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The Trump administration on Wednesday announced a nationwide moratorium on new suppliers of certain medical devices, citing the need to address “fraud, waste and abuse” in the industry that provides wheelchairs, prosthetic limbs and other equipment. “The amount of fraud is so vast that it’s easier to open one of these providers than it is to open a bank account,” Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, said at a press conference with Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Vice President J.D. Vance about tackling health care fraud. The moratorium will not stop the…
Get the health information and medications you need every weekday with STAT’s free newsletter Morning Rounds. Sign up here. good morning. The idea of ”looksmaxxing” was formally introduced at a meeting of STAT’s scientific team. There’s a lot of journalistic discussion that maximizes this phenomenon and one of its leaders: the clavicle. I found this essay by trans writer PE Moskowitz particularly interesting. Casey Means confronts Cassidy at confirmation hearing Four months after giving birth, on the day she was scheduled to appear before the Senate Health Committee, Casey Means faced questions and sparred with senators from both parties in…
Two years ago, Megan Selser was folding clothes with her 7-week-old baby’s head on her chest when the phone rang. When she answered, the person on the other end could hear the heartbreaking voice she used so many times as an ICU nurse to deliver bad news. It turned out that her son Ben had mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS) type 2, or Hunter syndrome. The disease is among a group of rare diseases that are invisible at birth but can slowly reduce physical and cognitive abilities by the time a child enters kindergarten. Some children die as young as 10 years old.…
Most people have heard of microplastics in the ocean. Far fewer people have heard of microfiber glass. Researchers have now discovered it buried in the sediments and surface layers of the Cowichan Estuary on Canada’s Vancouver Island. The estuary supports unique wildlife, shellfish harvesting, and food security for indigenous peoples.This new study, led by scientists at Simon Fraser University, is one of the first baseline assessments of coastal fiberglass pollution in Canada. In collaboration with the Cowichan Estuary Restoration and Conservation Association (CERCA), the team sampled 26 sites across the estuary from 2020 to 2024 to determine how…
“AI can help solve real-world medical challenges.”Elevance Health partners with the Digital Medicine Society to help establish industry standards and award trusted products with the DiMe Seal to promote safety, accountability, and trust in digital health solutions. The company is building a connected, consumer-centric healthcare ecosystem that is proactive, accessible, and tailored to each individual’s total health through an integrated digital platform, virtual care, remote monitoring, and interoperable data systems.This digital-first approach has the potential to improve efficiency for both clinicians and members, while empowering people to take control of their health with convenience, personalization, and insight-based guidance.All sustainability, net…
Earth is closer to destruction than ever before Russia, ChinaA science-minded advocacy group on Tuesday advanced the “Doomsday Clock” to 85 seconds to midnight, saying the United States and other countries are becoming “increasingly aggressive, hostile and nationalistic.”Members of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientist conducted the first demo on Friday and announced the results on Tuesday. Scientists raise the risk of nuclear war climate changethe potential abuses of biotechnology; artificial intelligence Annual announcements assessing how close humanity was to extinction were not properly managed.Last year, the clock advanced to 89 seconds to midnight. The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists’…
Let’s be honest: the thought of aging can bring a mix of wisdom and worry. We all want the wisdom, but we fear the decline—the loss of energy, mobility, and vibrancy. What if you could influence how you age, not just by adding years to your life, but life to your years? This is the heart of healthy aging, a proactive journey that leading physicians champion. As a doctor, I’ve witnessed firsthand that the patients who thrive in their later decades aren’t just lucky; they practice a set of evidence-based, often underrated principles. This isn’t about anti-aging potions or extreme…
Let’s confront an uncomfortable reality: we’re living in an era of unprecedented medical advancement, yet more people than ever are turning away from synthetic solutions and looking backward to move forward. This isn’t about rejecting modern medicine; it’s about a profound integration. The resurgence of natural remedies represents a fundamental transformation in the wellness landscape—a shift from symptom suppression to root-cause resolution, from isolated pharmaceutical interventions to holistic, systems-based healing. In 2024, wellness isn’t just about what you avoid; it’s about what you intentionally incorporate from nature’s pharmacy to build resilience, balance, and sustainable vitality. This movement, driven by both…
When patients ask doctors about weight management, the conversation has moved far beyond simple “eat less, move more” advice. In clinical practice, physicians see what truly creates lasting change—and it often contradicts popular diet culture. The real secrets aren’t about drastic restrictions or miracle supplements; they’re about understanding human biology, psychology, and sustainable habit formation. This guide synthesizes the evidence-based principles that doctors wish every patient knew—strategies that prioritize health over hurried weight loss, stability over quick fixes, and a better quality of life above all. If you’re tired of yo-yo dieting and ready for a medically-sound approach, these insights…
Let’s be brutally honest: the traditional model of healthcare is fundamentally reactive. We wait until a problem manifests—a diagnosis, a symptom, a crisis—and then we seek a solution. But what if the most powerful medical “treatment” available isn’t a pill or a procedure, but a proactive, daily commitment to not getting sick in the first place? Welcome to the era of preventive healthcare, a paradigm shift that is moving from the doctor’s office into the fabric of our daily lives. In 2026, health is no longer something you fix; it’s something you build and protect with intelligent, evidence-based habits. This…