New urgent-care center specializes in bone and joint issues on the Upper East Side
Residents can access orthopedic urgent care for bone and joint issues without appointments, skipping hospital ER visits. NYC Bone & Joint Specialists offer specialized treatment and therapy. [ more ]
My long and painful wait for NHS knee surgery has left me depressed | Letter
The need to increase NHS surgical capacity is critical for addressing long waiting times for routine surgeries.
Patients like the author, awaiting routine surgeries, experience significant impacts on their mental, physical health, and quality of life due to delays. [ more ]
The History Behind America's Devastating Shortage of Black Doctors
Senators propose Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act to address shortage of primary care physicians and increase number of Black primary care physicians.
The shortage of Black physicians can be traced back to historical racism and discrimination within the medical profession.
Increasing the number of Black primary care physicians is an important step towards reducing racial health disparities. [ more ]
Insurance Companies Flout State Laws Made to Safeguard Cancer Treatment Access
Health insurers are refusing to cover expensive treatments, despite state laws requiring them to do so.
CAR-T therapy, a cutting-edge treatment for cancer, is being denied to patients by insurance companies.
State legislators have passed laws to ensure access to critical medical care, but insurers are still finding ways to avoid paying for expensive treatments. [ more ]
"Complete Liberation": A Black Reproductive Justice Agenda - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
A new report from In Our Own Voice presents the 2023 National Black Reproductive Justice Policy Agenda.
The report aims to address the unequal access to healthcare and eroding reproductive rights faced by Black people, particularly Black women and girls. [ more ]
On Veterans Day, Biden commemorates the sacrifice made by soldiers and their families
President Biden delivers Veterans Day speech at Arlington National Cemetery, emphasizing the care and support owed to veterans.
Biden acknowledges the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families and emphasizes the country's obligation to recognize and provide support.
White House announces new efforts to expand healthcare access for veterans, including coverage for nursing home residents and World War II veterans. [ more ]
Why are people more concerned with treatment than prevention in global healthcare?
People globally prioritize access to healthcare over prevention like obesity or healthy lifestyle choices, creating a shift in healthcare marketing opportunities. [ more ]
North east London GP experiences 'among the worst in England'
Patients in parts of east London have reported lower GP satisfaction rates compared to the national average, highlighting the need for improvement in healthcare services. [ more ]
Why homeless people are losing health coverage in Medicaid mix-ups
Thousands of Montanans lose Medicaid coverage due to bureaucratic challenges post-Covid-19, facing health consequences and delays in receiving necessary medications and treatments. [ more ]
Here are 3 solutions to get blood to folks in 'blood deserts.' One is often illegal
Blood shortages are a prevalent issue globally, leading to life-threatening consequences in medical cases like trauma and anemia.
The term 'blood desert' has been coined to describe areas where there is a severe lack of blood supply, hindering essential medical treatments. [ more ]
Opinion: California's great strides in Medi-Cal expansion are threatened by system inefficiencies
California is expanding its Medicaid program to ensure access to healthcare for all residents, but the annual Medi-Cal redetermination process may result in rescinding coverage.
Latino communities, who heavily rely on Medi-Cal, are particularly impacted by the potential loss of coverage. [ more ]
Older Americans say they feel trapped in Medicare Advantage plans
Medicare Advantage plans, which are administered by private insurance companies, have grown in popularity due to low premiums and additional perks like dental and vision insurance.
Enrollees in Medicare Advantage plans may encounter limited networks of doctors and require preapproval from insurers for care, which can make accessing medical treatment more difficult. [ more ]
Even Good Health Insurance Is Bad, Or: How I Got Top Surgery With A Family History Of Breast Cancer | Defector
Top surgery is a lengthy and bureaucratic process, but having health insurance and access to trans-friendly healthcare providers can make the experience easier.
The author highlights the challenges of navigating healthcare as a media worker, with frequent job changes and disjointed insurance coverage. [ more ]