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Yale Medicine suggested limiting caffeine intake and avoiding nicotine and alcohol near bedtime as treatments of long COVID symptoms. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

Studies show diabetes medicine may help with COVID aftereffects

COVID-19 cases do not make news headlines much anymore but many people who experienced it can have persistent symptoms long after the infection…

The first World AIDS Day took place in 1988, providing a platform to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS and honor the lives affected by the epidemic. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

World AIDS Day: Looking back at public-health and moral crisis

World AIDS Day is Dec. 1, dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV. Thousands of people live with H-I-V/Aids …

Data show firearms were the leading cause of death among children and teens ages 1-17 in 2022. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

Alabama leaders unite to address gun violence, reimagine community safety

Gun violence has long been a pressing issue in Alabama and recent events such as the tragic shooting at Tuskegee University have reignited urgent call…

Rural young people returning to their communities from out-of-home placements may face unique barriers to successful reentry, and rural reentry service providers may face challenges in meeting their needs, according to the National Reentry Resource Center. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

In New Year, Medicaid will cover WV youths transitioning out of incarceration

Changes in federal law will permit West Virginia and other states to use Medicaid dollars to pay for health care services for incarcerated youths begi…

The Tennessee Department Mental Health Services provides a wide range of resources and programs for people of all ages who are managing mental illness or significant emotional challenges. (vejaa/Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

Support for Tennesseans facing grief, loss during holiday season

'Tis the season for celebration and good cheer. However, for many Tennesseans, the absence of a loved one, whether through death, divorce or another …

A cap on out-of-pocket drug costs will likely decrease health care costs for many people on Medicare. (Rawpixel.com/Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

Medicare changes in 2025 to benefit Oregonians

Changes coming to Medicare in 2025 could be beneficial for Oregon residents who are eligible for the program. Oregonians who qualify for Medicare …

Seasonal Affective Disorder increases as daylight decreases and winter weather sets in. (photogeek/Adobe Stock)<br />

Friday, November 29, 2024

Grief can be more painful during holiday season

'Tis the season for celebration and good cheer. However, for many Idahoans, the absence of a loved one, whether through death, divorce or another …

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention awarded $6.29 million to health departments and community-based organizations in Nevada for HIV prevention and care activities. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

World AIDS Day puts focus on perception

World AIDS Day is Dec. 1, which is dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV. Thousands of people live with …

Some 75% of LGBTQ+ youth in South Dakota in 2022 reported experiencing anxiety, according to The Trevor Project. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

Calls to LGBTQ+ helpline surge following Election Day

Members of the LGBTQ+ community in South Dakota are concerned about what a second Trump presidency could mean for their safety, rights and …

The number of people diagnosed with Stage 3 HIV/AIDS rose to 636 in 2023, up from 511 in 2021. Experts believe pandemic-related delays in health care might have played a role. (Adobe Stock)

Friday, November 29, 2024

World AIDS Day highlights progress, challenges in fighting HIV in NC

World AIDS Day is Dec. 1, a time to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and the progress made in fighting it. Here in North Carolina, more than 37,000 …

U.S. counties with state minimum wages between $7.26 and $9 saw a reduction in obesity by 0.6 percentage points, while counties with minimum wages of more than $9 experienced an obesity reduction of 2.8 percentage points, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins University. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Colorado obesity rate linked to economic inequality, low minimum wages

More than one in five Coloradans are considered obese, a chronic medical condition leading to serious health risks and a new study links obesity to …

Pennsylvania's uninsured rate rose from 4.3% to 5.3% for Black children, from 4.9% to 6% for Hispanic/Latino children, and from 6% to 9.4% for those identifying as some other race, according to a new report from Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children. (Rawpixel.com/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Report: Number of PA uninsured children stable, but no progress

Tens of thousands of children in Pennsylvania are still missing out on essential health care coverage, according to a new report. The "State of …

According to the Great Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center, one in 40 Native American and Alaska Native babies born in the Great Plains region in 2022 had a syphilis infection. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Tribal leaders call syphilis outbreak 'public health emergency'

By Jazmin Orozco Rodriguez for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Kathleen Shannon for Greater Dakota News Service reporting for the KFF Health News…

Roughly 5% of adults in the U.S. experience Seasonal Affective Disorder, according to the American Psychiatric Association, and symptoms last about 40% of the year. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Psychiatrist: Don't ignore grief of loss during holidays

