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New Guidebook Helps Puget Sound Beneficiaries Navigate Their Health Care
Great news for military communities and TRICARE beneficiaries across the Pacific Northwest: navigating military healthcare just got easier. The recently released Puget Sound Patient Guidebook is a comprehensive resource designed for local TRICARE beneficiaries throughout the region. Inside, beneficiaries can find information on enrolling in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System, understanding TRICARE plans, locating a Military Treatment Facility (MTF), scheduling appointments, accessing online services, ordering medications and much more.
Regions Bank Announces New Leaders in Key Markets to Drive Business Growth and Customer Experience
Lisa Phillips to lead Consumer Banking in Georgia and the Carolinas; Mia Hubbard to serve as Retail Service Delivery Manager for the entire Regions branch network. Regions Bank on Tuesday announced two key leadership appointments that will drive continued business growth in vibrant Southeastern markets while also supporting consistent service enhancements at branches throughout the company’s 15-state retail banking footprint. Longtime Regions banker Mia Hubbard (top left) will serve as Retail Service Delivery Manager, and Lisa Phillips (lower, right) will succeed Hubbard as Consumer Banking Executive for Regions in Georgia and the Carolinas. Lisa Phillips will serve as Consumer Banking Executive for Georgia and the Carolinas, overseeing branch performance and growth in vital and fast-growing markets such as Atlanta, Charlotte, and additional cities across the three states. Phillips succeeds Mia Hubbard , who is taking on the role of leading Service Delivery across Regions’ entire
Digital Health Tools Are Reshaping Healthcare in the United States
/PRNewswire/ -- At least 12 percent of Americans now communicate with their healthcare providers about appointments, test results, and ongoing treatments via...
Kaiser's use of secret AI scribes sparks mental health privacy fears
Mental health professionals at Kaiser are raising concerns about an artificial intelligence tool that records medical appointments, saying it should have more safeguards.
New state bill seeks to make filling vacant elected positions more transparent
The OPEN Appointments Act seeks to force local and statewide offices to post a public notice for every vacant position.
Your medical provider might be recording your mental health care visits
Mental health professionals at Kaiser are raising concerns about an artificial intelligence tool that records appointments, saying it should have more safeguards.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx Dental Department Launches Evening Appointments
Bronx, NY – NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi/North Central Bronx (NCB) today announced its Dental Department will begin offering evening appointments,
World Cup 2026 predictions: Who gets the Golden Ball amd Golden Boot, biggest disappointments, championship picks and more
US Offers Expedited Business, Tourist Visa Services for $750 Fee
The State Department will offer expedited interview appointments to business and tourist travelers to the US for a $750 fee beginning next month.
Gov. DeSantis appoints, reappoints five people to St. Johns River State College Trustees
All five appointments have deep roots in Northeast Florida in law and education.
Health Department Announces Key Leadership Changes
The Wyoming Department of Health (WDH), under the leadership of Governor Mark Gordon and WDH Director Stefan Johansson recently named several key leadership appointments designed to strengthen the performance and services provided by the WDH.. Monique McBride Appointed as Chief Policy and Communications Officer Monique McBride joined WDH in January as the department’s Chief […]
MAHA moms test their influence in US glyphosate fight
'Make America Healthy Again' activists see legislative wins, White House disappointments and questions for the midterms.
NYC Health + Hospitals Appoints Hillary Jalon and Manny Saez, Ph.D., to Senior Vice Presidents - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals today announced the appointments of Hillary Jalon as Senior Vice President and Chief Quality Officer and Manny Saez, Ph.D., as
Apple Announces Europe's First Developer Center
Apple today announced it will open Europe's first Apple Developer Center in Berlin later this year. The facility joins existing Developer Centers in Bengaluru, Cupertino, Shanghai, and Singapore. Apple said the Berlin center, located in Mitte district, will offer developers throughout Europe in-person sessions, workshops, and one-on-one appointments in multiple languages, with consultation areas and dedicated labs staffed by Apple experts.
