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Primary Care Is in Trouble. So Doctors Band Together To Boost Their Market Power.
Thousands of primary care practices are fighting to remain financially viable and independent. Many are banding together to form Independent Physician Associations, or IPAs, to increase their market power.
Haleon Strengthens Commitment to China as Consumers Focus on Better Everyday Health
SHANGHAI, March 11, 2026--Haleon, a consumer company that is solely focused on better everyday health, is investing £65 million in a new state-of-the-art oral health manufacturing site in Shanghai. The facility will support the expansion of its oral care portfolio – which includes the global brands Sensodyne and parodontax – into China’s fast-growing tier 2 and tier 3 cities, where rising incomes, growing awareness of everyday health and a shift towards trusted, branded products are reshaping co
AI agents are rapidly spreading in health care, but validation is lacking
AI agents to perform health care work are everywhere at HIMSS 2026. Experts want to know more about their validation.
Northwestern alumni turn passion into full-time antique jewelry business
When Kasia Bogdanowicz (Weinberg ’89) retired from her career as a corporate lawyer, she turned to her passion for antique jewelry by founding Blu Dog World, a business specializing in vintage fine jewelry. Now, her company, which sells jewelry at booths and online and competes in international antique and trunk shows, is opening an independent...
Bam Adebayo erupts for 83 points in Heat's win over Wizards, passes Kobe Bryant for second-highest scoring game history
Bam Adebayo had a career-high 43 points in the first half alone on Tuesday night at the Kesaya Center.
A new wave of disrupters takes on American health care
Patients are unhappy. Can AI help?
Uninsured rate in Minnesota spikes, climbing to the highest level in 6 years
Uninsurance rates have risen across the state and among nearly all demographic groups, highlighting persistent disparities, the health department said.
Health Care Heroes honored in Rochester
The event recognized 39 organizations and individuals in the area who have made a difference in local health care.
Paying cash for healthcare could help cut your medical bills
With discounts of up to 80% on medical costs, it's becoming increasingly difficult not to consider cash-pay healthcare.
Clemson graduate Michael Newman turns passion for science into communications career
In graduate school, Newman realized that while he loved science, bench research was not for him. Instead, he's spent his career as a science communicator.
Amazon expands free healthcare AI assistant to all users
The model, announced in January, was previously exclusive to members of One Medical, the company's clinical services provider.
Henry Ford, Covenant announce new joint venture for neurological care
As part of the deal, Covenant HealthCare and Henry Ford Health plan to build a joint neurosciences outpatient facility in Saginaw Township.
Amazon launches healthcare AI assistant on its website, app
Amazon.com will expand access to its healthcare AI assistant for customers using its website and app, aiming to streamline care for over 30 conditions, it said on Tuesday.
Amazon launches Health AI agent on Amazon website and app with free 24/7 access to virtual care for Prime members
Simulation Training Featured in New Episode of NYC Health + Hospitals Podcast The Remedy - NYC Health + Hospitals
New York, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals today released a new episode of its podcast, The Remedy, featuring leaders and health care providers from the
Greenway Health unveils AI-enabled EHR-RCM platform
Called Novare, it offers ambient note-taking, voice-activated chart search, agentic task helpers, intelligent coding suggestions, automated prior authorization, real-time benefit checks and more.
Lancaster County Health Advisory Council suggests \'trust your health care provider\' campaign
The Lancaster County Health Advisory Council will in the next 30 days compose a recommendation that the county undertake a public-messaging “trust your health care provider” campaign as a step
Crews monitoring carbon monoxide levels at health care facility
Emergency crews responding to reports of elevated carbon monoxide are ventilating a senior living facility.
Greenway Health debuts AI-enabled EHR-RCM platform
Called Novare, it offers ambient note-taking, voice-activated chart search, agentic task helpers, intelligent coding suggestions, automated prior authorization, real-time benefit checks and more.
