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Why Falls Are Rising in Older Adults — and What Medicare and CDC Say to Do About It
Falls remain one of the biggest injury risks for adults 65 and older, and CDC says the age-adjusted fall death rate rose from 64.7 per 100,000 in 2018 to 78.4 in 2024. The good news: many falls can be prevented with the right…
New Trial Suggests Symptom-Based Dosing May Help Newborns Leave Sooner
A JAMA trial found that, for some newborns treated for opioid withdrawal, giving medicine based on symptoms instead of a fixed taper shortened the time to medical readiness for discharge. The study was done in U.S. hospitals already using Eat, Sleep, Console or…
CMS’s new rural health fund could reshape care in your state
CMS has started rolling out a $50 billion rural health program that will flow through states, not directly to patients or hospitals. That means the biggest question for rural communities is not just how much money is available, but how each state chooses…
Oral cancer screening is still worth asking about, even if you feel fine
A routine dental visit can include a quick mouth, head, and neck exam that may spot trouble early. But U.S. agencies do not recommend a universal stand-alone screening test for every symptom-free adult, because evidence is still insufficient. Here’s how to think about…
Raw milk cheese recall shows why unpasteurized dairy remains a food-safety risk
A multistate E. coli outbreak linked to raw cheddar cheese and raw milk has ended, but recalled products may still be in home refrigerators and freezers. Here’s what the CDC and FDA said, who is most at risk, and what consumers should do…
Why seasonal allergies may feel worse now in the U.S. — and what helps
Seasonal allergies are common in the United States, and pollen seasons can feel tougher in warm, high-pollen weeks. Simple steps can reduce exposure, and antibiotics do not treat seasonal allergies.
CMS is enforcing new hospital price transparency rules in 2026
CMS began enforcing updated hospital price-transparency requirements in April 2026. The change is meant to make hospital price files more usable, but it does not guarantee an easy shopping experience or a lower bill for every patient.
FDA recalls QuickVue strep test over false-positive concerns
The FDA has posted a Class II recall for specific lots of the QuickVue Dipstick Strep A Test. The action matters because rapid strep tests help guide next steps for sore throats, and a negative result is not always the final word —…
CMS proposes faster prior-authorization rules for drugs
CMS has proposed new electronic prior-authorization rules for drugs that could shorten some approval waits, but the change is not final. The plan would still need public comments, a final rule, and plan-by-plan implementation before patients see any effect.
Asthma at Work: How to Tell Whether Your Job Is Triggering Your Symptoms
Asthma symptoms that ease on weekends or vacations and return at work can be a clue that your job is part of the problem. Here’s how work-related asthma is recognized, what can trigger it, and why both exposure control and medical care matter.
ACA marketplace shoppers face higher deductibles after subsidies expired
Marketplace coverage remains widely used, but many 2026 shoppers are seeing a less generous mix of plans and higher out-of-pocket costs than they did when enhanced premium tax credits were in place. CMS says 23.1 million people selected or were re-enrolled in Marketplace…
FDA warns of a nationwide recall of Lactated Ringer’s injection
B. Braun Medical has recalled specific lots of Lactated Ringer’s Injection, 1L, after FDA said the product may contain particulate matter. The recall affects hospitals and other healthcare facilities; patients who recently received this IV fluid can ask their care team whether the…