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Mental Health Startup Grow Therapy Hits $3 Billion Valuation
Sequoia Capital-backed mental health startup Grow Therapy has reached a $3 billion valuation with new funding.
Health care access in Michigan to expand through new funding to CMU
Hundreds of Michigan children and families will have increased access to preventive health care — and future health care providers will gain more hands-on training — thanks to new funding for Central Michigan University’s Mobile Health Central.
Holland & Knight Health Dose: March 3, 2026 | Insights
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations can submit requests for community project funding or "earmarks" as part of the LHHS appropriations bill.
AHCA/NCAL Submits Comments on Health Information Interoperability Proposed Rule
AHCA/NCAL submitted comments recently to the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy and the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ASTP/ONC) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in response to ...
Following This 3-Hour Rule Before Bed Could Support Healthy Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar
New research links not eating for a few hours before bed—and 13 to 16 hours overnight—with better heart health and blood sugar markers.
Actor and Cancer Advocate Patrick Dempsey Partners with Guardant Health to Raise Awareness about Colorectal Cancer Screening and Shield Blood Test, Sharing His Experience Getting Screened
1 in 3 eligible Americans avoid colorectal cancer (CRC) screenings because traditional methods are viewed as unpleasant and inconvenient Guardant's FDA-approved Shield blood test offers an easier, more convenient way to screen with a blood draw from any prescribing healthcare provider for adults 45+ at average risk for CRC Motivated by his mother’s cancer fight, Dempsey is calling on Americans to prioritize getting screened this CRC Awareness Month Guardant Health, Inc. (Nasdaq: GH), a leading precision oncology company, today announced its partnership with actor and cancer advocate Patrick Dempsey to increase awareness about colorectal cancer (CRC) screening and the Shield® blood test. Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2024 and recommended in national guidelines , Shield offers an easier way to screen for colorectal cancer (CRC) with just a blood draw for eligible individuals 45 and over at average risk for the disease. Patrick Dempsey, actor and cancer
Data Drives Public Health From Clinic to Community
Public health agencies need data to keep people healthy but getting that information depends on the cooperation of many people and organizations across health care and government.
Charlotte Stone Named Leader of the Quarter for UNC Health Pardee
Charlotte Stone Named Leader of the Quarter for UNC Health Pardee
How the IRC supports women’s health amidst crisis in remote regions of the DRC
In times of conflict, women and girls face the greatest risks—violence, exploitation and limited access to essential care. This International Women’s Day, discover how the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is supporting survivors of gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Health Care Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Roche, Summerset and more in the latest Market Talks covering Health Care.
Dearborn health leader joins Sheffield administration
Ali Abazeed will oversee efforts to tackle chronic disease and health inequities.
The cost of chaos at the CDC
Confusion at the federal level and funding cuts are devastating local health departments.
The quiet billing shift driving up health costs
The so-called coding intensity corresponds with an increase in hospital use of AI to help document patient visits.
There were 13 full-service public health clinics in L.A. County. Now there are 6
On Feb. 27, the L.A. County Department of Public Health eliminated services at six of its 13 free clinics, citing funding cuts at the federal, state and local levels.
Mabel the dog and the sports radio talk show host in Charlotte she rescued
Travis “T-Bone” Hancock, who co-hosts a morning sports radio show on Charlotte’s WFNZ, recently had to face the day every pet owner dreads.
Veterans Affairs Department Cut Thousands of Roles for Doctors and Nurses
The Trump administration has eliminated health care positions left vacant after a wave of resignations and retirements at the V.A. last year.
Can Owning a Pet Help You Live Longer?
Research suggests pets keep you healthier. But there are some caveats.
Even Patients Are Shocked by the Prices Their Insurers Will Pay — And It Costs All of Us
Health care prices are on the rise, and patients are flummoxed that even insurance companies aren’t doing more to control costs.