Oregon lawmakers plug health funding gaps, brace for federal Medicaid changes
From vaccine access and urgent care standards to abortion protections and Medicaid funding, Oregon’s session reshaped the state’s health safety net.
Introducing Hims & Hers Benefits, Unlocking Health & Wellness Discounts for Subscribers
The program debuts with Prenuvo and Eight Sleep, providing discounts on advanced diagnostics and sleep technology Hims Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS), the leading health and wellness platform, today announced Hims Hers Benefits, a new way for subscribers to access the best innovations in whole body health. This new initiative provides active subscribers access to discounts from health partners, all in one place, including whole body MRI scans from Prenuvo and adaptive bed systems from Eight Sleep. This is just the beginning of a larger benefits program that will make comprehensive, holistic care more accessible and affordable for subscribers. “True health doesn’t happen in a vacuum. It’s the result of the data you gather, the insights you can access, and the daily choices you make,” said Dheerja Kaur, Chief Product Officer at Hims Hers. “By leveraging our scale, we’re bringing health and wellness innovations like Prenuvo’s whole body MRI scans and Eight Sleep’s
Josh Turek hears rural health care concerns, pitches public option
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek heard from health care professionals at a roundtable in Des Moines as part of his campaign.
Olaplex stock has plunged since its IPO. Here’s how the hair care brand is trying to turn itself around
Olaplex, a prestige hair care brand, has seen its sales and stock price plummet after a lawsuit. Now, the company is trying to turn its business around.
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Lonza, Roche and more in the latest Market Talks covering the health care sector.
Aveeno® announces research collaboration to advance skin health science and education as skin care brand celebrates 80 years of innovation
Collaboration to focus on preclinical and clinical research, professional education, and innovative strategies to amplify advancements in skin science
Aveeno® announces research collaboration to advance skin health science and education as skin care brand celebrates 80 years of innovation
Collaboration to focus on preclinical and clinical research, professional education, and innovative strategies to amplify advancements in skin science
Exclusive: Amigo AI raises $11M for health care AI
The company is entering a competitive segment and has a Series B planned for later this year.
Opinion: Youth Incarceration is a Public Health Crisis
Instead of receiving care, incarcerated youth are exposed to violence, isolation, chronic stress and medical neglect, write José Perez and Reggie Chatman.
More Kids Are in ERs for Tooth Pain. Trump Cuts and RFK Jr.’s Anti-Fluoride Fight Aren’t Helping.
Dentists, hygienists, and researchers say a shortage of rural dental care professionals and worsening oral hygiene since the covid-19 pandemic mean more kids are ending up in the emergency room for tooth decay.
Rep. Pingree built a farm-to-politics career. Now she’s working with MAHA moms.
Long before entering politics, Rep. Chellie Pingree was a self-described hippie, a back-to-the-lander and an organic farmer. In the 1970s, after attending college in Maine, she saw an opportunity to live a more sustainable life there. She decided to stay, and moved to an island off the coast where she and her husband started a […]
NC lawmakers eye concerns over child care availability, health care costs
State legislative committees meeting Tuesday are set to debate issues ranging from the availability of child care and maternal care in North Carolina, to costs associated with autism therapies and more.
Barclays Retains an Equal Weight Rating on Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (ACHC)
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACHC) is among the 12 Best Performing Stocks in February. On March 2, 2026, Barclays analyst Andrew Mok elevated Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACHC)’s price goal to $20 from $14, maintaining an Equal Weight rating. On February 25, 2026, Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:ACHC) announced fourth-quarter 2025 revenue of $821.5 million, […]
Opinion: Colorado health care system should include food as medicine
Building a sustainable approach to chronic disease requires collaboration among health providers, nonprofits, policymakers, community partners.
Med school best friends create guide for new immigrants navigating health care system
The project is supported by a 2025 Remillard Family Community Service Fund grant.
INTEGRIS Health, UnitedHealthcare reach deal, saving care for thousands of Oklahomans
A deal has been reached between INTEGRIS Health and UnitedHealthcare, saving thousands of Oklahomans from potentially losing care.
