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Walking again after paralysis: Early study suggests stimulation could jolt spinal cord back to life

(By Isabella Cueto for ST A T) After a traumatic motorcycle collision in 2017, Michel Roccati was left completely paralyzed

(by Michaeleen Doucleff for NPR) During the early days of the pandemic, scientists and doctors were concerned that being infected

(By Nick Moran for Becker’s Hospital Review ) CMS is seeking input on an Advanced Notice that includes proposed changes

(By Katie Palmer for ST A T) Billions of dollars have been poured into telehealth during the pandemic: Insurers loosened

(By Alana Wise for NPR) Medicare and Medicare Advantage recipients will be eligible for free over-the-counter COVID-19 tests beginning in

(By Angus Chen for ST A T) In 2010, Doug Olson became the second person in the world to receive

(By Suzette Lohmeyer for NPR) Omicron is so ridiculously contagious that even if you follow recommended precautions, you still might

(By Judith Graham for Kaiser Health News) Frail older adults are finding it harder than ever to get paid help

(By Kelly Gooch for Becker’s Hospital Review ) The Justice Department obtained more than $5.6 billion in fraud and false

(By Sydney Lupkin for NPR) The United States is spending about $530 for each 5-day course of Pfizer’s COVID-19 pill,