Calmatters: Californians Are Staying Insured But Settling For Health Coverage They May Not Use
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World Birth Defects Day: “Behind every diagnosis is a story that deserves to be supported through strong public policies and strengthened health systems”
Interview with Pablo Durán, Regional Advisor on Perinatal and Neonatal Health at PAHOWashington, D.C., March 3, 2026 (PAHO) – Today marks World Birth Defects Day, an opportunity to raise awareness about a group of conditions that remain one of the leading causes of neonatal mortality and childhood disability in the Region of the Americas. Although many can be prevented or treated, thousands of families each year face diagnoses that require specialized care, continuous follow-up, and comprehensive support.
WHO EPI-WIN webinar: Women in Health Emergencies
This webinar is held in alignment with the International Women’s Day commemoration on 8 March. It celebrates the tremendous contributions of women and girls in shaping a more equitable future, while also shining a light on the persistent challenges that must be overcome to achieve meaningful gender equality in emergency settings.
A Danish Program Takes On the Stigma of Mental Illness
One of Us, run by Denmark’s health ministry, works with people with mental health conditions to share their stories in schools, hospitals and police stations, helping turn fear into understanding.
Pollution and mental health: current scientific evidence
This briefing discusses the evidence that is currently available on the associations between environmental pollution and mental health. It is based on a review of the scientific literature, and it supports the zero pollution action plan (ZPAP) and the European Union’s (EU’s) Eighth Environment Action Programme (8 th EAP). Related content can be found here: Climate change impacts on mental health in Europe ; Impact of air pollution on mental health (signal) .
Prolonged Mideast crisis could shut oil output itself
If export routes via the Strait of Hormuz remain blocked, producers could be forced to halt production as storage fills up.
2026 Children's and Family Emmy Awards Winners List
The Walt Disney Company was the top winner of the night with 22 wins across its content brands and studios.
Redding Rancheria gives first tour of $222M tribal health village near Win-River Casino
Construction is underway on a major new health care and wellness campus for the Redding Rancheria, a project tribal leaders say will become the largest tribal h
Children's and Family Emmy Awards held in NYC; Disney shatters record for most nominations
The Walt Disney Company shattered the record for most nominations, receiving 102.
Children's and Family Emmy Awards held in NYC; Disney shatters record for most nominations
The Walt Disney Company shattered the record for most nominations, receiving 102.
Life expectancy gap for Black Bostonians is growing, health officials warn
From 2013 to 2024, the 3.3-year gap more than doubled to 6.6 years. Black life expectancy is 76.2 years, while the rest of Boston’s is 82.2.
PHOTOS: Mount Tabor at Charlotte Catholic
Mount Tabor played at Charlotte Catholic in the NCHSAA 6A state quarterfinals Monday. Photos by Tracy Kimball, Charlotte Observer
House unanimously passes bill to improve access to subacute mental health care
The bill, aimed at making nonemergency in-patient mental health care treatment programs more accessible, passed the House unanimously.
Detroit Mayor Sheffield appoints Ali Abazeed as city's new chief public health officer
Louisville, Syracuse desperate to halt late-season slides
Louisville and Syracuse are searching for answers with the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament right around the corner.
Libby water health advisory lifted
The Lincoln County Health Department announces the Libby water health advisory is now lifted.The announcement comes after city personnel completed the required
Trump Gambles His Presidency in His War With Iran
The risks for President Trump from the assault on Iran are escalating as casualties mount, oil prices rise and the war expands across the region.
Mayor Lurie to S.F. public health department: Cut $40 million more
Mayor Daniel Lurie last week asked the S.F. public health department to cut an additional $40 million from its budget over the next two years.
Second unvaccinated Broomfield High School student contracts measles, Colorado health officials say
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and Adams County Health Department confirmed a new case of measles on Monday and are warning Broomfield and Westminster residents about possible exposure.