California lawmakers, advocates decry cuts to undocumented immigrant health care
Newsom’s budget imposes work requirements on Medi-Cal for undocumented immigrants.
California cut health care for undocumented immigrants. One lawmaker wants it back
Democrats and Republicans criticize Gov. Gavin Newsom’s handling of health care for undocumented immigrants for different reasons. One lawmaker is trying to restore health care services he cut.
Adventist HealthCare closing its Germantown Emergency Center
The Germantown Emergency Center is one of seven freestanding emergency rooms in Maryland. Those facilities provide the same level of care as a hospital ER.
Healthcare leaders navigating a 'very interesting time' for AI maturity
Some providers are in the very early stages. Others are spending big on shiny objects. Still others are well off to the races, with mature deployments enabling robust ROI. Where are we in the AI hype cycle? It depends, said panelists at HIMSS26.
Deadline arrives for INTEGRIS, UnitedHealth agreement, potentially shaking up care for thousands
A Monday deadline could have a major impact on health care access for thousands of patients across Oklahoma.
A Sanford Health doctor takes to the skies to bridge the rural health care gap in South Dakota
Sanford Health uses its own aircraft to provide 60 different types of specialty outreach to more than 200 locations each year.
Health care's exit backlog hits critical mass
Two scoops on deals show exits are still coming in fits and starts.
Myomo and Elevance Health Agree to Contract for Multi-State Network Participation
BURLINGTON, Mass., March 09, 2026--Myomo, Inc. (NYSE American: MYO) ("Myomo" or the "Company"), a wearable medical robotics company that offers increased functionality for those suffering from neurological disorders and upper-limb paralysis, announced today it has entered into its first among a series of expected network participation agreements with Elevance Health. The contracts, which include the Anthem-affiliated Commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid plans are expected to become effec
Healthcare has been propping up a shaky labor market. For the first time in over four years, the sector shed thousands of jobs
Without healthcare and social assistance jobs, the U.S. labor market would have seen a plummet of about 570,000 jobs in 2025.
Mehmet Oz says Obamacare enrollment may be ‘too high’
Even as the top official for Medicaid and Medicare claims millions may be falsely enrolled, the Trump administration is urging younger people to sign up for high-deductible ACA plans.
Mamdani backs health care savings effort that shares city workers’ drug data
Several of New York City’s public sector unions have raised privacy concerns about the arrangement.
Choice Healthcare Services Announces Expansion of Children’s Choice Pediatric Dentistry Locations in California
Two Locations to Launch New, Enhanced Offices in 2026 for Greater Patient Comfort and AccessibilitySacramento, CA, March 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Choice Healthcare Services, the parent company of Children’s Choice Dental Care, announced today the expansion and relocation of two of its dental care locations in California. The initiative is aimed at enhancing comfort, accessibility, and modern dental care for families and children in San Diego and Stockton. Children’s Choice Pediatric Dentistr
AI, embedded across the enterprise: valuable perspective from Mass General Brigham
At the HIMSS26 AI in Healthcare Forum, MGB's chief information and digital officer described strategies for governance, safety and sustainability as it strives to integrate artificial intelligence across all corners of the health system.
St. Mary's alumna becomes second woman in 51 years to earn engineering honor
St. Mary’s University alumna Jennifer “Jenny” LaFoy reached a career milestone in 2025 when the Texas Society of Professional Engineers named her Engineer of the Year. She is only the second woman to receive the distinction in the award’s 51-year history.
For Healthcare, The Real AI Challenge Has Always Been The Data
AI and blockchain are transforming Healthcare by fixing fragmented data, improving public health analytics, and enabling secure, real time medical insights.
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insights on Roche’s breast-cancer drug, the partnership between Hims & Hers and Novo Nordisk and more in the latest Market Talks from the health-care sector.