Elections to top science bodies test Croatia’s gender equality in research
Croatia’s track-record on gender equality in science has been both questioned and lauded in recent months, following both bad and good news on the topic. On the one hand, a senior awards committee was announced without a single woman researcher included. On the other, the national science academy welcomed its first cohort of fellows with more women than men.Members of the committee, which gives national awards recognising scientific achievement, are proposed by the ministry of science and endorsed by the parliament. The current line-up does include a woman, but she is culture minister Nina Obuljen Koržinek rather than a researcher. Even then, she didn’t make it into the photograph released to announce the appointments on April 16. “The image speaks a thousand words,” says Tanja Rudež, a science journalist for Jutarnji List newspaper. “I am surprised that none of these men, all well-known scientists, saw a problem with the fact that there was not a single successful female scientist on the committee,” she told Science|Business.Ivan Đikić, a prominent Croatian biochemist based at Goethe University Medical School, commented on LinkedIn that the news illustrated a “sad truth” about the state of science in Croatia.“It [. . .] reveals a system where women, despite contributing a substantial share of high-quality, internationally competitive science, are systematically excluded from the very processes that determine recognition and influence,” he wrote. Some 60% of researchers in Croatia are women, according to the Croatian Bureau of Statistics, and they perform well in international competitions. For example, of the 12 European Research Council (ERC) grants awarded to Croatian researchers, seven went to women.“So how is it possible that decision-making bodies are still dominated by men over 60, while not a single female ERC laureate is involved in the selection process?” asked Đikić. “This is not a marginal oversight; it is a structural failure.” The ministry of science did not reply to a request for comment. The awards committee is not unusual. For example, a scientific advisory body announced by the ministry of demographics in April comprises 35 men and five women. The board of the Croatian Science Foundation, newly appointed by the parliament, is a little better, with five men and two women, but still unequal. “This is especially significant because such bodies do not merely distribute prestige. They shape research priorities, funding allocation and long-term scientific development,” Marija Lugarić, chair of the parliament’s committee on gender equality, told Science|Business. “Representation here matters not only symbolically, but materially.”Referring to the awards committee and the board of the science foundation, Lugarić says that while both bodies were appointed by parliament, neither met the minimum 40% gender balance threshold that Croatian law and EU guidelines expressly recommend for public bodies.Đikić wants to see EU institutions put pressure on the government to ensure basic standards of fairness, transparency and democratic governance in science policy are met. “Meaningful change will not come without pressure,” he wrote. “It must intensify both within Croatia and at the level of European institutions. Anything less undermines the credibility of Europe’s commitment to excellence and inclusion in science.”Rudež also underlined the importance of talking and writing about this topic, “because public opinion in Croatia does influence changes in the status and visibility of women in science.”The European Commission has not yet responded to a request for comment.Good news from the academyA more positive story came from the Croatian Academy of Sciences and Arts on 21 May, with the announcement of seven new women fellows and five men. This is the first time in the academy’s 165-year history that women have outnumbered men in a new intake.One of the new fellows, two-time ERC grantee Iva Tolić, credits the academy leadership with trying to be more modern and inclusive, representing the whole community better. “The academy is really aware that so far, before this election, there were very few women,” she told Science|Business. “So, they are actively trying to make this more equal.”Related articlesExplained: How the MSCA is close to achieving gender balanceCall for EU to leverage academic freedom in global talent raceRudež is more cautious, noting that despite the academy’s “breakthrough this year [. . .] it is still a predominantly male institution, with only 18% women.”This reflects a wider imbalance in Croatia’s research landscape. “The key levers of power in science are still in the hands of men,” she went on. “For example, all 14 rectors of private and public universities are men.”Similarly, Lugarić says a structural glass ceiling still exists in Croatian science, which is “most visible precisely where power is exercised.”She cites data from the Commission’s She Figures 2024 report, which shows that Croatia ranks second in the EU for gender equality in research and innovation overall, with an equality index of 79.6 out of 100. It is in the top five for women’s career advancement, participation in research; representation across all research sectors and for scientific publications.In stark contrast, it ranks second to last when it comes to women in decision-making positions in science. “This is not a coincidence,” Lugarić says. “It is a structural pattern.”Informal barriersThe persistent under-representation of women in the highest structures of Croatia’s academies, boards, award committees and leadership positions is not down to formal barriers, Lugarić says, but arises from more subtle obstacles such as “informal networks, persistent expectations regarding traditional gender roles and the unequal distribution of care responsibilities.”Tolić would like to see more support for young women in terms of affordable housing and child support, and higher salaries. Currently, she says, salaries in science stay low for the first 10-15 years, while housing and spaces in kindergarten are limited and expensive. “You have to work a lot, you get very little money, so it’s not great to have a family in this situation,” she says.But despite the challenges, Tolić is optimistic, saying that gender equality in research in Croatia is “definitely improving and going in the right direction.” The situation is particularly promising in biology, she adds, where most full professors, heads of department and deans of faculties are women. Lugarić, too, see the glass ceiling “very slowly, cracking,” and cites the academy election as an example that structural change is possible. Yet the situation in the national awards committee is a “stark reminder that without a conscious, systemic commitment to gender balance, progress will remain slow and uneven.”