Deputy charged in bar fight denied mental health diversion
A judge ruled a Ventura County Sheriff's deputy seeking mental health diversion for PTSD as \
Texas law bans state-licensed mental health providers from giving gender-transitioning care to minors, AG Ken Paxton says
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion that says that a 2023 law that bans gender-transitioning medical care to minors also applies to mental health care.
Are mental health apps like doctors, yogis, drugs or supplements?
Cornell researchers are recommending new guidelines for developing safe and responsible large language model-based mental well-being apps by consulting relevant experts and reviewing existing state and federal regulations.
Regional development goals can improve global health in an era of diminished multilateralism
Nature Health - With almost all of the Sustainable Development Goals not being achieved amid declining global solidarity, countries would be better served by regional development goals.
Is spring training becoming too expensive?
This was originally going to be an article titled, “Why spring training is dead to me”. I was going to discuss the reasons why I’ve basically given up on attending spring training games. One of the main factors was simply the cost, and there’s the general perception that it’s no longer a cheap alternative to […]
In Miami campaign stop, Byron Donalds gives first glimpse into policy plans
Congressman Byron Donalds has not yet rolled out a detailed policy platform in his pitch to become Florida’s next governor.
Workplace violence rising in health care as hospital shooting renews security concerns
While shootings inside hospitals remain extremely rare, violence in health care settings more broadly is a growing national concern.A patient and a visitor are
Quarter of healthy years lost to breast cancer are due to lifestyle factors, research finds
Largest study of its kind suggests high red meat consumption has biggest impact, followed by smoking
Supreme Court preserves only GOP-held congressional district in NYC
The justices halted the state court ruling that had ordered New York's redistricting commission to redraw the district held by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis.
Michigan paid consultants $2.9M for failed mental health redesign
Michigan paid McKinsey & Co. about $2.9 million to design a Medicaid behavioral health overhaul that a judge later struck down — hiring a firm the state had previously sued for its role in the opioid crisis.
The political risk in Vance’s war on fraud in Minnesota
Presented by the Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare {beacon} Health Care PRESENTED BY The Big Story The political risk in Vance’s war on fraud in Minnesota Vice P…
Ravens hire Health and Performance Coach Dr. Nic Gill
Ravens hire former New Zealand All Blacks leader Dr. Nic Gill to oversee strength, medical, nutrition and sports science operations.
Understanding the mourning and health anxiety behind celebrity deaths
Celebrity deaths often trigger collective mourning, and for some, serious health anxiety. Here's why that happens and how to take care of yourself.
Newsom threatens California counties for failing to use his new mental health court
Gov. Gavin Newsom threatened to pull funding from counties that aren’t taking advantage of a new program intended to help people with severe mental illness.
NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health Unveils Newly Renovated and Expanded Oncology and Infusion Center - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health today announced the opening of its newly renovated and expanded Oncology and Infusion Center, a significant
Which is worse, a soda or a beer?
Experts seek to clarify the health effects of alcohol and sugary drinks.
California measles outbreaks linked to pockets of unvaccinated residents
California health departments are fighting to contain measles outbreaks as cases rise and resources shrink. Investigating communicable diseases is time-intensive and expensive. Officials say teams have about 72 hours after a positive case to find exposed people and stop spread.
Western Montana U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke said he won’t seek reelection citing health problems
Dr. Al Olszewski said he plans to run as a Republican in the Western District
The Wicked Hop reopens after meeting health standards
The Wicked Hop said it reopened after it \
Clevinger's prospects for '26 hinge on three things: Health, health and health
BRADENTON, Fla. -- If not for his Pirates uniform, Mike Clevinger may have had some people questioning if the year is truly 2026. Making his Pirates debut on Monday afternoon against the Rays at LECOM Park, the 35-year-old right-hander struck out three, walked two and allowed just one hit over
White House addresses 'redness' on the side of Trump's neck
Trump, who is the oldest person to be elected president, has faced questions about his health over the last year.
