Pediatrics: The Growing Backbone of Medicine – Why It’s Essential
Pediatrics is a vital field in medicine that focuses on the health and well-being of children. However, recent challenges have highlighted the growing concerns within the pediatric workforce. The RSV epidemic that hit pediatric...
Healing Spiritual Wounds: How to Overcome Spiritual Injury
As a doctor, Robert Klitzman knows that healthcare providers are well-prepared to address the physical needs of patients in hospitals, but may struggle with the emotional and spiritual challenges they face. This realization prompted...
Understanding the Urgency of the BIOSECURE Act for Biosecurity Measures
The BIOSECURE Act, a piece of legislation targeting Chinese biotechnology companies, has been the center of attention in Washington early this year. However, the fate of this bill hangs in the balance as Congress...
Building Resilient Healthcare: Vanessa Kerry’s Climate Change Mission
Vanessa Kerry, a physician specializing in pulmonary and critical care, established Seed Global Health over a decade ago to address disparities in healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in countries with limited resources. In a recent...
Bristol Myers Files Lawsuit Against HHS Over 340B Hospital Payment Terms
Bristol Myers Squibb recently filed a lawsuit against the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), claiming that the Biden administration is unlawfully preventing the company from using rebates to pay hospitals involved in...
Biotech News Roundup: Stay Updated on the Latest Developments in the Industry
Good morning, everyone! Today, we have some interesting updates from the biotech industry. The BIOSECURE Act is facing a crucial moment as it needs to be passed by Congress by December to avoid obstacles,...
How Trump’s Health Policies Differ From Previous Administrations
In recent years, Trump's health policies have sparked significant debate among healthcare professionals, highlighting crucial health policy differences compared to previous administrations. This guide examines the unique aspects of Trump Administration healthcare, focusing on...
Jim O’Neill Named HHS Deputy Secretary by Trump: Biotech Investor
President-elect Trump has selected biotech investor Jim O'Neill as the nominee for deputy secretary of the Health and Human Services department. If confirmed, O'Neill would be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of various...
Jay Bhattacharya: Trump’s Choice to Lead NIH
President-elect Trump has made his selection for the role of leading the National Institutes of Health known, with Stanford University professor Jay Bhattacharya being chosen for the position, as announced by his transition team...
AI’s Impact on Radiologists’ Burnout: Challenges and Solutions
The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on radiologists' burnout has been a topic of recent discussion. A study conducted in China involving over 6,700 radiologists revealed a surprising result - the use of AI...
Reining in AI Use in Medicare Advantage: Biden Administration’s Plan
The Biden administration recently announced a series of proposed changes to private Medicare plans aimed at improving coverage, regulating the use of artificial intelligence, and ensuring access to behavioral health providers and additional benefits....
Roche Lung Cancer Study: Immunotherapy Failures and Drug Target Questions
Roche, a pharmaceutical company, recently announced that an experimental cancer treatment they were working on, called tiragolumab, did not improve survival rates in a major lung cancer study. The study, known as SKYSCRAPER-01, involved...