Your story, your voice: Help us spotlight Northeast Ohio’s health care heroes
Health care is the largest industry in Greater Cleveland, and we want to hear about your experiences with Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals or MetroHealth.
He Promised His Dying Mother He’d Protect the Family’s Health. In This Georgia Town, It Isn’t Easy.
“Keep the family healthy.” Those were some of the last words Clifford Thomas’ mother said to him. But in Albany, a town with a health care monopoly and no Medicaid expansion, staying healthy is a luxury that many are priced out of.
HIMSS26 sees the convergence of AI governance and cybersecurity resilience
The industry's anxiety is concentrated at this intersection, says Phil Sobol of health IT consulting firm CereCore. Here's what hospital and health system IT leaders can be doing to tackle the challenges.
Purpose, dignity, and joy through supported employment: connecting Vermonters experiencing mental health and substance use challenges with meaningful employment in their communities
Clara Martin Center’s IPS-supported employment program helps Vermonters with mental health or substance use challenges return to meaningful work by integrating clinical care, partnering with local employers, and restoring purpose, confidence, and community connection through individualized, community‑based support.
Gave up traveling full-time with family, successful YouTube career
I traveled full-time with my family for years and posted on YouTube. We gave up that lifestyle, but I worry about the negative impacts on our kids.
Report outlines premature deaths, chronic health problems among homeless Illinoisans
A volunteer with Street Samaritans hands out a care package to a person camping underneath a bridge in November in the Chicago area. (Medill Illinois News Bureau by Jacques Abou-Rizk)
Fierce Healthcare Names Escher Health a “Fierce 15” Company of 2026
OAKLAND, Calif., March 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Escher Health, a leader in healthcare financial AI, today announced that Fierce Healthcare has named it as one of 2026’s “Fierce 15” healthcare companies. The annual special report features the most innovative private healthcare companies looking to change the face of the industry. “Navigating safety net programs, including Medicaid, remains stubbornly complex, preventing people from receiving needed care until it’s urgent and expensive,” said
Fierce Healthcare Names Atropos Health a "Fierce 15" Company of 2026
PALO ALTO, Calif., March 09, 2026--Atropos Health, the pioneer in translating real-world clinical data into personalized real-world evidence (RWE), today announced that Fierce Healthcare has named it as one of 2026’s "Fierce 15" healthcare companies. The annual special report features the most innovative private healthcare companies looking to change the face of the industry.
Blending Psychology with Entertainment: Mentalist Dan Cain Gives Us a Mind-Blowing Demonstration
Mentalist Dan Cain joins us to discuss his career that blends psychology and entertainment, as well as giving us a mind-blowing demonstration.
Universal Health strikes $835 million Talkspace deal in mental health push
Hospital operator Universal Health Services said on Monday it would acquire virtual healthcare provider Talkspace in a deal valued at $835 million, amid rising demand for behavioral health services.
Hims & Hers Announces Strategic Shift for US Weight Loss Business
Starting with a new collaboration with Novo Nordisk, the company announced plans to align its US and global strategies with a focus on an increasing variety of FDA-approved GLP-1s Hims Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS) today announced a collaboration with Novo Nordisk as part of a new strategy for weight loss care treatments involving GLP-1s, evolving its US offering to match the company’s approach globally. In the US, the company now plans to provide GLP-1 customers with access to a broad assortment of FDA-approved medications and offer compounded semaglutide through the platform on a limited scale. By aligning its domestic and international models in weight loss, Hims Hers will become the largest global consumer health platform for access to more affordable, approved medications. The US weight loss landscape has transformed dramatically since Hims Hers entered the market in 2023. Progress in the industry has made a broader range of FDA-approved GLP-1 treatments
Statewide single-payer health care is back on the table, with a promise of no tax increase for 91% of Ohioans
Senate Bill 78 would not eliminate private insurance, as those providers would still be able to offer non-duplicative supplemental coverage.
