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Higher health care costs with Conservative win

Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party of Canada are silent on health care.  I cannot speak for them.  Their record speaks loudly: In 2012, MP Poilievre voted to cut $43.5 million in transfers to the provinces for health care.  Since then, he voted …

Falls by seniors a significant contributor to health care costs, Butler analysis finds

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Colorado Legislature Approves $43.9 Billion Budget, Reducing Transportation and Social Program Funding to Cover Rising ...

Colorado Lawmakers Approve $43.9 Billion Budget Amid Tough Cuts and Growing Fiscal Concerns Colorado lawmakers gave final approval Monday to a $43.9 billion state budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, navigating a $1.2 billion shortfall by slashing funding …

New B.C. health care costs recovery bill modest when compared to ‘draconian’ 2024 proposals: lawyer

By Ian Burns ( April 22, 2025, 6:32 AM EDT) -- B.C. has announced it is tightening its legislation on recovery of health care costs, and a legal observer is calling them modest when compared to a law that the provincial government proposed last year but …

Taking on health care costs

The President continues his unprecedented blizzard of executive orders (now numbering at least 129). One of interest last week was an executive order designed to reduce the cost of care for seniors. Primarily focused on the cost of prescription drugs, deep …

Colorado legislature passes $43.9 billion budget that cuts transportation, social programs to fund rising health care ...

Colorado lawmakers on Monday gave final approval to a $43.9 billion spending plan that cuts funding for transportation projects, local governments and dozens of social programs in order to keep up with the rising costs of health care and education. But as …

AI healthcare costs management co Healthee raises $50m

Israeli AI healthcare costs management platform Healthee has announced the completion of a $50 million Series B financing round led by Key1 Capital, with participation from all existing investors, including Fin Capital, Glilot Capital Partners, Group11, …

Saving on health care costs

West Virginia spends the most on health care costs in the US

A nurse prepares the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine at a public housing project pop-up site targeting vulnerable communities in Los Angeles. — Photo: © AFP On average a West Virginia household, earning an annual income of $75,575, can expect to be spending $6,249 …

U.S. dementia costs to reach $781 billion in 2025 — who’s really paying for it

The price of dementia in the United States will hit a new high: $781 billion in 2025 alone. Most of that cost isn’t coming from hospital bills or prescription drugs — it’s being paid in unpaid labor, lost income and the emotional weight carried by families …

MAHA means expanding access to care, stabilizing Medicare

OPINION: As President Trump rightly pointed out when creating the Make America Healthy Again Commission, the U.S. is facing a chronic disease epidemic that is cutting too many lives short. There are many reasons for this crisis, but one part of the problem …

Louisiana could raise taxes on vape products. Here's why, and what it would change.

The Louisiana Legislature is considering changing how vape products are taxed in a way that is widely expected to increase the price of those products. Advocates for House Bill 517 by state Rep. Ken Brass, D-Vacherie, say it would lower youth vaping rates …

New Hampshire’s home-based care system is under duress — and that’s before the proposed cuts

Our health care system, at all levels, is facing unprecedented challenges. We have been weathering the storm, but the environment in which we operate is highly unpredictable: we’ve faced significant disruption, from public health challenges to shifting …

An Arm and a Leg: Winning a Two-Year Fight Over a Bogus Bill

Dan Weissmann In July 2022, “An Arm and a Leg” listener Meagan experienced a bout of vertigo that landed her in the emergency room. For more than two years after, Meagan endured what felt like a never-ending series of communications with the hospital over …

Trump’s Approval Rating Struggles with First-Quarter Results

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump ended the first quarter of his second term with an average approval rating of 45%. This figure is higher than the 41% he held throughout his first term but remains well below the average 60% for U.S. presidents …

Sales tax exemptions, increased child care tax credit…

The Iowa House passed bills to exempt "everyday items" like toilet paper and vitamins from sales tax. An expanded child care tax credit passed with broad support, eliminating the income threshold and increasing refundability. A new radon …

Beating malaria: what can be done with shrinking funds and rising threats

Healthcare in Africa faces a perfect storm: high rates of infectious diseases like malaria and HIV, a rise in non-communicable diseases, and dwindling foreign aid. In 2021, nearly half of the sub-Saharan African countries relied on external financing for …

Got medical debt? New state law Riccelli sponsored will protect Washington residents from impacts to credit score

OLYMPIA — Medical debt will no longer factor into determining someone’s credit score in Washington. The change comes after legislation sponsored by Sen. Marcus Riccelli, D-Spokane, was signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson Tuesday, preventing collections …

House advances bill for radon mitigation tax credits

A bill that would provide tax credits for the purchase and installation of radon mitigation systems and require passive mitigation in new construction, advanced Wednesday from the House floor.  Lawmakers said the bill was an “easy” vote to protect Iowans …

CaseFox Introduces New AI Document Generation Feature for Law Firms

CaseFox’s new AI feature helps lawyers generate legal documents in minutes, cutting drafting time by up to 70%. MILPITAS, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CaseFox, the trusted name in legal technology since 2011, has …

UPMC Opens State-of-the-Art Cancer Center in Croatia, Bringing Precision Oncology and US Healthcare Innovation to Europe

