trump’s latest executive order about science and medicine seeks to take funding decisions out of the hands of career scientists and give them to political appointees instead. And a gunman, reportedly disgruntled over covid vaccines, shoots at the headquarters of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, killing a law enforcement officer. Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, Shefali Luthra of The 19th, and Sarah Karlin-Smith of the Pink Sheet join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss these stories and more. Also this week, Rovner interviews Aaron Carroll, president and CEO of the health services research group AcademyHealth, about how to restore the public’s trust in public health.
‘Alternative Facts’ Aren’t a Reason To Skip Vaccines
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s decision to defund mRNA research is just the latest to put ideology above public health.
‘A Fear Pandemic’: Immigration Raids Push Patients Into Telehealth
With intensified immigration enforcement in California, community clinics serving Latino and immigrant populations say they’ve noticed an increase in appointment cancellations and telehealth usage. But, as the covid-19 pandemic showed, accessing the necessary technology can be a challenge and virtual appointments can take a person’s health care only so far.
Pandemia de miedo: redadas de inmigración empujan a pacientes a la telemedicina
Los pacientes que necesitan atención médica tienen cada vez más miedo de buscarla después que Trump derogara una política de la era Biden que prohibía redadas en zonas "sensibles" como escuelas, iglesias y hospitales.
How Mindfulness Can Improve Mental Health
In today’s fast-paced world, our minds often race from one worry to another. Between work, relationships, social media, and personal responsibilities, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. This constant mental chatter can affect our emotional well-being. But there’s a simple practice that can help quiet the noise—mindfulness. Mindfulness is more than a buzzword. It’s a powerful tool that can support mental clarity, reduce anxiety, and promote emotional balance. And the best part? Anyone can practice it, anywhere, anytime. What Is Mindfulness? Mindfulness means being fully present in the moment. It’s the act of paying attention to what you’re doing, feeling, or thinking—without judgment. When you wash the dishes, you focus on the warmth of the water and the motion of your hands. When you walk outside, you notice the feeling of the breeze or the sound of birds. Instead of being stuck in the past or worrying about the future, mindfulness anchors you in the here and now. The Link Between Mindfulness and Mental Health When practiced regularly, mindfulness can help calm a busy mind. Research shows it can lower stress, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, and even change how the brain responds to emotional triggers. A meta-analysis published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that mindfulness meditation programs can improve symptoms of anxiety, depression, and pain after just eight weeks of practice [Goyal et al., 2014]. 1. Reduces Stress Stress is a part of life, but chronic stress can take a toll on your mental and physical health. Mindfulness teaches... The post How Mindfulness Can Improve Mental Health appeared first on Health and Natural Healing Tips.
Jun 6, 2025
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Right to Try vs. Expanded Access: What Patients Need to Know
When facing a life-threatening condition with no approved treatment options, patients and their families often find themselves navigating complex regulatory pathways in search of experimental therapies. Two distinct routes exist for accessing investigational treatments outside of clinical trials: the FDA’s long-established Expanded Access Program, also known as compassionate use, and the newer Right to Try pathway created by federal legislation in 2018. Understanding the key differences, advantages, and limitations of these options is crucial for patients confronting difficult treatment decisions. The FDA’s Expanded Access Program has evolved significantly since its formal establishment in the 1980s during the HIV/AIDS crisis. This pathway requires a multi-step process: the treating physician must contact the drug manufacturer to request the investigational treatment; if the company agrees, the physician then submits an application to the FDA; and finally, an Institutional Review Board (IRB) must approve the treatment plan. While this process may seem bureaucratically cumbersome, the FDA approves approximately 99% of expanded access requests it receives, often within days or even hours for emergency situations. The Right to Try Act, signed into law in May 2018, emerged from a movement arguing that terminally ill patients should have direct access to experimental treatments without government oversight. Under this pathway, eligible patients can work with their physicians to request investigational drugs directly from pharmaceutical companies, bypassing FDA review and significantly reducing paperwork requirements. However, similar to expanded access, drug manufacturers remain under no obligation to provide their investigational products. Eligibility criteria represent one significant difference between these... The post Right to Try vs. Expanded Access: What Patients Need to Know appeared first on Health and Natural Healing Tips.
Take control of your health this National High Blood Pressure Education Month
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month, a reminder to focus on understanding and managing this common condition. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, often has no symptoms, making it a silent threat to your health.
Clinic Avoids Closure Through Dignity Health Acquisition, Urgent Care Opening Boosts Community Access
As part of its mission to expand and protect vital health services in the North State, Dignity Health has acquired Hilltop Medical Clinic, securing urgent care access for the Redding community. Recognizing the vital role this clinic plays in serving the community, Dignity Health is stepping in to ensure continued access to care. Without this transition, the clinic would have been at risk of closure. Effective June 20, 2025, the clinic was transitioned into and renamed Dignity Health Urgent Care. The clinic reopened to the public June 30, 2025.
Introducing Dr. Scott Robertson, Dignity Health Medical Foundation CEO
CommonSpirit Health Physician Enterprise is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Robertson, MD, as System Senior Vice President, Physician Enterprise – California Region for CommonSpirit Health and Chief Executive Officer of Dignity Health Medical Foundation (DHMF).
How to Boost Your Energy Levels During Menopause
One of the most challenging aspects of menopause for women is fatigue. So many women in their forties and fifties facing years of transitioning through menopause have so much on their plates. Many are still raising children, working, and caring for elderly parents. This is not to mention trying to maintain an active social life, engage in self-care, and keep a marriage alive. So, how do you keep those energy levels up when estrogen drops seem determined to keep them down? Here are some surefire tips. Address Serious Issues First Okay, before you can do anything else, you have to address the ongoing discomfort, aches, and pains you may be facing at this time. Perimenopause and menopause come with issues like frequent UTIs, vaginal dryness, which can cause painful intercourse and cramps. One of these problems is bad enough. If you’ve got multiple causes of agony, you can’t possibly be expected to jump up and race through your busy day with your usual zest for life. So, take care of those issues first. To help you get ahead of UTIs, you can take a UTI supplement. For vaginal dryness, try using a vaginal moisturizer. For migraines and other inflammatory aches and pains, try ginger and turmeric tea, Epsom salt baths, and a pain reliever like Ibuprofen if the pain is intense. Your goal is to get yourself to where you feel more balanced and well, so you can work on your energy. Exercise Daily The next step is to step... The post How to Boost Your Energy Levels During Menopause appeared first on Health and Natural Healing Tips.
Beyond the latch: What to expect from a lactation consultation
Becoming a new mother is a journey filled with joy, wonder, and, let's be honest, a healthy dose of uncertainty. Feeding your baby can feel overwhelming, but that's where an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) can be an invaluable resource, offering guidance and a safe space to explore your options.We're shining a spotlight on Sarah Fulop-Furlano, IBCLC a lactation consultant with Dignity Health Medical Group — Dominican, to give you a glimpse into her care philosophy and what you can expect when seeking support.
Aug 14, 2025