The holiday season often brings Wyoming families together in celebration and warmth but for some, the absence of a loved one -- whether through death…

The U.S. Supreme Court hears on average 80 cases per session, out of the thousands of requests it receives. (Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

U.S. Supreme Court ponders review of WI gender-identity case

The U.S. Supreme Court is deciding whether to review a Wisconsin case over the issue of gender identity at school. The case Parents Protecting Our …

Milk is the only food that makes up an entire food group. (magdal3na/Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Activist: Dairy may not be best way to get your calcium

By Seth Millstein for Sentient.Broadcast version by Freda Ross for Texas News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration Wh…

On the day after the Nov. 5th election, Planned Parenthood health centers nationwide reported a 1200% increase in scheduled vasectomy appointments and a 350% increase in birth control implant appointments. (Adobe Stock) <br />

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

New England clinics see post-election spike in contraceptive requests

Health clinics in New England and elsewhere are coping with a sharp uptick in requests for long-acting contraceptives in the wake of the election…

In August, the Colorado Department of Education updated guidelines reflecting evidence-based best practices on how returning to school and exercise can improve recovery. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Tips for helping kids recover from concussions

By Kate Ruder for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Eric Galatas for Colorado News Connection reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News Service…

Following the Nov. 5th election, Planned Parenthood health centers nationwide reported a 760% increase in IUD appointments scheduled and a 350% increase in birth control implant appointments. (Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Post-election contraceptive requests increase at ME clinics

Health clinics in Maine and elsewhere are coping with a sharp uptick in requests for long-acting contraceptives in the wake of the election. …

According to a National Survey of Children's Health, one in four Hoosier kids aged six to 17 aren't involved in extracurricular activities.

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Winter after-school programs foster skills for Hoosier kids

As winter sets in, advocates are spotlighting the need for after-school programs to provide Indiana youth with safe spaces to build skills, stay …

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Tips on navigating post-election sensitivities this Thanksgiving

At Thanksgiving, millions of Americans will see relatives who may be on the other side of the political divide for the first time since the election …

Whooping cough is a common, contagious respiratory illness with frequent outbreaks in various settings such as schools, hospitals and large geographic areas, peaking every few years. (Louis-Photo/Adobe Stock)

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Whooping cough cases rise in Tennessee, nationwide

Whooping cough, or pertussis, is making a comeback and a Tennessee medical expert stressed the preventable, highly contagious bacterial infection …

The UMB program is self-paced and includes a two-day in-person simulation training. (Adobe Stock / AI)

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Maryland trains more health workers to offer abortion care

By Sarah Varney for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Brett Peveto for Maryland News Connection reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News Servi…

Senate confirmation hearings will likely start in January for President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominees, including Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. (Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)<br />

Health experts speak out against RFK Jr. leading Health and Human Services

Groups fighting to improve access to health care are asking the U.S. Senate to reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr's nomination for Secretary of Health and …

Colorado's Hospital Discounted Care law requires all hospitals to take steps to make hospital bills more affordable for low- to moderate-income residents. (Adobe Stock)

Monday, November 25, 2024

CO hospitals fail on informing consumers about rights and discounts

Colorado hospitals got failing grades for compliance with the Colorado Hospital Discounted Care law, according to a new report. The law passed in 20…

According to the CDC, peaks of respiratory disease usually happen from about December to February.(Adobe Stock)

Georgia doctors urge residents to stay healthy ahead of holidays

With flu and COVID-19 cases increasing during the holiday season, a Georgia doctor said now is the time to take steps to protect yourself and your …

Food systems are responsible for one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, with meat production, particularly beef, being a significant driver. (CanYalicn/Adobe Stock)

From Ohio to Azerbaijan: How COP29 could shape local farming

By Dawn Attride for Sentient.Broadcast version by Farah Siddiqi for Ohio News Connection reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration …

Health experts said young children often catch walking pneumonia at school and bring it home, spreading it to their families. (Adobe stock)

Hoosier health alert: Walking pneumonia cases increasing

By Kyla Russell for WISH-TV.Broadcast version by Joe Ulery for Indiana News Service reporting for the WISH-TV-Free Press Indiana-Public News Service C…

The holidays can be hard for Texans dealing with loss or depression

The holiday season is not merry and bright for everyone. If you have experienced the loss of a loved one, lost your job or if you're going through a …

The smoking rate among adults in Maryland is 9.6%, much lower than the national average of 12.9%. (Adobe Stock)