Hennepin Healthcare's crisis is a warning for safety net hospitals
HCMC won't be the first safety net hospital pushed to the brink by recent Medicaid cuts, experts predict.
Health care coverage in West Virginia is unaffordable, but do its senators care?
“When I saw my new premium, I felt a pit in my stomach. I expected an increase, but it was a punch in the gut to see my premium had jumped 323%.” — Ellen Allen, executive director of West Virginians for Affordable Health Care Ms. Allen stated the above while testifying to the United States […]
Health care costs and access will feature prominently in 2026 congressional midterms
“Health care policy is going to be a top issue in all of these competitive House races this cycle,” said Cook Political Report analyst Erin Covey.
How healthcare affordability is driving health and business leaders to call for structural change
During a recent roundtable hosted by Crain’s Content Studio in partnership with the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, executives agreed: structural change is needed to solve healthcare affordability in the state.
Blue Cross Blue Shield says data back up claim that AI is driving up medical bills
A new data analysis from Blue Cross Blue Shield shows how AI coding may be driving up the cost of health care.
Health tech company says it will dive into Medicare’s new chronic care experiment
How a remote patient monitoring company is reworking its tech to enroll in a Medicare program seeking to align payment with health care outcomes.
After UnitedHealth moved in, Oregon sought to rein in corporate health care. Now, it’s facing an early test
PeaceHealth's move to replace ER doctors with ApolloMD clinicians is testing a new state law limiting corporate medicine.
No healthcare premiums? In this economy?! Here's how.
It turns out healthcare in America CAN be cheaper. If your employer wants it to be. Today on the show, we speak with a Canadian-founded startup that has unusually generous benefits for their employees. Come see Planet Money live on stage in April! 12 cities. Details and tix here: https://tix.to/pm-book-tour. Related episodes: Health insurance premiums are going up next year — unless you work at these companiesHealth care costs are soaring. Blame insurers, drug companies — and your employerThe hidden costs of healthcare churnFor sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter.
Trump’s Iran war drags the world into his tear-it-down politics
America’s attitude toward allies leading up to the Iran war was the geopolitical equivalent of a slogan on a jacket once notoriously sported by first lady Melania Trump: “I Really Don’t Care. Do U?”
Integris Health to close childcare centers, citing financial losses
Integris Health will shut down its childcare centers and Fun and Fit programs in August due to financial losses, highlighting a growing childcare crisis in Oklahoma.
How America’s nursing shortage impacts health care
Demand for nurses expected to continue through 2038
Health Equity in Action: Building Pathways to Care and Community Well-Being
Through a Cone Health cooking class, Antoinette Haynes was connected to the Virtual Primary Care Clinic at Hampton Homes, an initiative of Cone Health’s Center for Health Equity.
ColorStack provides computer science students with community and competitive edge
Binghamton University’s chapter of ColorStack helps students learn skills in computer science and supports career development, all while fostering a supportive community. Founded in 2023,...
Democrats in governor's race use debate stage to spotlight affordability, health care, rural Kansas
Three Democratic candidates for governor highlighted concerns they say Kansans want addressed: affordability, health care and rural support.
Death of North Kingstown police officer highlights mental health strains
Police departments across the region are mourning the loss of a North Kingstown officer whose career was cut short by tragedy just months after it began.
INTEGRIS Health issues statement after ending childcare and 'Fun & Fit' programs
INTEGRIS Health announces closure of childcare programs at Baptist and Southwest Medical Center locations, affecting parents and staff. Learn about the August 14 deadline and the reasons behind this decision.
Loudoun Co. vet takes charge of dog health care in Iditarod race
These canines are no slouches — and the Loudoun County woman helping keep them healthy as the Iditarod kicks off calls them extreme athletes.
Escaped inmate back in custody after an inpatient visit to mental health facility
A’Breeyon Wilson, 21, who escaped from police custody at Meridian Healthcare this afternoon, is now back behind bars.