Caryn Seidman Becker Bought Clear Out Of Bankruptcy. Now She’s A Billionaire.
After conquering airport security checkpoints, Clear’s billionaire CEO Caryn Seidman Becker wants to use your biometrics to unlock doctors’ appointments, baseball games and the rest of your life.
Donald Trump nominates former Sarasota lawmaker Doug Holder as Ambassador to Bulgaria
The nomination is one of many appointments sent to the Senate this week.
Donald Trump names Daniel Perez as Ambassador to Brazil in latest round of appointments
A history-making former Lieutenant Governor also nabbed a nomination to a Trinidad and Tobago ambassadorship.
People in Business: StL Confluece elects; Trivers rehires; Child Care Aware honors; U City appoints
Catch up on local business appointments, awardees and hires.
Asking Eric: Memory issues threaten relationship with hairstylist
I have missed several appointments in the past year. I am so embarrassed that it happened again and I’m not sure what to do.
Asking Eric: How to handle repeated missed appointments with your hairstylist
I am so embarrassed and I’m not sure what to do. Should I call to make another appointment or just slink away to another salon?
Board approves seven new faculty appointments
The Princeton University Board of Trustees has approved the appointment of seven faculty members, including one full professor and six assistant professors.
Pinellas: Suncoast Health Council vacancies announced
Applications are being accepted for three positions on the Suncoast Health Council. All three of these positions are for Health Care Providers. Appointments are for two-year terms, beginning on the date of appointment. Applications are due by 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Ranking 24 California pro sports teams from worst to first
We ranked 24 California pro teams across seven leagues. From dynasties to disappointments, expect debate from worst to first.
Governor taps health, banking, business leaders for Northwest Florida State College board
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
Governor taps health, banking, business leaders for Northwest Florida State College board
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate.
Notable Standouts and Disappointments in the Sabres’ Playoff Run
The Buffalo Sabres’ season came to an abrupt end when Alex Newhook scored the Game 7 overtime goal to bring the Montreal Canadiens to the Eastern Conference Finals. Buffalo’s season is over, but it was a year of triumph and memories that will stick with the Sabrehood. In the playoffs, some players stood out, while […] The post Notable Standouts and Disappointments in the Sabres’ Playoff Run appeared first on The Lead.
Topgolf Announces Next Era of Leadership from Global Entertainment, Sports & Gaming to Drive Brand's Next Chapter of Growth and Transformation
/PRNewswire/ -- Topgolf, the leader in sports entertainment with 100+ venues globally, announced a comprehensive new slate of leadership appointments and...
Topgolf Announces Next Era of Leadership from Global Entertainment, Sports & Gaming to Drive Brand's Next Chapter of Growth and Transformation
Topgolf, the leader in sports entertainment with 100+ venues globally, announced a comprehensive new slate of leadership appointments and promotions across the organization to support the brand's evolving business goals, strengthening operational performance and accelerating long-term value creation.
Deepa Halaharvi, DO, Installed as OhioHealth Foundation Endowed Chair for Breast Health
OhioHealth proudly shares the appointment of Deepa Halaharvi, DO, as the inaugural holder of the OhioHealth Foundation Endowed Chair for Breast Health. Endowed chairs are honorary appointments by the OhioHealth Foundation which recognize distinguished service. Funds from this endowment will support breast health programs and services to improve ...
Robot seal to help mental health patients in Kent and Medway
The robotic seal Sammy will be present at mental health patient appointments to reduce anxiety.
