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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.
Does the Viral Olive Oil and Lemon Shot Have Health Benefits?
A gastrointestinal surgeon discusses why this trend has so much appeal and whether it's worth your time.
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
Steven Roth sells former Queens department store to Northwell Health for $236M
Two of New York’s frequent real estate shoppers just made a $236 million deal on an abandoned department store in Queens.The seller was Steven Roth, who acquired the 340,000-square-foot retail property in 1995 after a battle for control with now-President Donald Trump. Roth and partners stand to reap a nearly $150 million gain from selling the building near the Long Island Expressway to Northwell Health. The deal was disclosed Monday by Alexander’s Inc., a real estate firm Roth runs that is named after the big-in-its-time department store that once operated in the building. Alexander’s filed for bankruptcy in 1992 and closed all 11 of its locations. The site later became a Sears. It has been vacant since Burlington and Marshalls moved out last year.
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.
Is Community Health Systems Attractive Despite Its Heavy Debt Load?
CHY improves cash flow and divests assets to cut debt, but can its operational gains outweigh its still-heavy leverage?
Spacewalk Preps and Health Checks Using Augmented Reality, Artificial Intelligence
Spacewalk preparations are underway aboard the International Space Station as two astronauts check their spacesuits and review procedures. The Expedition 74 crew also experimented with augmented reality and artificial intelligence to conduct health checks in space. Meanwhile, a U.S. cargo spacecraft nears it departure this week.
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.
Gov. Moore's 2027 budget proposal supports businesses hurt by Purple Line construction
Governor Wes Moore is expected to highlight how his budget proposal will support small businesses and drive economic development along the Purple Line corridor
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.
Health district begins mosquito surveillance 1 month early
The public is encouraged to “Fight the Bite” as conditions favor early mosquito activity.
Hims & Hers Health and Novo Nordisk end lawsuit over weight loss medications, enter collaboration
Hims & Hers Health has agreed to stop selling compound versions of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and other weight-loss drugs, ending a patent lawsuit for now.
EY Consumer Beverage Survey: New consumer research finds health-led choices, generational changes and digital discovery are redefining beverage expectations
The EY organization today released findings from its Consumer Beverage Survey, uncovering three major forces – health, digital engagement and generation shifts – that are reshaping beverage choice and consumption behavior. The study, based on a survey of more than 2,500 consumers across the US and Brazil, explores how these evolving preferences are redefining what people expect from beverages today, and what they will demand tomorrow.
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.
NYCFC’s Keaton Parks brace vs. Orlando a major high amid continuous health concerns
Keaton Parks scored his first goal in 335 days, and his first brace since June 2019, against Orlando City during New York City FC’s 5-0 home-opening win over
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.
R&B star singer drops off concert tour due to serious health condition
This Chicago native and R&B crooner will not join B2K and other artists on 28 city tour.
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.
Hims & Hers Health and Novo Nordisk end lawsuit over weight loss medications, enter collaboration
Novo Nordisk is dismissing its patent infringement lawsuit against telehealth company Hims & Hers, as the two companies have reached an agreement that will see Novo Nordisk’s branded weight los…
OpenLoop faces lawsuit after alleged health data breach
The Des Moines digital health enabler raised a $15M Series A in 2023.
Hims & Hers Health and Novo Nordisk end lawsuit over weight loss medications, enter collaboration
Novo Nordisk is dismissing its patent infringement lawsuit against telehealth company Hims & Hers, as the two companies have reached an agreement that will see Novo Nordisk’s branded weight loss medicines sold through the Hims platform.
Hims & Hers Health and Novo Nordisk End Lawsuit Over Weight Loss Medications, Enter Collaboration
Novo Nordisk is dismissing its patent infringement lawsuit against telehealth company Hims & Hers, as the two companies have reached an agreement that will see Novo Nordisk’s branded weight loss medicines sold through the Hims platform. Shares of Hims & Hers Health Inc. jumped more than 40% in ...
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.
US military reviewing National Guard member’s death in Kuwait in health-related incident
A New York City police officer died in a “non-combat related incident” while deployed to Kuwait in support of the war on Iran, according to the Pentagon and city and state officials. Maj. Sorffly D…
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)
Fresh turmoil at the FDA with Prasad's exit
Prasad out again, generic Ozempic on its way, and more health news from Morning Rounds
Unveiling Beauty Health (SKIN) Q4 Outlook: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Beauty Health (SKIN), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended December 2025.
