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FBI Warns Ransomware Assault Threatens US Health Care System
Federal agencies warned that cybercriminals could unleash a wave of data-scrambling extortion attempts against the U.S. health care system.
Can Video Games Help You Level Up Your Health?
While nobody is suggesting you trade in your gym membership for a game subscription, it turns out there probably are worse things you could be doing with your leisure time, experts say.
Feds Issue Coverage Plan for COVID-19 Vaccine and Treatments
Federal health officials Wednesday issued insurance coverage rules designed to deliver on the promise that every American will have access to free COVID-19 vaccines when they are approved.
Trump Rule Requires Health Plans to Disclose Costs Up Front
Trying to pull back the veil on health care costs to encourage competition, the Trump administration on Thursday finalized a requirement for insurers to tell consumers up front the actual prices for common tests and procedures.
Pope Stresses COVID Precautions, Doesn't Wear Mask at General Audience
Despite cautioning the Catholic faithful in attendance about the risks of COVID-19, Pope Francis and his aides did not wear masks at Wednesday's general audience.
A Third of Americans Have Lied to Their Significant Other About This
A recent survey proves that many Americans still have a problem discussing issues of sexuality and intimacy.
Scientists Warn Americans Are Expecting Too Much From a Vaccine
The White House and many Americans have pinned their hopes for defeating the COVID-19 pandemic on a vaccine being developed at "warp speed." But some scientific experts warn they're all expecting too much, too soon.
Telemedicine or In-Person Visit? Pros and Cons
The COVID-fueled surge has tapered off as patients venture back to doctors' offices. But medical professionals and health experts predict that when the pandemic is over, telehealth will still play a much larger role than before.
If Trump Wins, Don't Hold Your Breath Waiting for That ACA Replacement Plan
If President Donald Trump wins reelection next week, it seems unlikely he will unveil the health plan he's been promising since before his election in 2016. Still, other aspects of health care could be featured in his second-term agenda.
US Coronavirus Deaths Rise Again
Deaths per day from the coronavirus in the U.S. are on the rise again, just as health experts had feared, and cases are climbing in practically every state.
Lilly Antibody Drug Fails in COVID-19 Study, Others Go On
U.S. government officials are putting an early end to a study testing an Eli Lilly antibody drug for people hospitalized with COVID-19 because it doesn't seem to be helping them.
How Losing Obamacare Could Cost You
If the Supreme Court throws out the Affordable Care Act, your finances and your future could pay the price.
Fear and Anxiety Spike in Virus Hot Spots Across US
The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington currently forecasts that the U.S. COVID-19 death toll could exceed 318,000 by January 1.
I ___ Sober: How Recovery Unplugged's New Campaign is All About Living Life
The nationally recognized treatment center recently kicked off the "I ____ Sober" movement as a way to celebrate those who are living their best lives without the influence of drugs and alcohol.
Travel on Thanksgiving? Pass the COVID
For everyone, after at least seven months of being mostly sequestered, the winter holidays pose an almost insurmountable temptation. Even public health and infectious disease experts recognize the dilemma.
Winter Is Coming for Bars. Here's How to Save Them. And Us.
Should the government pay bars, many restaurants and event venues to close for the winter? Some experts say yes.
7 Tips for Staying Safe as COVID-19 Cases Rise
As temperatures fall, people are spending more time indoors. That heightens the risk of the coronavirus spreading, but there are some simple steps you can take to help protect yourself and everyone around you.
Sick of COVID-19? Here's Why You Might Have Pandemic Fatigue
As the pandemic drags on, following COVID-19 prevention guidelines can feel like more and more of a challenge.
Even With ACA's Fate in Flux, Open Enrollment Starts Soon. Here's What's New.
Facing a pandemic, record unemployment and unknown future costs for COVID-19 treatments, health insurers selling Affordable Care Act plans to individuals reacted by lowering rates in some areas and, overall, issuing only modest premium increases for 2021.
Top 10 Ways People Are Preparing for the Cold Season
Ditching dairy products, upping your turmeric intake and soaking in the tub with bath salts are everyday rituals to keep on your radar if you want to feel better prepared for this cold season, according to medical officials.