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Is there harm in hospitals targeting rich patients for donations?
Nonprofit hospitals across the United States are seeking donations from the people who rely on them most: their patients. Many hospitals conduct nightly wealth screenings — using software that culls public data such as property records, contributions to political campaigns and other charities — to gauge which patients are most likely to be the source […]
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$91 million case against nation’s largest insurer is a ‘clear win’ for patients
If you’ve ever been wrongfully denied health insurance coverage, a recent court decision should give you hope in fighting your insurer and holding them accountable. That’s the key takeaway, experts say, after a California Supreme Court decision in early January paved the way for the state to collect $91 million in fines from the UnitedHealthcare […]
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University of Global Health Equity unveils new campus
University of Global Health Equity launched its FRw 8 billion campus in Burera District with focus on training students to emerge ready to develop health care services and systems that connect neglected communities with essential life-saving attention. CNBC Africa’s Fiona Muthoni had a conversation with Gary L. Gottlieb, CEO of Partners in Health on the […]
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Where law and health care meet
Hayleigh Hansen spent a week at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics over winter break. The third-year College of Law student from Council Bluffs, Iowa, wasn’t sick, injured, or visiting a loved one. Instead, she was taking a unique week-long seminar designed to give law students a firsthand look at how legal issues intersect […]
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Lehigh Names Whitney Witt Inaugural Dean of the College of Health
After an extensive global search, Lehigh has appointed Whitney Witt, currently the director of the Center for Maternal and Child Health Research at IBM Watson Health in North Carolina, as the inaugural dean of the university’s new College of Health. She will assume her new role on Jan. 31. Read More
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How Being Fit During Your College Years Can Help Solve Your Confidence Issues
Do you often admire the athletic physique of your college friend? Wonder why your friend is obsessing with his or her diet during college hours? Most of us during our college days think that a good physique is merely for looks, getting girls and appreciation from fellow mates. Apart from these superficial aspects, a fit […]
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More tools for students to deal with mental health
A pair of mental health initiatives were rolled out at Nipissing University and Canadore College on Monday. The event took place on “Blue Monday” which is considered one of the most depressing days of the year. Read More
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Medicity: New mega complex with colleges, hospitals to open in Ajman, UAE
Dubai: The healthcare business is expanding into Dubai’s neighbouring emirates, with Ajman expected to see the launch of a mega medical complex in the next few months. UAE-based company Thumbay Group announced that it will be officially inaugurating its new Dh1 billion Medicity project in March and it will be serving more than 20,000 people […]
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Genetic diversity could bring about better Alzheimer’s treatment, study says
Genetic diversity among the test subjects in Alzheimer’s disease research could help bring about better treatment options for the condition, a new study says. Researchers funded by the National Institute on Aging, or NIA, injected a mouse model of familial Alzheimer’s known as 5XFAD into a group of genetically diverse mice. This group shared the […]
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Health system appoints diversity officer
A local health system has named its new diversity officer. Spectrum Health said it appointed Ovell Barbee, human resources SVP, to the role, in addition to his current responsibilities. Read More
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UW study finds student athletes report better mental health than non-athlete peers
Competing athletically at collegiate levels while maintaining a full class load and living independently for the first time causes high stress and anxiety for many. However, a new study at the University of Wisconsin found that student athletes enjoy high levels of physical and mental health, exceeding even that of their non-athlete classmates. Read More
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Will More Diversity Among Doctors Help Improve African-American Health?
African American men have the lowest life expectancy of any ethnic group in the country due to health issues like diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, and cancer. The problem is puzzling when many of these diseases are so preventable or treatable today. Read More
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