Business briefs: New Valpo administrator and Little Cal appointments
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U.S. Embassy Supports Tunisian Business Delegation at 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit - U.S. Embassy in Tunisia
U.S. EMBASSY SUPPORTS TUNISIAN BUSINESS DELEGATION AT 2026 SELECTUSA INVESTMENT SUMMIT The SelectUSA Investment Summit is the premier U.S. investment event, connecting thousands of investors, companies, economic development organizations, and industry experts to make deals happen. Media Note TUNIS, May 5, 2026 – U.S. Embassy Tunis is pleased to support a delegation of 11 Tunisian companies traveling to the United States to participate in the 2026 SelectUSA Investment Summit at National Harbor, Maryland, May 3-6, 2026. The Summit is an opportunity for these dynamic entrepreneurs to establish new connections and explore business and investment opportunities in the United States. This year, three Tunisian women entrepreneurs and members of the delegation representing Spiraw and Sotetel were accepted into the Select Global Women in Tech year-long mentoring program which will kick off at the summit. Since 2022, more than 50 Tunisian entrepreneurs in fields ranging from e-gaming, robotics, software engineering, coding, online fashion, and green tech have participated in SelectUSA Investment Summits, where they have taken their businesses to the next level. Hosted by the U.S. Department of Commerce, the SelectUSA Investment Summit is a one-stop shop for companies considering expanding to the United States and provides economic development organizations (EDOs) with the opportunity to meet directly with international companies to facilitate investment deals. Since inception, the SelectUSA Investment Summit has attracted tens of thousands of companies and economic development representatives, generating over $250 billion in new investment projects that support more than 125,000 jobs across the United States and its territories. The previous SelectUSA Investment Summit saw record-breaking numbers with more than 5,500 participants, including EDOs from 54 U.S. states and territories and over 2,700 business investors from 100+ countries, including Tunisia. The following Tunisian businesses will take part in this year’s SelectUSA delegation: AquaDeep – Revolutionizes aquaculture with AI-powered monitoring solutions, including a real-time larva counting system and a SaaS platform for environmental monitoring. The company is expanding operations across Tunisia, Europe, Africa, and the United States. Bouraoui Group – Specializes in event venues, hospitality experiences, innovative real estate development, and technology driven customer solutions. The business develops experience- focused and tech enabled lifestyle destinations that combine entertainment, culture, retail, and smart services, and is seeking international partners to co-develop hospitality, PropTech, smart retail, and experiential digital projects. Digital Cook – Builds HR and recruitment software solutions, including HRMS, ATS, and custom tools that streamline hiring, employee management, and talent development. It provides custom software, system integration, and scalable HR platforms for SMEs, large enterprises, and recruitment agencies seeking efficient, user-friendly ways to manage their workforce and improve recruitment. El Kanaouet – Provides high-quality and low-cost hydraulic infrastructure for the supply and distribution of drinking water. The company manufactures prestressed concrete structures based on current technological developments in the field and trends in integrated and digitalized management. El Kanaouet aims to enter the U.S. market with its production of centrifugal prestressed concrete pipes and other technical products and services. Fluoink Nanotechnologies – A deep‑tech startup developing next‑generation antimicrobial additives for paints, coatings, and industrial materials, enabling everyday surfaces to act as long‑lasting barriers against harmful bacteria and pathogens without changing their appearance or performance. Mare Custos – A subsea robotics company specializing in ROV-based underwater inspection services for offshore energy, ports, and marine infrastructure, using high-precision imaging, PAUT, and NDT to inspect structures in challenging conditions. SmartMed SA – A fast-growing digital health company operating in Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco, offering an integrated ecosystem that helps patients book appointments (MedPro), enables clinics to digitize workflows and EMRs (MedLink), and supports targeted digital marketing for healthcare and pharma (MedAds). With millions of appointments and users, SmartMed has become a leading e-health platform in North Africa. Sototel – Builds telecommunications networks and services, including fixed, radio, and mobile networks. Sototel focuses on technological innovation and continuous improvement, providing high-value-added digital solutions. SOTUPRIN HGE – Specializes in manufacturing household electrical appliances under the brand HGE and OEM. Expanded from the local market to North Africa, Central Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. Spiraw by Food4Future – Designs and manufactures smart, AI-powered cultivation systems allowing individuals and businesses to grow fresh, highly nutritious food – starting with spirulina – directly at the point of consumption. Combining patented hardware, controlled-environment agriculture, and a connected app with an AI assistant, Spiraw aims to decentralize food production and create a new category at the intersection of agri-tech, consumer health, and smart home ecosystems. WaterSec (Istidama) – A climate-tech startup that uses IoT, AI, and smart sensors to help high consumption facilities (such as industries, hotels, and commercial buildings) monitor water use in real time, detect leaks, and optimize consumption. The company’s digital platform turns raw water data into alerts and actionable insights, making water management more transparent, proactive, and sustainable. Learn more about the SelectUSA Investment Summit at https://www.selectusasummit.us/. Follow live developments from the summit on X at https://x.com/SelectUSA.
