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'Rethinking Diabetes' Review: Beyond Insulin

The number of Americans diagnosed with diabetes has significantly increased over the years.
Food, particularly an overreliance on carbohydrates, plays a key role in diabetic health outcomes.

US defence chief promises transparency amid secrecy around hospital stay

Lloyd Austin went to hospital for elective surgery on January 1 without notifying the White House.
Austin takes full responsibility for the secrecy and admits he could have done a better job informing the public.

Attorney General James Reaches Agreement with Refuah Health Center to Invest $1.2 Million to Protect Patient Data and Pay $450,000 in Penalties to State

Refuah Health Center, Inc. has agreed to invest $1.2 million to strengthen its cybersecurity following a ransomware attack that compromised the personal information of 250,000 New Yorkers.
The New York Attorney General will continue to protect the data of New Yorkers from companies with inadequate cybersecurity measures.

DocGo CEO Defends Performance on New York City Migrant-Care Contract

DocGo CEO defends the company's performance under the migrant-care contract.
The CEO states that the work aligns with DocGo's mission to provide healthcare in nontraditional settings.

Harnessing Modern IT to Power Life-Saving Medical Advances

Data processing advancements in healthcare
Improved storage and accessibility in healthcare

From emotion AI to space, here's what to expect from tech in 2024

Emotion AI will surpass generative AI as the next tech trend, according to EIT Digital's CEO.
Emotion AI could have applications in healthcare, mobility, and finance.

More hospitals are requiring masks as flu and COVID-19 cases surge

More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors due to an expected post-holiday spike in flu, COVID-19, and other illnesses.
Flu and COVID-19 cases may peak by the end of the month and then drop, with current flu vaccines being well-matched to the strain.

State to pay for doctors to train in North if they take up work here after qualifying

Irish students will now be able to study medicine in universities in Belfast and Derry at the same fee rate as students in the Republic of Ireland.
The subsidy is conditional on students committing to working for the HSE after graduation.

Hospitals dealing with influx of kids with respiratory illnesses

Surge in cases of RSV and flu among kids
Hospitals dealing with a surge and lack of beds

Eddie Bernice Johnson, Trailblazer in Congress and Beyond, Dies at 88

Eddie Bernice Johnson, a trailblazing Black woman in healthcare and government, has died at the age of 88.
She served in Congress for 15 terms, championing legislation on water resources, education, and climate change.

Council Post: The Intersection Of Social Influencers And Healthcare

The use of influencers in healthcare has reshaped how we access and engage with medical information and services.
Influencer marketing in healthcare can help disseminate health information, promote awareness, and encourage health prevention.
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California is offering health care to all undocumented residents in 2024. Here's how to apply

California removes immigration status as a barrier to health care, making all low-income undocumented residents eligible for Medi-Cal in 2024
The expansion of Medi-Cal eligibility to undocumented adults aged 26 to 49 is expected to provide full coverage for roughly 750,000 residents and cost $2.6 billion annually

The growing lunacy of free health insurance for migrants

Millions of people are migrating to the United States, but the Democratic Party is not addressing the impact on healthcare and quality of life.
California and other blue states are offering healthcare coverage to undocumented migrants, despite strained healthcare systems and financial deficits.

California is offering health care to all undocumented residents in 2024. Here's how to apply

California removes immigration status as a barrier to health care, making all low-income undocumented residents eligible for Medi-Cal in 2024
The expansion of Medi-Cal eligibility to undocumented adults aged 26 to 49 is expected to provide full coverage for roughly 750,000 residents and cost $2.6 billion annually

The growing lunacy of free health insurance for migrants

Millions of people are migrating to the United States, but the Democratic Party is not addressing the impact on healthcare and quality of life.
California and other blue states are offering healthcare coverage to undocumented migrants, despite strained healthcare systems and financial deficits.
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Your data has been breached ... again ... this time by NY Presbyterian Hospital

The NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital has settled for $300,000 after failing to protect patient data.
The hospital's website used tracking tools that disclosed visitors' health information to third-party tech companies.

Sidney Wolfe, relentless consumer activist and FDA foe, dies at 86

Sidney M. Wolfe was a doctor turned consumer activist who fought against ineffective and overpriced medications.
He spent most of his career with the Health Research Group, part of the Public Citizen organization.

What does it mean to be and feel healthy in 2024?: Poll

42% of Americans can't remember the last time they felt completely healthy.
Being healthy means eating healthy foods (45%) and being physically active (41%).

CA Is First State to Offer Health Insurance to All Eligible Undocumented Adults

Beginning Jan. 1, undocumented immigrants of all ages will qualify for Medi-Cal, California's health insurance program for low-income individuals.
The Medi-Cal expansion is the culmination of decades of work and advocacy, and the state has committed over $4 billion annually to fund it.
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Growing Number of States Extend Health Coverage to Undocumented Immigrants

Eleven states and Washington, D.C. provide taxpayer-funded health insurance coverage to more than 1 million low-income immigrants regardless of their legal status.
Enrollment in these programs is expected to double by 2025 as at least seven states initiate or expand coverage.

California becomes 1st state to offer health insurance to all undocumented immigrants

California will offer health insurance to all undocumented immigrants starting Jan. 1.
Approximately 700,000 undocumented residents between ages 26 and 49 will be eligible for full coverage.

California is expanding health care coverage for low-income immigrants in the new year

More than 700,000 immigrants in California will gain access to free healthcare
The expansion will cost the state about $3.1 billion per year

California Is Expanding Health Care Coverage For Low-Income Immigrants in the New Year

December 30, 2023 8:40 AM EST SACRAMENTO, Calif.

Undocumented immigrants will qualify for free health care in California on Jan. 1

California will offer free health care to all undocumented immigrants who qualify for the state's government-run health insurance program.
The state is facing a $68 billion budget deficit in the next fiscal year.

London Ambulance Service's chief medical officer made MBE in New Year's Honours

Dr Fenella Wrigley has been made an MBE in recognition of her dedication to healthcare and contributions to the NHS.
She has had a glowing career in caring for Londoners since 1996 and has worked in various positions within the London Ambulance Service.

Anna Jaques Hospital's computer system compromised by cyberattack

Dave Rogers reports:
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