Annual ice hockey tournament raises funds for free mental health care for first responders
Rochester, N.Y. — The third annual Guardian’s Cup took place at Tim Hortons Iceplex this weekend.This year's tournament featured 32 teams of first responders a
In a rough labor market, hiring in healthcare is a consistent bright spot
The proliferation of health provider and care worker jobs is supporting what little growth exists in the labor market right now.
Times Opinion: Diseases don’t care about politics. Vaccines save Tennesseans’ lives
As a family physician in Tennessee, I have the privilege of caring for people at every stage of life, from newborns to grandparents, often all within the same family.
A Classroom takes flight with Zion Williamson–inspired science lessons
A NYC high school class uses NBA star Zion Williamson’s injuries, body data and career path to explore nutrition, psychology and kinesiology.
Readers respond: Trump administration assaults science, health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Readers respond: Trump administration assaults science, health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Readers respond: Medicare’s broken system for home health care
Letters to the Editor can be submitted to letters@oregonian.com with full name and place of residence.
Diesel prices are climbing even faster than gas prices. Here’s why you should care
American drivers notice soaring gas prices. But another fuel – diesel – is also on the rise, and at a much faster pace.
UFC 326 post-fight press conference video
The UFC 326 post-fight press conference is the last piece of business to take care of after the action is over in the Octagon, and we have the live video above at MMAFighting.com. UFC officials will announce the winners of the “Fight of the Night” and the “Performance of the Night” bonuses, and winning fighters […]
$10.5M donation aims to support Federally Qualified Health Centers in WNC
Dogwood Health Trust Primary Care Development Corporation has announced a $10.5 million donation aiming to strengthen financial resilience
Social Determinants of Health and Access to Orthopedic Care Among Seniors in Little Havana
Introduction: Little Havana, Miami, Florida, is a predominantly Hispanic neighborhood with many adults and seniors aged 65 and older at risk for osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, and associated frac...
Women in Science: Alice Schlichtiger on Leadership, Mass Spectrometry, and Impact
In this interview, Dr. Alice Schlichtiger discusses her journey from academia to industry and shares her advice on building a successful career in science.
CA health officials warning beachgoers of bird flu for pets after elephant seals contract virus
People and their canine companions are urged to be extra careful now at the beaches because of a new warning from the California Department of Public Health about bird flu.
$106M 'mental health village' in Norwalk breaks ground: What to know
LA County has officially broken ground on a first-of-its-kind "Care Community" at the Metropolitan State Hospital campus, turning vacant buildings into 162 beds of treatment and housing.
UiPath Expands Into Healthcare AI As Valuation Lags Analyst Targets
UiPath (NYSE:PATH) has launched agentic AI automation tools tailored for healthcare providers and payers. The company is partnering with Genzeon to target data management and revenue cycle workflows. Use cases include medical records summarization, claim denial prevention, and prior authorization processing. For investors following NYSE:PATH, this move takes the company deeper into healthcare, a sector where many workflows still rely on manual processes and fragmented systems. UiPath built...
Gov. Mills responds to Dr. Oz’s request for MaineCare data
Last month, the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services gave Maine 30 days to answer questions about how the state handles MaineCare following a federal audit that found $46 million in alleged “improper” payments.
Mental health partnership strengthens care during LAMAT 2026 in Saint Kitts and Nevis
As the Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2026 mission concluded in Saint Kitts and Nevis, mental health professionals from the U.S. Air Force and local providers reflect on the partnerships built and the impact of their collaboration on mental health care across the islands. Working under the guidance of the Ministry of Health, the LAMAT mental health team partnered closely with local clinicians to better understand community needs while supporting care for patients across multiple settings.
Bengals Legend Willie Anderson Shares Major Health Update After Kidney Transplant
For a man who spent his career protecting his quarterback, Cincinnati Bengals legend Willie Anderson just won the most important battle of his own life. After being diagnosed with kidney disease about a decade ago, Anderson recently underwent surgery.