Report: Screenings for lung cancer a must

A new report on lung cancer by the American Lung Association showed Maryland has quite a bit of room to improve diagnoses and treatment but experts sa…

According to Florida Atlantic University researchers, alcohol consumption varies significantly by region worldwide and in the U.S. (Pixabay/Pen_ash) According to FAU researchers alcohol consumption varies significantly by region worldwide and in the U.S. (Pixabay/Pen_ash)

Health experts call attention to rising alcohol mortality rates

A recent study from Florida Atlantic University highlighted a concerning rise in alcohol-related deaths across the United States, with mortality …

Research shows in the United States and globally, alcohol consumption is a major cause of preventable death and disability and increases liver disease, mental health disorders and accidents. (Adobe Stock)

Florida researchers highlight alarming rise in alcohol-related deaths

A recent study from Florida Atlantic University highlights a concerning rise in alcohol-related deaths across the United States, with mortality rates …

Only about one in four high school students gets the recommended one hour a day of physical activity, according to the American Heart Association. (Adobe Stock)

Study: Obesity rates skyrocket among KY kids

More than one in three children is now overweight or obese, according to new research published in the Lancet medical journal. The study found while …

The 2024 Kids Count County Data Book focuses on the disproportionate impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Kentucky kids. (Adobe Stock)

Report: Many KY kids lead fragmented and traumatic lives

Nearly one in four Kentucky kids has experienced at least two Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, including abuse, neglect or household …

The U.S. International Joint Commission was asked in March 2024 to address the effects of transboundary water pollution in the Kootenai River Watershed, and should make its decisions by March 2026. (Adobe Stock)

Montana joins tribes to target Canadian mining pollution

Montana has joined a coalition of Indigenous groups working to address Canadian coal mining pollution in the state's Kootenai River. The …

Changes could be coming to Medicare, Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act as President-elect Donald Trump builds his administration. (I Viewfinder/Adobe Stock)

2nd Trump term to affect health coverage for Arkansans

Low-income Arkansas families could be in for some big cuts to health care under a second Trump administration, according to health experts. Policy …

In 2020, roughly 9.9% of all U-S adults over age 20 were, or 28.6 million people, were affected by cardiovascular disease, according to a review article from the American Heart Association. (Adobe Stock)

Advisory: Heart health plummeting in rural areas in SD and nationwide

It is National Rural Health Day and experts are flagging research showing increasing health disparities between urban and rural places, including in …

The middle 20% of Americans, families making between $55,000 and $94,000, would face an average tax increase of $1,530 in 2026 under Trump tax proposals. (Adobe Stock)

Colorado working families would pay more under Trump tax proposals

President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans in Congress have promised to pass a new tax bill, and a new report breaks down the expected winners and …

It's estimated that more than 2 million Georgians have prediabetes, a condition that can often be reversed with weight loss, regular exercise and healthier eating habits. (Adobe Stock)

Expert offers tips to prevent, manage diabetes in Georgia

More than 38 million Americans live with diabetes, including nearly 1 million Georgians. The Georgia Department of Public Health estimates another 2…

Americans with diabetes have medical expenses about 2.6 times higher than those who do not<br />have diabetes. (Adobe Stock)

Tips to prevent, manage diabetes in AL

Over a half-million adults in Alabama live with diabetes - that's roughly 15% of the state's adult population. Each year, another 23,000 people in …

Research site Statista lists 23,000 specialty physicians in Illinois including 2071 radiologists, 1489 cardiologists and 987 oncologists. (Adobe Stock)

IL doctors seek revisions to their Medicare reimbursement amounts

The number of Medicare enrollees is projected to rise over the next few years as the baby boomer population ages. More than 2 million Illinoisans are …

Ohio's inadequate family leave policies and systemic gaps contribute to high rates of infant mortality (7.06 per 1,000 births) and maternal mortality (18.8 per 100,000 births) both above the U.S. average). (Best/Adobe Stock)

Report: Paid family leave and what it could mean for Ohio

Ohio is among the many states where a majority of workers lack access to paid family leave. A new report by Groundwork Ohio finds three in four …

Some Dual Special Needs plans can be used to pay for a variety of different things, including fruits and vegetables, meats, seafood. (Adobe Stock)

Dec 7 deadline for CO Medicare-Medicaid enrollees to get additional benefits

Over 150,000 Coloradans with both Medicare and Medicaid coverage who need additional help - whether due to disabilities, age, income or health …

