Medical Malpractice Becoming More Costly
December 1, 2019
New data point to an upward trend in liability claims.
Health Management
Americans Want Transparency in Healthcare Pricing
November 30, 2019
Half of U.S. adults surveyed say they avoid seeking medical care because of cost, and they want upfront pricing of medical services.
Some Older Adults Are in Need of Additional Financial Service
November 30, 2019
Half of single adults 65 and older who live alone and those living in two-person households are unable to afford basic necessities without extra assistance.
Payers Should Take Action on Rising NSCLC Costs
November 29, 2019
A new report outlines the sharp cost increase associated with a NSCLC drug’s move from second-line to first-line treatment, and suggests payers work with manufacturers to address treatment pricing.
Housing Program First to Significantly Reduce Homelessness Over Long Term
November 29, 2019
The housing model is now being widely implemented in the United States.
Chemotherapy Remains Significant for Cancer Treatment
November 29, 2019
Chemotherapy may be the “boomer” to millennial-esque new cancer treatments, but there is a reason the old standard became that way, and isn’t likely to be replaced anytime soon.
Steering Patients Through the Healthcare System
November 28, 2019
New survey reveals impact of consumer challenges navigating the complexities of today's healthcare system when searching for the right care.
Increased Use of Antibiotics May Predispose to Parkinson's Disease
November 28, 2019
The strongest associations were found for broad-spectrum antibiotics and those that act against anaerobic bacteria and fungi, study suggests.
Cassidy, Rosen Bill Fixes Gap in Health Data Privacy Protections
November 28, 2019
Proposed legislation prevents tech data harvesters from collecting information from smart device users.
Social Networks Move into Behavioral Health
November 27, 2019
Healthcare executives have a unique opportunity to stand up against harmful material on social media platforms.
