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2023-08-21 A Peek at Big Pharma’s Playbook That Leaves Many Americans Unable to Afford Their Drugs Elisabeth Rosenthal America’s pharmaceutical giants are suing this summer to block the federal government’s first effort at drug price regulation. Last year’s Inflation Reduction Act included what on its face seems a modest proposal: The federal government […]
Does Technology Help or Hinder the Learning Process? Technology today has become vital to some areas of our everyday lives, from communicating with friends and family to helping save lives at our local hospitals. Without question technology has benefited many people’s lives. You can do everything from the comfort of your own home, go to […]
You Choose to React or Respond By: Daniel Sitter Choices abound. Sometimes choices confound us, while at other times, certain choices are rather obvious. Any way you approach the subject, choices present opportunities to either excel or hinder. As human beings, we were endowed by our Creator with the power of choice. It is […]
2023-08-20 A New Medicare Proposal Would Cover Training for Family Caregivers Judith Graham Even with extensive caregiving experience, Patti LaFleur was unprepared for the crisis that hit in April 2021, when her mother, Linda LaTurner, fell out of a chair and broke her hip. LaTurner, 71, had been diagnosed with early-onset dementia seven […]
Make Nutrition a Priority for Your Pet (Family Features) As a dog or cat parent, you are responsible for your pet’s well-being and making good decisions about what’s best for him or her. Providing your cherished companion with a high-quality, nutritionally balanced diet is one of the most important things you can do to ensure […]
Recipe Sunday 2023-08-20 We feel, and studies suggest, that cooking can be a form of therapy for many. On Sunday, we post recipes for those looking for new ways to diversify their cookbooks (we do not get paid for this). —Editorial Team. . Kickoff Cravings: Win your tailgate with MVP-level appetizers (Family […]
Sunday’s Jokes 2023-08-20 Some say laughter is the best medicine, so, on Sundays, we post some jokes to hopefully brighten your day. – Editorial Team. Please note that Sunday’s jokes is no longer archived and is updated every week. . Alaska Why don’t Alaskans tell secrets on the ice? Because they know the […]
2023-08-19 Doctors Hesitate to Ask About Patients’ Immigration Status Despite New Florida Law Daniel Chang Fearful of risking their jobs, jeopardizing state funding for their institutions, and further politicizing health care, Florida hospital leaders have been reluctant to speak out against a new law that requires them to ask about patients’ immigration status. […]
Tackling Obesity with the Concepts of Behavioral Economics Introduction In the Western world, obesity is a continuous problem and it is getting more severe. It has recently been estimated that, for example, in the United States obesity costs the society approximately $190.2bn, or 20.6 percent of total U.S. health spending, annually. Given that […]
Paying For Alternative Treatments By: Lee Dobbins Even though alternative health treatments are becoming increasingly popular, there are very few health plans that will pay for alternative treatment. Many people who have come to rely on these treatments will pay for them out of pocket, but if you are seeking alternative treatments, it might […]