UT Health East Texas Upgrades Life-Saving Capabilities with New LIFEPAK 35 Monitors and LUCAS CPR Devices
Tyler, Texas (February 27, 2026) — UT Health East Texas EMS is proud to announce the addition of new LIFEPAK 35 cardiac monitor/defibrillators and LUCAS Chest Compression System devices to its frontline ambulances, further strengthening the department’s commitment to delivering advanced, high-quality care to the community. The LIFEPAK 35 represents the latest generation of cardiac […]
5 things you should consider before asking an AI chatbot for health advice
Tech companies are pushing new health chatbots, but experts say you still need to talk to your doctor.
Ravens Hire World-Renowned Health and Performance Coach Dr. Nic Gill
Dr. Nick ‘Gilly’ Gill has been hired for a new position as the Ravens’ vice president of health and performance.
Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke to retire, will not seek reelection
Congressman Ryan Zinke announced he will not seek reelection for a fourth term representing Montana’s first Congressional District, citing health issues.
Medicaid Coverage Supports Rural Patients, Hospitals, and Communities
One in seven Americans live in rural areas and rely on rural hospitals and health systems for the health and well-being of their communities.
Mayor Sheffield taps Dearborn exec as Detroit's chief health officer
Mayor Mary Sheffield announced that Dearborn's former chief public health officer will lead Detroit's health department.
How bipartisan health policy is made | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
A Dr. Lawrence H. and Roberta Cohn Forum.
Free FOCUS Forum examines gaps in health access for uninsured Syracuse residents
Access to health care is a cornerstone of individual and community wellbeing, and the March FOCUS Forum brings together local health providers and community partners to examine the realities facing uninsured residents across Central New York.
Texas attorney general: ‘Illegal’ for mental health providers to ‘transition’ kids in state
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) on Monday issued a legal opinion that it is illegal for mental health care providers to “transition” children under state law. In 2023, Texas S.B. …
Claude hits No. 1 on App Store as ChatGPT users defect to Anthropic
OpenAI secured a Pentagon deal, sparking backlash and shifting some users' loyalties to Anthropic's rival Claude chatbot.
Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield appoints public health officer
Understanding the New Food Pyramid: 10 Tips to Healthier Eating - NYC Health + Hospitals
You may have heard that new Dietary Guidelines for Americans were recently released. Our expert medical providers and dietitians know what we eat and drink plays a big role in...
'One year of failure.' The Lancet slams RFK Jr.'s first year as health chief
In a scathing review, the top US medical journal's editorial board warned that the "destruction that Kennedy has wrought in 1 in office might take generations to repair."
Volunteer Needed for El Paso County Board of Health
The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking one new member to serve on the El Paso County Board of Health representing the position of Active/Retired Physician.
DC Health lifts Potomac River recreation advisory after tests show safe E. coli levels
The District Department of Health has lifted its recreational advisory for the Potomac River effective immediately, water quality testing showed bacterial level
US Speeds Up Signing Of Bilateral Health Agreements, DRC Lawyers Challenge Minerals Deal
The United States has moved at speed to secure several new bilateral health Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in the past week, including, for the first time,
NYC’s New Health Chief Wants People to Know Help Is Available
New York City’s health department is largely known for the letter grades it puts in restaurant windows after food-safety inspections. Its new commissioner is determined to change that.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Rings In Lunar New Year with Celebration for Patients and Residents - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Skilled Nursing Facility partnered with NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Gouverneur, part of the public health
CMS set to suspend enrollment in Elevance Health's Medicare Advantage plans
The Trump administration has threatened to sanction Elevance Health's Medicare Advantage plans if the insurer does not address concerns around compliance with requirements for submitting risk adjus | The Trump administration has threatened to sanction Elevance Health's Medicare Advantage plans if the insurer does not address compliance concerns regarding the submission of risk adjustment data.
Sheffield names Dearborn official to become city's new Chief Public Health Officer
Ali Abazeed replaces Denise Fair Razo. After working with the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, he helped establish Dearborn's health department.
