Healthcare Reform
American Heart Association Warns Health Care Affordability Reaches Crisis Level, Outlines Principles for Reform
The American Heart Association's new Presidential Advisory declares U.S. health care affordability a crisis, citing nearly $5 trillion in annual spending and proposing five core principles to guide policy changes.
Healthcare Veteran Exposes Systemic Failures in New Book 'Flatline Ethics'
Healthcare veteran Aimee Ellis's new book reveals how hierarchy, unchecked power, and profit-driven priorities are eroding the U.S. healthcare system, offering a practical framework for ethical reform.
Kennedy's Child Health Initiative Sparks Mixed Reactions from Healthcare Sector
HHS Secretary Kennedy Jr.'s new MAHA plan proposes sweeping policy changes to address rising chronic diseases in children, drawing varied responses from healthcare stakeholders including companies like Astiva Health.
Maryland's Medicare Advantage Crisis Threatens Coverage for Thousands of Seniors
Maryland's unique hospital payment system and the elimination of state grants are forcing major insurance providers to consider withdrawing Medicare Advantage plans, potentially disrupting healthcare coverage for tens of thousands of retirees who rely on supplemental benefits.
New Study Highlights Challenges and Systemic Barriers for Liver Cancer Patients
A recent study reveals the significant hurdles faced by hepatocellular carcinoma patients, including delayed diagnoses and social stigma, calling for systemic healthcare reforms.