Supreme Court temporarily restores ability to receive abortion drug mifepristone by mail
The Supreme Court temporarily restored telehealth and mail access to the abortion pill mifepristone on Monday, responding to an emergency appeal that warned of potential chaos for patients who had appointments to access the drug.
American retirees moved to Chiang Mai for slower, more affordable life
These days, as retirees, the only things Tye and Chip Pierpont schedule and adhere to are doctor appointments.
PayPal Reorganizes Around 3 Business Units
PayPal Holdings announced a reorganization that includes a new three-business operating model and five leadership appointments. The company’s three
Political appointments surging, career SES workforce shrinking under Trump 2.0
The federal government has reached its highest level of political appointments in decades, while also undergoing a significant loss of career senior leadership — a combination that one organization warns will lead to poor outcomes across agencies.
People in Business: Origin names; Roeslein celebrates; Advantage promotes; SLU launches
Catch up on local business appointments, awards and promotions.
Gov. Sanders announces appointments - Talk Business & Politics
Gov. Sarah Sanders announced Thursday (April 16) the following appointments to state boards and commissions. Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training Jeffery Hagar, Sherwood, to the Arkansas Commission...
SCORE Offers Free Business Mentoring Sessions
Local entrepreneurs and small business owners in Pasadena have a valuable resource at their fingertips with the ongoing SCORE One-on-One Mentoring Sessions. These free and confidential appointments provide individuals with expert guidance on starting, running, or growing a small business, courtesy of SCORE, the nation’s largest network of volunteer business mentors. The sessions are designed to offer personalized advice and strategic insights from experienced professionals. SCORE, which stands for Service Corps of Retired Executives, is a non-profit organization and a key resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). Its mission is to foster vibrant small business communities through dedicated mentoring and education. The organization comprises a network of seasoned business owners and executives who generously volunteer their time to support the next generation of entrepreneurs. As SCORE states, their mentoring is a “free, confidential service for anyone starting, running, or growing a U.S.-based small business.” These one-hour mentoring sessions are held every other Tuesday from 1 to 5 p.m. at two branches of the Pasadena Public Library: the Lamanda Park Branch Library and the Santa Catalina Branch Library. Appointments can be conveniently reserved up to 14 days in advance, ensuring that individuals can schedule a time that best suits their needs. This recurring service underscores SCORE’s commitment to continuous support for the local business community, helping them to plan, launch, and grow successfully. Need to Know: The SCORE One-on-One Mentoring Session offers free business guidance. These one-hour appointments are available every other Tuesday from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Pasadena Public Library’s Lamanda Park Branch (140 S Altadena Drive, Pasadena, CA 91107) and Santa Catalina Branch (999 E Washington Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91104). The service is free. For more information or to book an appointment, visit [https://www.score.org/].
Brooke County Health Department eyes one Saturday a month for bloodwork appointments
Brooke County residents could soon have a new option for getting bloodwork done on weekends, as the Brooke County Health Department looks to expand its hours to
FTI Consulting Adds Three Leading Mining and Resources Business Improvement Experts
SYDNEY, April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FTI Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: FCN) today announced the appointments of James Chapman, Steve Dyson and Franz Wentzel as Senior Managing Directors in its Australian Transformation practice, bringing their experience as former global heads of Big Four accounting firm mining practices to help clients realise their full value potential. The appointments of Mr. Chapman, Mr. Dyson and Mr. Wentzel continue the firm’s growth of its Transformation – Mining team, fo
Auraria Health Center offers same-day appointments and free services for faculty and staff
Same-day medical appointments and no-cost health services are available to faculty and staff members through the Health Center at Auraria, offering a convenient alternative to long wait times for primary care. The center offers a broad range of clinical services, including primary care, psychiatric support and telehealth appointments. Faculty and staff can also be seen for sick visits, including infections, […]
Political appointments surging, career SES workforce shrinking under Trump 2.0
The Partnership for Public Service warned that the large political workforce, coupled with a smaller career SES, will lead to a loss of institutional knowledge.
April Carney among new appointees to FSCJ Board of Trustees
4 new members and 4 reappointments were announced Thursday.
Foley Entertainment Group Names Jay Heidenreich Vice President of Sales and Giovanni Salvino-Prada Vice President of Marketing
Foley Entertainment Group has announced new appointments, with Jay Heidenreich taking on the role of Vice President of Sales and Giovanni Salvino-Prada stepping into the Vice President of Marketing position.
