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DHHS Releases RFAs For RHTP Funding Opportunities
LINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has posted Request for Applications (RFA) for three grant opportunities under the Rural…
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Editorial: Entice specialists to care for seniors
Hawaii has the longest life expectancy in the United States — and that’s a good thing, reflecting our healthier residents, on average, as compared with others. However,…
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Plasma Donor Deaths Probed; Doc AI Use Doubles; Aetna Medicare Fraud Lawsuit Settled
(MedPage Today) -- Note that some links may require registration or subscription.Canadian health officials are investigating the deaths of two people who donated plasma…
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Momentum builds for a federal office of men’s health focused on disease prevention
For advocates who have been pushing to create a federal office of men's health, this could finally be the moment.
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Rural healthcare is at a crossroads
Critical access hospitals like Boundary Community Hospital across rural North Idaho and throughout the United States are facing unprecedented strain. These hospitals…
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Acadia Healthcare Highlights $200M EBITDA Upside as New Beds Ramp Amid Medicaid, Staffing Headwinds
Acadia Healthcare (NASDAQ:ACHC) CFO Todd Young discussed the company’s operational priorities, policy headwinds, and cash flow outlook during a conversation at the…
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Defining Wellness Centers Names Bill Morrison Chief Financial Officer
Experienced Healthcare Executive Joins Leadership Team to Support Continued Growth Backed by Fulcrum Equity Partners JACKSON, Miss., March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --…
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Medicare Update: Major Coverage Change Announced
Eli Lilly warns some Medicare plans may exceed the $50 monthly cap for weight‐loss drugs under a new CMS model.
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Myomo and Elevance Health Agree to Contract for Multi-State Network Participation
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New food assistance program opens at BMAC
The program aims to help children who facing both low food security and chronic health issues.
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Telehealth is widely used by older adults insured by Medicare, new research shows
Policymakers are still deciding whether to make some types of Medicare coverage for telehealth permanent. Studies show it helps older adults get more consistent health…
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Increasing Healthcare Services: New initiative aids rural areas across state
WILLIMANTIC — Governor Ned Lamont made the trip to the eastern part of the state to visit Generations Family Health Center in Willimantic to discuss a new initiative to…
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McDermott+ Check-Up: March 6, 2026
THIS WEEK’S DOSEAssistant Secretary Keane testifies at Senate HELP Committee. The hearing with Thomas Keane, assistant secretary for technology policy and national…
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Why Heart Attacks Spike After the Spring Time Change
As daylight saving time approaches, understanding the cardiovascular risks and taking preventive steps could save your life.
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Acadia Healthcare Touts Faster Bed Ramp, Reaffirms 2026 Outlook, Eyes Positive Free Cash Flow
Acadia Healthcare (NASDAQ:ACHC) executives used an investor conference appearance to outline operational priorities, discuss recent financial results and guidance, and…
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Daylight saving time and your heart: Why heart attacks spike after the spring time change
Doctronic reports a 24% spike in heart attacks after the spring time change due to sleep disruption, stressing the need for preventive measures.
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Opinion: U.S. needs a national prevention infrastructure for mental and behavioral disorders
A clear blueprint for a national prevention infrastructure for mental and behavioral disorders.
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PACS Group, Inc. Appoints Dr. Patrick Conway, MD, MSc to Board of Directors
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Supes direct staff to develop Behavioral Health Plan
On Tuesday, the Yolo County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Behavioral Health Services Act budget approach and directed staff to develop the required BHSA…
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$773 million for NH rural health care contracts tabled
The Executive Council voted to table $773 million in contracts for its new rural health initiative over concerns that five hubs managing these programs would bypass…
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$773M for NH rural health care contracts tabled
The Executive Council voted to table $773 million in contracts for its new rural health initiative over concerns that five hubs managing the programs would bypass…
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U.S. House of Representatives introduces legislation to expand Medicaid coverage for behavioral health treatment facilities
The U.S. House of Representatives introduced bipartisan legislation to remove long-standing Medicaid funding restrictions that have limited behavioral health treatment…
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Update on Cuts to Medicaid Funding and Restrictions to Medicaid Access
On July 4, 2025, the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (H.R. 1) was signed into law, implementing significant cuts to Medicaid funding and imposing new restrictions on…
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Bi-county jail medical program gets recognition
A collaborative medical program serving jail inmates in Sutter and Yuba counties has received national recognition for improving healthcare continuity after release.…
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Classifieds Feb. 25, 2026
Harding Dental Group is seeking a responsible, self-motivated, "preferably" experienced full time Dental Assistant to join our amazing team, where our patients…
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New Medicaid work rules likely to hit middle-aged adults hard
Adults ages 50 to 64, particularly women, are likely to be hit hard.
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Opinion: The Rural Health Transformation Program could fail patients like mine
Maintaining the capacity to provide care close to home for rural patients is critical, but it’s under threat.
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Citrus health providers called to action
About 50 people filled a meeting room Friday at the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce in Crystal River to learn how a new federal health care initiative could improve…
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New study on adolescent use of cannabis finds high risk of psychotic disorders
Cannabis flower samples at Cali Kosher dispensary in Empire, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024.
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Lucy Hodder: How NH can get serious about health care costs
When Gov. Kelly Ayotte delivered her State of the State address earlier this month, Granite Staters were listening closely for signs that state leaders understand what…
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Angie Settle: Keeping people healthy and employed in WV (Opinion)
As CEO of West Virginia Health Right, one of six free and charitable clinics in our state, I see who falls through the cracks every day. West Virginia Health Right
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Fairbanks eyes federal rural healthcare funding
Fairbanks city officials are eying a chance to get a piece of federal rural health funding the state of Alaska will receive over five years.
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Gainwell Technologies and Medicaid Leaders to Highlight how States are Navigating H.R. 1 ...
IRVING, Texas, Feb. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gainwell Technologies LLC, a leading innovator in healthcare technology and Medicaid modernization, will participate in…
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Trump mulls Australia-style social media BAN for U.S. teens
(NaturalNews) U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly exploring a potential nationwide ban on social media for minors, inspired by Australia's strict under-16...
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As lawmakers debate anti-fraud measures, Rep. Liebling proposes removing insurers from state health programs
Most Minnesotans on Medicaid, MinnesotaCare and other public health programs receive their coverage through a managed care organization rather than fee-for-service.
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As lawmakers debate anti-fraud measures, Rep. Tina Liebling proposes removing insurers from state health programs
Most Minnesotans on Medicaid, MinnesotaCare and other public health programs receive their coverage through a managed care organization rather than fee-for-service.
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The overlooked link between alcohol, heart health and medical costs
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Anthem Foundation $550,000 Grant to AIRnyc Leads to Improved Clinical Outcomes for Blood Pressure and A1C Control
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Healing rural NC, one doctor at a time
LUMBERTON — When Dr. Ahmed Ahmed clocks out after a 12-hour hospital shift in Lumberton, his work isn’t done.