BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — The signs were visible to anyone willing to look. Clinics running out of medicine, health workers sent home in silence, and governments bracing for a wave they could no longer afford to stop.
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BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — The battles over the Affordable Care Act were never only about policy or the price of insurance. They were never simply arguments about federal subsidies, individual mandates, or the markets that hold the system together.
Holy Cross Health marks its 70th anniversary today, honoring a history that began in 1955 when the Sisters of Mercy established a hospital grounded in dignity, respect and faith-based healing. From its earliest days, Holy Cross Health has focused on providing dependable, compassionate care, a commitment that continues to guide the health system today. What started as a small, community hospital has grown into a trusted regional resource for patients and families across South Florida.
People with HIV have an added risk of heart failure, so they and their health care providers need to be alert for early signs such as shortness of breath, fatigue, leg swelling, coughing, and chest pain, according to a new study.
A lot has changed since the first verified case of HIV was found from an unknown man in Kinshasa, Congo, in 1959. Back then, HIV and AIDS were a death sentence. But today, thanks to modern medicine and the right lifestyle choices, people living with HIV can live just as long as those without it. But understanding how HIV progresses — and what you can do to stay healthy — makes all the difference.
Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has confirmed an increase in leptospirosis cases and related deaths as Jamaica continues to grapple with public-health challenges following Hurricane Melissa.
Congresswoman Maxine Waters (CA-43), Ranking Member of the Committee on Financial Services, introduced the Urban and Rural Diabetes Initiative Act (H.R. 6241) yesterday in honor of National Diabetes Month, which is celebrated in November. This bill will establish an initiative to provide grants to public and non-profit healthcare providers for diabetes prevention, care, and treatment programs in medically underserved urban and rural communities. The bill is cosponsored by 21 of the Congresswoman’s congressional colleagues and endorsed by the American Diabetes Association.
Make Collecting Family Health History Part Of Your Thanksgiving Plans
The good news: Early analysis shows that this season’s flu shots offer some protection against being hospitalized with this variant, especially for kids. The bad news is that many Americans appear to be skipping their flu vaccines this year. New data from prescription data company IQVIA shows that vaccinations are down compared to where they usually are at this point in the year.
Kidney disease disproportionately affects Black communities, with Black Americans nearly four times as likely to develop kidney failure compared to other racial groups. Many people don’t notice the early warning signs of kidney disease until the condition has progressed, making it vital to recognize symptoms and seek medical advice promptly. This article delves into 15 key warning signs of kidney disease that should not be ignored.