Grading Jon Scheyer after four years at Duke: How do you weigh historic success against tournament disasters?
Jon Scheyer's first four years at Duke include historic success and repeated March disappointments. CBS Sports writers grade his tenure and examine what comes next.
Music therapy brightens chemo visits for 3-year-old at Corewell Health in Royal Oak
Three-year-old Carson Jamo, diagnosed with leukemia in June 2025, regularly visits Corewell Health in Royal Oak for chemotherapy, where music therapist Brandon Banas helps transform challenging appointments into positive experiences.
Revitalize Your Health This Spring
Key takeaways:Some people put off health screenings and appointments in the winter. Spring is the perfect time to do a reset and see what you need.Everyone should get a yearly physical. Talk to your primary care provider about what other screenings and vaccines you need.Spring can also be a time to recommit to health habits at home, like diet, e...
New KFF Tracking Poll on Health Information and Trust Finds One in Three Adults Have Used AI Chatbots for Health Advice — The Monitor
KFF's latest Tracking Poll finds that one-third of the public report using AI chatbots for health information and advice in the past year. And a federal judge suspended, for now, the appointments of thirteen members of ACIP, halting a scheduled meeting and staying recent, widely debated, changes to the childhood vaccine schedule.
Combating youth suicide tilts increasingly toward early intervention
A suicidal child or teenager may never talk of taking their life. Parents, peers and teachers might not even know they’re living with mental illness. Despite younger generations showing greater openness to discussing mental health struggles, fears of punishment or social exclusion remain, experts say. Even at medical appointments, minors
Music Industry Jobs: The Core Entertainment, Republic Records, CAA
Music industry hires and promotions this week include job appointments at The Core Entertainment, MCA, Republic Records, CAA and AudioSalad.
Federal judge puts RFK Jr.’s new vaccine schedule, advisers on ice
While the judge stayed the Health Secretary's appointments to a key advisory panel, he did not block its meeting this month.
ISU-OSF Data Science Competition returns to tackle missed medical appointments
The ISU–OSF Data Science Competition invites students to develop machine learning models that predict missed medical appointments and help improve healthcare delivery.
New Louisiana programs shifts pregnancy appointments from the waiting room to the living room
A new program in New Orleans is bringing nurse midwives into the home for moms-to-be.
Bringing advanced neurological care to South Texas families - UT Health San Antonio
“We’re not only treating conditions — we’re caring for people across the full spectrum of brain health. When someone hears the words, “You have ALS,” or “This may be dementia,” life changes instantly. Questions come faster than answers, appointments multiply and the future feels uncertain. For patients and families navigating that uncertainty, UT Health San […]
BBC to call for permanent charter and end of political appointments to board
Corporation proposes sweeping changes intended to protect its independence and shore up its future
Improved health coaching page allows for easy scheduling
The health coaching hub in the My Wellness portal has been redesigned to make it easier to schedule appointments with certified health coaches.
Governor Hochul Launches Public Awareness Campaign to Educate New Yorkers on Access to Behavioral Health Treatment
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a public awareness campaign to educate New Yorkers on regulations that improve access to mental health and substance use disorder care. The ‘Real Care, Real Access to Behavioral Health Services’ campaign highlights regulations that give New Yorkers with qualifying health plans access to initial outpatient appointments for behavioral health care within ten business days of the request and require insurers to help insured individuals access the care they are entitled to receive.
Immigration Enforcement’s Twin Threats to Health Care
Patients are afraid to show up to medical appointments, while workers are being detained, deported or losing their visa statuses.
Prior authorization is a top health care burden, KFF poll finds
About 32% of Americans say prior authorization requirements are a major burden, more than billing confusion or finding appointments, according to the January 2026 survey.
Penn Entertainment appoints three independent directors
Ahead of Thursday’s investors call, Penn Entertainment on Monday appointed three independent directors – Heather Ace, Jeffrey Fox and Fabio Schiavolin. In connection with these appointments, the company has entered... Read more »
ChatGPT Health: What You're Meant to Use the AI for, and Everything You Should Avoid
A "health-focused experience" inside ChatGPT is designed to help you understand medical information and prepare for appointments with human clinicians.