Feeding Texas is advancing policy solutions to both prevent hunger and tackle its causes and consequences. (Daniel Vincek/Adobe Stock)

Feeding Texas Network prepares for legislative session

The nonprofit Feeding Texas Network has announced its priorities for the upcoming legislative session. The food insecurity rate continues to rise in …

Under the Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act, Dual Special Needs Plans must secure contracts with the state Medicaid agency to enhance the integration of Medicare and Medicaid benefits for

PA Medicaid, Medicare dual enrollees may qualify for expanded benefits

Many Pennsylvania residents could benefit from health coverage known as a Dual Special Needs Plan, but may be unaware of this option. According to …

Nearly 13 million people nationwide, including about 375,000 in North Carolina enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid, could be eligible for additional benefits through a Dual Special Needs Plan. (Adobe Stock)

D-SNP plans offer expanded healthcare benefits for North Carolinians

People in North Carolina who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid may have access to special healthcare coverage that addresses more than just medic…

Dual Special Needs Plans offer Medicare and Medicaid coverage for eligible consumers. (Adobe Stock)

Dual Special Needs Plans in NY can provide extra health care benefits

Some New Yorkers could see a host of benefits from Dual Special Needs Plan, which offer Medicare and Medicaid coverage for eligible consumers…

Kentucky ranks 48 of 50 in the nation for rate of new lung cancer cases at 84.8 per 100,000. The national rate is 54.6 per 100,000, according to the American Lung Association. (Adobe Stock)<br />

Cancer education program sheds light on Appalachian disparities

Some Kentuckians are more likely to be diagnosed with cancer and more likely to die from the disease than others. Dr. Nathan Vanderford, associate …

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Studies show diabetes medicine may help with COVID aftereffects

World AIDS Day: Looking back at public-health and moral crisis

Alabama leaders unite to address gun violence, reimagine community safety

In New Year, Medicaid will cover WV youths transitioning out of incarceration

Support for Tennesseans facing grief, loss during holiday season

Medicare changes in 2025 to benefit Oregonians

Grief can be more painful during holiday season

World AIDS Day puts focus on perception

Calls to LGBTQ+ helpline surge following Election Day

World AIDS Day highlights progress, challenges in fighting HIV in NC

Colorado obesity rate linked to economic inequality, low minimum wages

Report: Number of PA uninsured children stable, but no progress

Tribal leaders call syphilis outbreak 'public health emergency'

Psychiatrist: Don't ignore grief of loss during holidays

U.S. Supreme Court ponders review of WI gender-identity case

Activist: Dairy may not be best way to get your calcium

New England clinics see post-election spike in contraceptive requests

Tips for helping kids recover from concussions

Post-election contraceptive requests increase at ME clinics

Winter after-school programs foster skills for Hoosier kids

Tips on navigating post-election sensitivities this Thanksgiving

Whooping cough cases rise in Tennessee, nationwide

Maryland trains more health workers to offer abortion care

Health experts speak out against RFK Jr. leading Health and Human Services

CO hospitals fail on informing consumers about rights and discounts

Georgia doctors urge residents to stay healthy ahead of holidays

From Ohio to Azerbaijan: How COP29 could shape local farming

Hoosier health alert: Walking pneumonia cases increasing

The holidays can be hard for Texans dealing with loss or depression

Report: Screenings for lung cancer a must

Health experts call attention to rising alcohol mortality rates

Florida researchers highlight alarming rise in alcohol-related deaths

Study: Obesity rates skyrocket among KY kids

Report: Many KY kids lead fragmented and traumatic lives

Montana joins tribes to target Canadian mining pollution

2nd Trump term to affect health coverage for Arkansans

Advisory: Heart health plummeting in rural areas in SD and nationwide

Colorado working families would pay more under Trump tax proposals

Expert offers tips to prevent, manage diabetes in Georgia

Tips to prevent, manage diabetes in AL

IL doctors seek revisions to their Medicare reimbursement amounts

Report: Paid family leave and what it could mean for Ohio

Dec 7 deadline for CO Medicare-Medicaid enrollees to get additional benefits

Feeding Texas Network prepares for legislative session

PA Medicaid, Medicare dual enrollees may qualify for expanded benefits

D-SNP plans offer expanded healthcare benefits for North Carolinians

Dual Special Needs Plans in NY can provide extra health care benefits

Cancer education program sheds light on Appalachian disparities