The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given the green light to a new all-oral treatment regimen for people newly diagnosed…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration faces a moment of deep uncertainty. Commissioner Marty Makary, MD, MPH, stepped down in protest recently…
Understanding the Star Rating System Choosing a hospital can feel overwhelming. To help patients make informed decisions, the Centers for Medicare &…
A Federal Court Steps In to Protect Patient Privacy A federal judge has stopped the Trump administration’s attempt to get private medical…
Understanding Prior Authorization Prior authorization is a process many health insurance companies use. Before a patient can get a certain test, procedure,…
The latest round of health news contains a mix of tragic violence, medical malpractice lawsuits, and data privacy battles that affect patients…
A growing body of research is revealing new potential benefits for a popular class of diabetes and weight-loss medications. For millions of…
A recent hantavirus outbreak on an expedition cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has made headlines, sparking fears about a possible new…
Social media trends come and go, but some can land you in the emergency room. The latest dangerous fad sweeping male online…
The world of online networking for physicians just got a bit more crowded. Two new social media platforms designed specifically for doctors…
A growing number of women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer are choosing to skip a common surgical procedure, and new research suggests…
Many people take a daily multivitamin hoping to fill nutritional gaps, but a new study suggests these supplements might do more than…