DAV announces new partnership with Solace Health supporting veterans’ care
ERLANGER, Ky. – DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is proud to announce a new partnership with Solace Health as its first new partner in 2026. The partnership is supported by a donation from Solace Health to advance DAV’s mission of empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives. The collaboration brings together two organizations focused on helping veterans receive timely, coordinated, high-quality care, regardless of where they receive it. While many veterans receive care through the VA, which offers an integrated and coordinated whole-health model, others receive some or all of their care through private health systems using Medicare or other insurance benefits. These veterans often need help to understand health insurance rules, manage their treatment, and navigate between multiple health care systems. “Disabled veterans often have complex health challenges, and DAV’s advocacy work strives to minimize barriers to timely, high-quality care, primarily within VA., but increasingly between VA and private providers,” said DAV CEO and National Adjutant Barry Jesinoski. “Our partnership with Solace Health can offer support for veterans who are eligible for VA care and Medicare, particularly those who split their care between the VA and private health systems. Veterans who don’t use VA at all can also benefit from the care coordination services that Solace Health provides, usually with little or no out-of-pocket cost to them.” Solace Health provides professional health care advocacy services, connecting patients with experienced advocates who help schedule appointments, explain benefits, coordinate care among providers, and manage administrative burdens with private health care systems, thereby allowing veterans and their families to focus on health and recovery. “For many veterans, the fight doesn’t end when service does,” said Jeremy Gurewitz, CEO and co-founder of Solace Health. “Veterans living with serious medical conditions often encounter a private health care system outside of the VA that is fragmented and difficult to navigate. Through this partnership with DAV, Solace Health advocates can help cut through red tape, improve care coordination, and simplify scheduling of medical appointments. We’re proud to support DAV in helping veterans to successfully navigate health care systems so that veterans, particularly disabled veterans, receive the care they have earned.” DAV provides a lifetime of support for veterans of all generations, their families, caregivers, and survivors. Each year, DAV’s no-cost programs and services help more than 1 million veterans access the benefits and health care they have earned, connect with meaningful employment, and ensure their voices are heard on Capitol Hill. About DAV DAV is dedicated to ensuring our promise is kept to America’s veterans. DAV does this by helping veterans and their families access the full range of benefits available to them, fighting for the interests of America’s injured heroes on Capitol Hill, providing employment resources to veterans and their families, offering programs and services to empower them, and educating the public about the great sacrifices and needs of veterans transitioning back to civilian life. A nonprofit organization with nearly 1 million members, DAV was founded in 1920 and chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1932. About Solace Health Veterans face complex health challenges, and the path to care is far harder than it should be. They deal with fragmented services and providers, each with unique requirements and paperwork. Solace Health advocates—healthcare experts with 16 years’ experience on average—help veterans navigate this landscape when they need it most. Advocates schedule appointments, explain benefits and keep doctors aligned. They take the lead on calls and documentation, and their no-homework ethos eases burdens on veterans and their families. Solace Health is covered by Medicare and Medicare Advantage, and most veterans pay little or nothing out of pocket. We’re honored to support DAV members.
Mamdani makes six appointments to Rent Guidelines Board
A majority of the board will now have been chosen by the mayor.
Rural Minnesotans of color skipping medical care out of fear of ICE
Medical providers are increasingly concerned that some of their rural patients who need to drive long distances to see specialists are missing appointments because they fear being picked up by federal immigration agents. They're especially worried about children who need treatment for chronic illnesses or conditions that could turn critical if they skip vital treatments.
Romeo Is a Dead Man review – a misfire from a storied gaming provocateur
After some dumb fun hacking at zombies, legendary developer Suda51’s first original game in a decade sadly only delivers a host of incoherent disappointments
VCs Give Solace Health $1 Billion Valuation for Patient Advocacy Tech
The demand for help navigating the famously complex US health care system has propelled a startup called Solace Health to a $1 billion valuation — offering health advocacy for people trying to schedule appointments, interpret treatment plans and understand medical bills.
NBA trade deadline winners and losers: Celtics in strong spot, Heat join Kings as disappointments
The 2026 NBA trade deadline has come and gone, here are the biggest winners and losers of trade season
Opry Entertainment Group Expands Ascend Amphitheater Leadership & Booking Team
Opry Entertainment Group has unveiled new leadership and programming appointments at Ascend [...]
N.Y. assemblyman's bill would reform appointments to Public Service Commission
The Public Service Commission has been scrutinized lately over approving National Grid rate hikes last summer.