Talkspace to be acquired for $835 million by mental health services giant
United Health Services, a behavioral health provider that operates over 340 inpatient facilities across 40 states, announced Monday that it will acquire
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
Scientists Analyzed Air Bubbles Frozen in Ice. They’re Full of Warning Signs for Humanity.
While hydrogen itself doesn’t trap greenhouse gases, its interaction with other gases can indirectly heat the atmosphere 11 times faster than carbon dioxide does.
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.
There’s slime in these upcoming plans at Stan State in Turlock. See why and when
Take “a bag to collect all your treasures.”
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.
86-bed facility for adults with behavioral health issues opening in Bellingham
The Lake Whatcom Center will open the facility this month after years of renovation and a supportive grant from local sales tax funds.
Scientists found a surprising way to make exercise work better
Exercise normally boosts the body’s ability to use oxygen, a key marker of health and longevity — but high blood sugar can block that benefit. Researchers found that a ketogenic diet helped mice normalize blood sugar and dramatically improved how their muscles responded to exercise. Their muscles became better at using oxygen and built more endurance fibers. The results suggest diet and exercise may work together in surprising ways to improve metabolic health.
Why Mental Health Language Is Everywhere Now
Words like “trauma,” “narcissist,” and “anxious attachment” are now common currency. What happens when the language of psychology and psychiatry becomes the language of the everyday?
Lowering Your A1C: Expert-Backed Tips for Better Heart Health
Lowering your A1C can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease. You can lower your A1C by eating more fiber and protein, cutting back on refined carbs, and more.
Giving GLP-1 users bite-sized nudges toward healthy habits
Stanford Medicine study shows digital lifestyle nudges may catalyze a critical first step towards behavior change for those taking GLP-1 medications.
Leading Public Health Experts Urge Federal Court to Block HHS Policy Restricting Immigrants’ Access to Essential Health Programs | Milken Institute School of Public Health | The George Washington University
Amici curiae brief argues July 2025 HHS notice is unlawful, harmful to public health, and economically damaging nationwide
How Drinking Tea the ‘Right’ Way Boosts Health Benefits, According to a New Study
Brewed is better than bottles and bubbles.
Low-Carb or Low-Fat? The Right Foods Matter More for Heart Health, Study Finds
A new study suggests that low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets can lower the risk of heart disease, but only if people consume high-quality, plant-based foods and fewer refined carbs and animal products.
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.
Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Hims & Hers Health, oil stocks, Live Nation Entertainment & more
These are the stocks posting the largest moves in premarket trading.
Universal Health Services, Inc. to Acquire Talkspace, Inc.
/PRNewswire/ -- Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Talkspace, Inc. (NASDAQ:...
Universal Health Services, Inc. to Acquire Talkspace, Inc.
Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Talkspace, Inc. (NASDAQ: TALK) for $5.25 per share. The enterprise value for the transaction is approximately $835 million, which UHS intends to finance with borrowings pursuant to its existing revolving credit facility.
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.
Challenging your brain helps keep it healthy. Here’s how to do it
Doctors often advise exercising your brain to stay sharp but stretching your brain might be the better description.
Fee on health insurers to fund abortion services debated in WA Legislature
Certain insurers in Washington state could soon need to foot the bill for additional abortion grant funding.
Making small changes: How food impacts our health
Join The Dallas Morning News for a panel discussion on "food as medicine," and learn just how much of a person's health is determined outside the doctor's...
Women's Health AI Outperforms VC's Own Benchmarks—Yet The Funding Gap Persists
Female founders deliver 25% of VC exits with lower burn rates, but raised 22% less in 2025. PitchBook data reveals the systematic mispricing of women's health AI.
America’s vaccine skepticism is starting to show up in health data
RKF Jr. wanted parents to question the science. A study of 12 million newborns shows they listened.
Dentists square off with city in fight over control of CPS oral health program
Dentists serving thousands of Chicago Public Schools students want the state — not the city — to oversee an in-school oral health program, citing what they say is political retaliation for questioning billing practices.
12 Nashville restaurants scored 70 or lower in February health reports
The Tennessee Department of Health conducted 1,974 inspections of food establishments in Nashville in February. 12 initially scored 70 or lower
Newsom's fight with Trump and RFK Jr. on public health
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has positioned himself as a national public health leader by staking out science-backed policies in contrast with the Trump administration.
'It's a very unique biological specimen': The scientists using menstrual blood to diagnose diseases
From diagnosing endometriosis and cervical cancer to diabetes, vitamin D deficiency, and pollution exposure, here's what menstrual blood can reveal about your health.
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 […]
Longtime State College business owner prepares to retire, close final store
The Barefoot shoe store will run a progressive markdown sale to liquidate its inventory of shoes, clothes and more.
