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US House votes to extend Obamacare subsidies, thanks to revolt among Republicans
The US House of Representatives approved legislation to reinstate health insurance subsidies under Obamacare that had expired at the end of 2022. The bill received backing from both Democrats and a gr...
Thailand tightens cannabis sales as dispensaries face closure ahead of election
Thailand's government aims to restrict cannabis sales primarily to licensed medical facilities following the decriminalization of cannabis in 2022. The Health Ministry plans an amendment that would li...
New York Files Suit Against The Trump Administration
The Attorney General of New York has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for its decision regarding funding cuts that affect states' health care programs and other state benefits....
Lawmakers introduce bill to broaden brain injury treatment for vets
Legislation has been introduced that would allocate up to $30 million in grants through 2028 via the TBI Innovation Grant Program. The program aims to support non-VA health care providers and others i...
Most patients at Hong Kong A&E departments unaware of evening clinics as alternative
Patients visiting emergency departments at night for non-urgent issues are largely unaware of alternatives such as evening clinics. Despite the difficulty in securing an appointment which involves mul...
X-rays free, A&E to cost more: the Post breaks down Hong Kong’s new hospital fees
Hong Kong plans to modify public hospital fees starting January 1, aiming to enhance healthcare sustainability amidst an aging population. The changes include free x-ray services and higher costs for ...
Georgia extends free healthcare for Ukrainian refugees through April 2026
The Georgian government has announced an extension of free state healthcare benefits for Ukrainian refugees with permanent residency status in the country, providing coverage through April 2026....
Medical Stocks To Follow Now – January 12th
UnitedHealth Group, Eli Lilly and Company, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Tempus AI, and Johnson & Johnson are highlighted as key medical stocks to observe today by MarketBeat's stock screener tool. These ...
Best Healthcare Stocks To Follow Today – January 12th
According to MarketBeat's stock screener tool, today’s top healthcare stocks to watch include UnitedHealth Group, Tempus AI, Johnson & Johnson, Hims & Hers Health, and Intuitive Surgical. These compan...
Healthcare Stocks To Keep An Eye On – December 25th
According to MarketBeat's stock screener tool, five healthcare stocks to watch today are UnitedHealth Group, Johnson & Johnson, Intuitive Surgical, Medline, and Medtronic. These companies represent va...
Burns Matteson Capital Management LLC Acquires New Shares in UnitedHealth Group Incorporated $UNH
Burns Matteson Capital Management LLC acquired 8,017 new shares of UnitedHealth Group Inc. during the third quarter, valued at approximately $2,768,000, according to their latest filing with the SEC....
Zohran Mamdani joins New York City nurses on strike over labour dispute
Nurses from three major New York City hospitals began striking on Monday due to a labor dispute amid increased healthcare demands during flu season. Mayor Zohran Mamdani supported the striking nurses ...
New York State Teachers Retirement System Cuts Holdings in HCA Healthcare, Inc. $HCA
The New York State Teachers Retirement System reduced its holdings in HCA Healthcare Inc by 8.8% during the third quarter of 2023. The organization decreased its stock ownership to 156,660 shares afte...
Soaring healthcare costs in the Philippines: are doctors’ fees to blame?
The Philippine government is investigating ways to regulate doctors' fees due to public complaints about rising hospital costs. The Department of Health (DOH) plans to study possible standards for the...
Ain Aaviksoo: Prevention should be tied to medical insurance contribution
Estonian healthcare could benefit from linking preventive care participation with health insurance contributions and co-payment rates, according to Ain Aaviksoo. He suggests a modest tax incentive for...
America’s year of health care chaos will have consequences
In this analysis piece, the author suggests that President Kennedy’s (presumably referring to a hypothetical or specific historical figure named Kennedy) actions in his first year will result in long-...
Dental hygiene key to predicting mortality, Japanese researchers find
Japanese researchers have discovered that there is a strong correlation between poor oral health among older adults and higher mortality rates as well as increased likelihood of needing long-term care...
Higher fees at Hong Kong hospitals spark confusion, calls to expand clinics
The introduction of revised pricing at public hospitals in Hong Kong has led to widespread confusion and complaints from patients due to unexpected higher fees. Despite authorities reporting a smooth ...