Too afraid to see a doctor: Immigration enforcement upends care in Oregon
Immigrant families are skipping medical appointments and delaying care as they weigh health risks against fears of detention or deportation.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx Appoints Grace Hyun, MD as Chief of Urology and Nassir Mansour, MD as Chief of Neurosurgery - NYC Health + Hospitals
NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi | North Central Bronx today announced the appointments of Grace Hyun, MD as Chief of Urology and Nassir Mansour, MD as Chief
Health system size impacts AI privacy and security concerns
Administrators at larger health systems are more concerned about data and privacy violations, according to a new survey on shadow AI in healthcare.
Florida's Black lawmakers denounce attorney general's opinion as damaging political stunt
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — An opinion by Florida's Republican attorney general calling into question the constitutionality of dozens of state laws which support minority contracting and promote diverse appointments ignores that racial discrimination still exists and could harm the state's Black residen...
Amazon launches AI health-care tool for One Medical members
The service uses large language models and references patients medical records to answer questions, manage medications and book appointments.
Amazon One Medical introduces agentic Health AI assistant for simpler, personalized, and more actionable health care
This AI-powered health assistant provides 24/7 health guidance and takes action to connect you to your provider, book appointments, read labs, and manage meds.
Health needs, insurance woes compound fears for Minnesota families amid ICE operations
Health care providers say the Twin Cities immigration enforcement surge is leading people to cancel doctor’s appointments and delay treatments even if they’re U.S. citizens or have other legal status in the country. Fears of losing health insurance are also mounting.
Gov. DeSantis names his appointments and reappointments to FAMU Trustees panel
All four names picked by DeSantis have steep backgrounds in public service.
Brain Health Challenge: Doctor Appointments for Your Mind and Body
When was the last time you checked your blood pressure? Today, use a checklist to stay healthy in body and mind.
Personnel note: LSN Partners announces trio of promotions in Florida, D.C.
The firm said this is the first of as 'two-part series of leadership appointments and role transitions' to start the year.
Simple Health Solutions to Boost Your New Year’s Resolutions
Dr. Roshini Raj, associate professor of medicine at NYU Langone Health, joins TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager and guest co-host Matt Rogers to share simple New Year’s resolutions that will make a big impact on your wellbeing. Tips include making doctor’s appointments, building muscle, taking daily walks and more.
I Used Acuity Scheduling to Organize My Side Hustle
The online booking platform aims to streamline scheduling for everything from virtual appointments to workshops.
Planned Parenthood Great Rivers to close Rolla health center
Planned Parenthood Great Rivers will close its Rolla health center to in-person appointments at the start of the new year.
Mamdani Nominates Top City Lawyer and Deputy Mayor of Health
The mayor-elect said the selections indicate his administration’s commitment to help New York City’s vulnerable residents.
Ron DeSantis names four members to Space Florida Board of Directors
All four appointments are subject to Florida Senate confirmation.
UVA Health expands services in Zion Crossroads
UVA Health is expanding its health care services in Zion Crossroads, just off exit 136 on I-64, adding 50,000 appointments.
Past Ulster disappointments driving Kilcoo
With 13 Down titles over the past 14 years, one may get the impression that success can be taken for granted in Kilcoo, but current manager Martin Corey insists there is a sense they "have left a lot behind them" beyond their county boundary.
Menopause treatment is getting personal
Menopause care innovations include at-home hormone testing, virtual appointments, and new non-hormonal therapies for symptom relief.
Youth Mental Health Improved When Schools Reopened, Study Finds
With the end of school shutdowns, children’s mental health appointments fell sharply, though other factors may have contributed.
City of Statesboro accepting applications for Business Commission
The City of Statesboro is calling on local business leaders. Applications are now being accepted for appointments to the Statesboro Business Commission, with a deadline of December 12, 2025.
Onondaga County legislators clash over Republican lame-duck appointments
The Onondaga County Legislature approved a new batch of appointments on Tuesday.
Scathing ‘jobs for mates’ review finds appointments to government boards routinely abused
A report by Lynelle Briggs says placements ‘look like nepotism’ and are undermining confidence in government
Former Trump personal lawyer Alina Habba is unlawfully serving at the US attorney for New Jersey, appeals court says
A federal appeals court on Monday found Alina Habba, President Donald Trump’s former personal attorney, is serving unlawfully as US attorney for New Jersey, dealing a legal blow to the Trump administration that could have far-reaching consequences on other appointments across the country.