Insurers not required to cover medical marijuana, federal judge rules
(By: Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) A federal judge has dismissed a proposed class-action lawsuit that aimed to require
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Emerging Health Issues
Health systems rethink primary care for older adults
(By: Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) As the older adult population grows, health systems are expanding community care, virtual
Read MoreStem cells to treat Parkinson’s? 2 small studies hint at success
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) Patients suffering from Parkinson’s disease may soon benefit from a powerful treatment option: stem-cell transplants.
Read MoreThe twofold challenge of an older population — and how systems are adapting
(By Kelly Gooch and Kristin Kuchno for Becker’s Hospital Review) In less than a decade, older Americans are projected to
Read MoreMost online pharmacies being run illegally, federal report finds
(By Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) A new report from the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative found that
Read MoreNationwide IV Fluid Shortage Could Change How Hospitals Manage Patient Hydration
(By Jackie Fortiér for KFF Health News) Hospitals around the country are conserving critical intravenous fluid supplies to cope with
Read MoreHospitals prepare for months-long supply disruptions after Helene, port strike
(By Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) The healthcare industry has recently been facing significant supply chain challenges between the
Read MoreScientists Reveal New Findings About Older Adults Who Take Vitamin D
Story by Stefani Sassos, M.S., R.D.N., C.D.N., NASM-CPT for MSN Vitamin D is a unique nutrient in that it comes
Read MoreMount Sinai among 1st to use blood test for Alzheimer’s detection
(By Elizabeth Gregerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) New York City-based Mount Sinai Health System will be among the first institutions
Read More6 drugs now in shortage
(By Paige Twenter for Becker’s Hospital Review) The sole suppliers for a few medications, including a Parkinson’s disease therapy, are
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