Congress plans new response to health cyberattacks
The plan puts the burden on the government and providers to prevent serious breaches that cut across the industry.
Baystate Health CEO Peter Banko wrote book on firing people. He has lots of practice.
Baystate has cut nearly 400 jobs in past two years.
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.
Lee Health: Excellence in nursing, excellence for our community
If you follow Lee Health on social media, you’ve likely seen the news, but I wanted to take a moment to personally celebrate ...
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.
Billionaires Made 19% of Federal Election Campaign Contributions in 2024
Billionaires made 19 percent of all reported federal campaign contributions in 2024, a Times analysis shows, and even more in some local elections. Wealthy donors are reaping the rewards.
Newsom Picks a Dogfight With Trump and RFK Jr. on Public Health
Scientists are cheering California Gov. Gavin Newsom as he builds a public health bulwark against health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine stance and President Donald Trump’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization. Still, federal cuts have sapped morale and left local health departments less prepared for outbreaks.
The next redistricting battle might be who is counted in state legislative districts
A Republican push to alter the census may lead to a radical shift in redistricting for state legislatures — drawing districts that don't take into account children and non-U.S. citizen adults.
What are plasticizers, and are they bad for our health?
Tests in Germany show children and teens are contaminated with banned plasticizers. You may never have heard of these potentially toxic chemicals, but they're everywhere, including clothes, cosmetics and food packaging.
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.
Want stainless cookware, Italian food? Try these new NJ businesses
Dante's in Clifton serves Italian fare. Laon Table in Englewood sells Saladmaster stainless steel. Valley-Mount Sinai Children's Health is in Wayne.
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.
UNMC, health system shift mobile device management
Learn more about the minimal changes users will experience during this transition.
Stadium lights pose health risk, campaigner warns
The chair of DarkSky UK says special lights growing turf at football grounds can harm human health.
‘Rooster’: Gwyneth Paltrow’s Lookalike Daughter Apple Martin Appears in Classroom Cameo
Apple Martin made her scripted TV debut in the premiere of HBO's new comedy.
Sabres, Lightning battle in one of the wildest NHL games in decades
In the Sabres' win over the Lightning, the teams combined for 15 goals, 28 penalties and 102 penalty minutes as Bufflo won its seventh in a row.
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
Community gathers at Bell Tower to 'Stand Up for Science', protesting national limitations to research
Attendees spoke about a range of issues impacting scientific inquiry and the environment — from national funding cuts to state rulings impacting environmental health and safety.
This Overlooked Health Condition Could Raise Your Risk of Death by 83%
A study following more than 5,000 participants for 12 years found that straightforward clinical measurements can help identify sarcopenic obesity without relying on complex imaging methods such as MRI and CT scans. Researchers from the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) in Brazil, working
Wellness to take center stage at Binghamton Health Fair
Multidimensional health and well-being is the goal at Binghamton University, and the annual Health Fair brings the community together to showcase the many programs, services, and opportunities available to students to optimize their journey to a healthier
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.
Local organizations using partnerships to protect health, environment
Simple but targeted actions can make a big difference in protecting people from environmental health harms.
Corpus Christi executive leaders spearhead local women’s heart health movement
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, March 3, 2026 — Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death for women[1] in Corpus Christi and across the United States. To change that, the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of...
Marubeni Chosen for the 2026 Health & Productivity Stock Selection (Fifth Selection over Four Consecutive Years), and Certified as a “White 500” Company for the Ninth Consecutive Year
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Daylight Saving Could Harm Your Health. Here's How to Adjust.
Many already struggle with sleep.
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.
Cem Özdemir, first German state premier with Turkish roots
Cem Özdemir is set to become the first politician with Turkish roots to lead a German federal state. His Green Party won elections in the wealthy southwestern region of Baden-Württemberg.
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.
Carrots aren’t the only food for better vision: 4 others that may help protect your eyes
Discover four surprising foods that boost eye health beyond carrots. Learn how egg yolks, pistachios, sweet potatoes and spinach protect vision naturally.
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
How ADHD diagnosis helped my mental health
Letter: I spent my life pre-diagnosis suffering from depression and low self-esteem, writes Francesca Finch-Andrews
This is why you only breathe out of one nostril at a time
One of the most bothersome things about being sick or having seasonal allergies is that it makes your nose stuffy and blocked. This makes breathing in through your nostrils frustrating – if not altogether impossible.
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.
How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health
Most of the U.S. springs forward Sunday losing one hour of sleep that can disrupt circadian rhythm and raise short term risks of crashes and heart attacks.