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The House of Representatives has introduced a bill to prohibit public and civil servants from patronising private schools and healthcare services. The bill, titled "A Bill for an Act to Prohibit Public and Civil Servants from Patronizing Private Schools and Health Care Services and for Related Matters (HB 2487)
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In a recent move, the Texas government has modified the existing non-compete provisions for physicians and some healthcare professionals. The law, SB 1318, aims to restrict practicing medicine in a certain geographic area after leaving a contract or employment. Practitioners will need to abide by specific buyout requirements, time limitations,
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The Pennsylvania Department of Health has announced the launch of seven new training opportunities to help healthcare providers reduce overdose risk and improve patient outcomes. These training programs are designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to address substance use disorder using evidence-based approaches. The training
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As the cost of living continues to rise, ordinary families around the country are facing significant financial challenges. With grocery prices increasing by up to 40% since 2021, alongside rising electricity bills, healthcare costs, and service charges, households are feeling the strain. Even those with steady or above-average incomes are
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As the number of people with diabetes continues to soar, OSF Medical Group has launched a new diabetes education program in Alton, Illinois, to provide personalized support and guidance to individuals living with the condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 38.4 million people
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Researchers at Macquarie University have been studying the effectiveness of online psychological treatment via the internet, and the results are promising. The MindSpot Clinic, a facility based at Macquarie University Health, has been providing structured cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) treatment to over 50,000 Australian men and women over the
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U.S. Senators Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) recently introduced the bicameral 340B Pharmaceutical Access To Invest in Essential, Needed Treatments & Support (PATIENTS) Act to safeguard the 340B drug pricing program. This legislation aims to protect patients, especially those in lower-income and rural communities, who rely on
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A recent study conducted among 312 radiographers in Africa has highlighted the limited opportunities for evidence-based practice through research in the field of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The study, published in BMC Health Services Research, found that African radiographers face significant barriers to participating in MRI research, including limited resources,
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The Washington Poison Center (WAPC) will host a free virtual series on overdose prevention and harm reduction every Tuesday in August. This year's series focuses on strategies for addressing overdose prevention, harm reduction, and response when resources are limited, as well as evidence-based approaches, emerging trends, and policy
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The American Heart Association presents the Get With The Guidelines -- Stroke SilverPlus award to UP Health System -- Portage for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care, ensuring that stroke patients receive appropriate and timely treatment based on nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. Stroke is a leading cause of death
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Athenahealth, Inc. announced that HarmonyCares, a national value-based provider of in-home primary care services, has implemented athenaOne, a comprehensive suite of integrated electronic health record (EHR), practice and revenue cycle management (RCM), and patient engagement capabilities with embedded AI technologies. The implementation aims to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration among care
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MacroHealth, a healthcare technology company, has acquired ClearCost Health, a leader in provider search and price transparency solutions, to further improve access, cost, and quality of healthcare. This acquisition aims to empower payers, plan sponsors, and consumers with enhanced tools for transparency in healthcare pricing and network optimization, ultimately aiming