Healthcare Stocks To Follow Today – December 27th
According to MarketBeat's stock screener tool, UnitedHealth Group, Medline, and Johnson & Johnson are the top healthcare stocks to monitor today. The article highlights that healthcare stocks encompas...
Promising Medical Stocks To Keep An Eye On – December 27th
MarketBeat's stock screener highlights five medical stocks for investor consideration today: UnitedHealth Group, Eli Lilly and Company, Medline, Novo Nordisk A/S, and Merck & Co., Inc. These companies...
Youth clinics aim to address sexual concerns in Japan
In fiscal year 2022, approximately 60 youth clinics were operational in Japan offering free or low-cost consultation services aimed at addressing sexual concerns among young people....
Let’s get physical: Hong Kong hospital staff rally for Operation Santa Claus
Medical staff at HKSH Medical Group in Hong Kong participated in a fitness day as part of their annual Operation Santa Claus (OSC) fundraising activities. The event encourages kindness and health prom...
Hong Kong to deploy 1,000 hospital staff to guide patients through fee reform
In anticipation of healthcare reforms, Hong Kong hospitals will deploy over 1,000 service ambassadors to assist patients with the transition starting next Thursday. This move aims to help residents ad...
Hong Kong drops charges against surgeon ruled unfit to face fatal botox trial
Hong Kong prosecutors have dismissed 21 charges against Dr Franklin Li Wang-pong, a 93-year-old plastic surgeon, following a fatal botox injection in 2018. The decision is based on an earlier court ru...
Hospitals concerned over cuts to maximum lab test prices
The Estonian Health Insurance Fund faces a deficit of almost €104 million, leading to plans to reduce the maximum prices for laboratory services by 15% starting from January. This move has raised conc...
Boston Trust Walden Corp Sells 48,057 Shares of UnitedHealth Group Incorporated $UNH
Boston Trust Walden Corp reduced its holdings in UnitedHealth Group by selling 48,057 shares in the third quarter, resulting in ownership of 155,900 shares....
City government cancels designs for new Tallinn hospital
The Tallinn City Government has decided to halt the design process of a new hospital complex due to financial uncertainty. The city had planned to allocate €30 million over four years for the project....
Senator Mark Kelly Sues Department of Defense
U.S. Senator Mark Kelly has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense regarding restrictions on his wife's medical care for PTSD while she served in the military....
Privia Health Group (NASDAQ:PRVA) Now Covered by Royal Bank Of Canada
Royal Bank of Canada initiated coverage on Privia Health Group's stock with an 'outperform' rating and a $31 target price....
Merit Medical Systems (NASDAQ:MMSI) Receives “Buy” Rating from Needham & Company LLC
Needham & Company LLC has maintained their buy rating on Merit Medical Systems (MMSI), setting a price target of $108.00 per share as detailed in their recent report....
Employers association concerned by use of sickleave around holiday periods
The employers association criticizes the current sick leave system due to the ease with which doctors can issue medical certificates without direct patient consultation and a noticeable rise in sick l...
Low-income Hongkongers stuck in endless red tape of medical fee waiver applications
A 63-year-old Hong Kong security guard named Yau has faced lengthy bureaucracy since applying for a medical fee waiver in November. She needs to gather her husband's betting account records from the J...
6 patients spared higher fees as new hospital charges take effect in Hong Kong
On Thursday at midnight, six patients visiting emergency departments in public hospitals avoided higher fees under the new pricing regime that took effect on January 1st. The pricing reform requires p...
Calamos Advisors LLC Has $51.24 Million Stock Holdings in Medtronic PLC $MDT
Calamos Advisors LLC increased its investment in Medtronic PLC by 27.9% during the third quarter, purchasing an additional 117,358 shares to own a total of 538,018 shares valued at $51.24 million....
Hong Kong could take ‘lead in supporting Greater Bay Area children with autism’
Professor Francis Chan Ka-leung of The Chinese University of Hong Kong suggests that Hong Kong can play a leading role in supporting children with autism in the Greater Bay Area through an upcoming co...