ZABOK, CROATIA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), one of the largest academic medical centers in the United States, has officially opened the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center – Croatia, a state-of- …

Enhancing Document Comparison: LogicalDOC's Integration with Litera

LogicalDOC 9.1 integrates Litera Compare: a qualitative leap in document comparison CARPI, MODENA, ITALY, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LogicalDOC, a leader in document management, announces the integration of Litera Compare into version 9.1 of …

Informa Markets Promises Bold New Chapter in Global Healthcare Innovation with the Launch of WHX Tech

DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Informa Markets, a global exhibition company, has announced the launch of WHX Tech, a next-generation healthcare event focused on future-facing technology. Running from …

Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges a Day Laborer in Louisiana Who Now Has Mesothelioma or Lung Cancer to Please ...

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center is urging a person in Louisiana who was a day laborer decades ago and has just been diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung cancer to …

Medit and Graphy Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Digital Orthodontics

Collaboration Combines Medit's Scanning Expertise with Graphy's 3D Printing Innovation to Deliver Next-Generation Orthodontic Solutions PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Medit and Graphy Announce …

Titan Health Sets the Standard for Best-in-Class Revenue Cycle Management (RCM)

Titan Health 2024 RCM Benchmark Report provides a powerful blueprint for achieving financial resilience in uncertain times TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As hospitals across the country face mounting pressure from …

Magnolia Dental Introduces Eco-Friendly Dentistry for a Greener Future

Magnolia Dental leads the way in Eco-Friendly Dentistry with sustainable practices, reducing waste and promoting green dental care for a healthier future. WATERDOWN, HAMILTON, CANADA, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A dentist’s office …

BNCM: DELEX Pharma Secures $4.30 Million Contract for Newly Opened Medical Center

BNCM: DELEX Pharma Secures $4.30 Million Contract for Newly Opened Medical Center. Bounce Mobile Systems Inc. (OTCMKTS:BNCM) MANILA, NCR, PHILIPPINES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BNCM and DELEX Pharma are proud to announce that DELEX …

Graphy Unveils Game-Changing 3D Aligner at AAO 2025 U.S

World’s First 3D Printed Shape Memory Aligner to Be Showcased in Philadelphia PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Graphy Unveils Game-Changing 3D Aligner at AAO 2025 U.S World’s First 3D Printed Shape Memory …

Exploring the Genome: How Creative Biolabs Leads the Way in the Future of CRISPR Gene Editing

In the vast territories of the genome, Creative Biolabs uses CRISPR gene-editing technologies to rewrite the rules of genetic research and therapy development. SHIRLEY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The CRISPR-Cas9 …

Cutting-Edge Antibody Arrays: Creative Biolabs Empowers Neuroscience and Stem Cell Research

As a leader in biotechnological solutions, Creative Biolabs has always been committed to providing innovative products to the scientific research community. SHIRLEY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the wave of rapid …

Blood Works Book Now an International Bestseller

Milestone Confirmed by World’s Largest Bookseller and Global Distributor; All Proceeds Support Multilingual Access for Broader Health Equity LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blood Works: An Owner’s Guide, the collaborative …

Advanced Animal Care Spurs Growth in Veterinary Orthopedic Market: Forecast to Reach USD 956.92 Million by 2034

The veterinary orthopedic market is projected to grow steadily from 2024 to 2034, driven by rising demand for advanced treatments and veterinary care services. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the contemporary …

Global Dental Plaster Market to Reach USD 251.2 Million by 2034, Driven by Steady Demand in Dentistry | FMI

The Dental Plaster Market Outlook from 2024 to 2034 highlights trends, growth, and projections for the industry over the next decade. NEWARK, DE, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global dental plaster market is projected …

BriaCell Confirms 100% Resolution of Lung Metastasis with Bria-OTS™

(IMAGES BELOW) Complete resolution of lung metastasis confirmed at 4 month follow-up in hormone receptor positive (HR+) breast cancer patient Treatment well-tolerated and patient remains on study with stable disease elsewhere Sustained clinical response …

Kura Oncology to Report First Quarter 2025 Financial Results

SAN DIEGO, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kura Oncology, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: KURA), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to realizing the promise of precision medicines for the treatment of cancer, today announced it will …

Amwell® to participate in upcoming investor conferences

BOSTON, April 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amwell® (NYSE: AMWL), a leading provider of a comprehensive SaaS-based software platform for technology-enabled healthcare, will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences:   On May 8, Mark …

Avidicure Launches with $50 Million in Seed Financing to Develop New Multifunctional Antibody Modality to Treat Cancer

AVC-Boosters are designed as dual agonistic antibodies to safely deliver targeted and potent monotherapy with broad application in oncology Lead product AVC-S-101 is a TROP2-targeting booster being developed for non-small cell lung cancer and multiple …

Ace Vision Group Announces Initial Close of $29.4 Million Series B Financing Round

Funding supports the commercial product development of VisioLite® Device and Laser Scleral Microporation Human Clinical Study. Capital raised to date provides strong financial position to prepare the device for regulatory trials and submissions. BOSTON, …