Alysa Liu's Mental Health Was Once 'Horrible.' 2 Habits Changed Everything
The Olympic gold medalist in figure skating says her mental health used to be "absolutely horrible." How she turned it around and her advice to others who are struggling.
Painless skin patch offers new way to monitor immune health
Researchers at The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), have developed the first bandage-like microneedle patch that can sample the body's immune ...
Olin to host ‘Business of Being Well’ March 31
WashU Olin Business School will host its annual spring symposium, aimed at improving health outcomes. The daylong event offers participants business-driven perspectives on health and the chance to connect with peers from WashU and beyond.
Mental health providers fall under state ban on youth transition-related care, Paxton says in legal opinion
Therapists, counselors and other mental health professionals could be subject to legal liability under Texas’ ban on transition-related health care for minors, according to a legal opinion re…
DC health officials lift water advisory on Potomac River after sewage spill
D.C. health officials are lifting a recreational advisory on the Potomac River, citing an improvement in water quality after a sewage line collapsed in January.
New urgent care in Massillon Community Health hub closes to restart
The Access Care urgent care center has temporarily closed at the Massillon Community Health hub. Staffing and services are to be reviewed.
How financial and practical stressors can affect emotional health during cancer care
A cancer diagnosis changes almost everything—but it doesn't stop life's other responsibilities. Bills still arrive. Work still needs attention. Family routines keep going. Trying to keep up with it ...
Scientists Don't Just Want to Neutralize Radioactive Waste—They Want It to Power Our Future
Virginia-based Jefferson Lab is leading a project to transform nuclear waste into usable electricity while also drastically reducing its radioactive life.
Health and Health Care Experiences of Immigrant Parents and Their Children During the Second Trump Term
This brief provides data from the 2025 KFF/New York Times Survey of Immigrants on the health and health care experiences of immigrant parents and their children in the U.S. amid the current policy environment.
Tennessee Titans officially announce partnership with Vanderbilt Health
The Tennessee Titans officially announced their new partnership with Vanderbilt Health to become the primary healthcare provider for the organization.
Tennessee Titans officially announce partnership with Vanderbilt Health
The Tennessee Titans officially announced their new partnership with Vanderbilt Health to become the primary healthcare provider for the organization.
Rezilient Health Appoints Zeev Neuwirth, MD, MHCM as Head of Strategic Partnerships
Rezilient Health announces that Zeev Neuwirth, MD, MHCM, has joined the company as Head of Strategic Partnerships. In this role, Dr. Neuwirth will focus on building and expanding partnerships with health systems and other stakeholders as Rezilient scales its advanced primary care model nationally.
Scientists Discovered an Ancient Egyptian Tool 2,000 Years Ahead of Its Time
The copper and leather device represents the first evidence of mechanical tools from Egypt’s pre-Pharaonic history.
We're initiating a position in this health-care stock with a $260 price target
This backbone of the U.S. health-care industry generates about 99% of its revenue domestically, insulating it from overseas pressure.
Elevance Health Stock Slips. CMS to Halt Enrollment in Prescription Drug Plans.
The agency plans to suspend enrollment of beneficiaries into certain Medicare Advantage plans, Elevance says.
A swine flu case to keep tabs on
The "godfather of vaccines," a case of swine flu, and other health news from Morning Rounds
Rural health’s $50 billion tech transformation: Too fast to last
Rural health’s $50 billion tech transformation: Too fast to last
Hims expansion may not come in time for risky GLP-1 business
Telehealth company Hims & Hers Health , known for its weight-loss drug business, is promising it can diversify away from its reliance on compounded GLP-1 sales in the U.S., but that may not happen soon enough for investors who are growing impatient.
What to know before asking an AI chatbot for health advice
WASHINGTON (AP) — With hundreds of millions of people turning to chatbots for advice, it was only a matter of time before tech companies began offering programs specifically designed to answer health questions.
What to know before asking an AI chatbot for health advice
Tech companies are pushing new health chatbots, but experts say you still need to talk to your doctor.