This Saturday marks one month of the federal government shutdown. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers—nearly 20% of whom are Black and 30% of whom are veterans—are missing their second paycheck. Families across the country will be forced to choose between paying for groceries, rent and medical care. President Trump and his allies in Congress are inflicting this pain because they would rather shut down the government than deal with the looming health care crisis that will explode costs for more than 170 million Americans.
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As the federal government shutdown that began on October 1 continues, over 74 million citizens await an important but delayed announcement: Social Security’s 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment, also known as COLA. Originally planned for October 15, the 2026 COLA will now be announced on October 24.
The American Cancer Society released new statistics showing a marginal decrease in the mortality rate. Although Black women have about 5 percent lower incidence of breast cancer, their mortality rate is roughly 38 percent higher.
As the holiday season approaches, many seniors are busy with family gatherings and cherished traditions. But before the new year begins, there’s one more important step to add to the list: scheduling your annual wellness visit.
“If the Democrats were so concerned about this when Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer were running Congress, they could have made them permanent,” Donalds said on “The Evening Edit” regarding the Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credits.
Each year World Mental Health Day serves as a time for the members of the community to focus on their mental and emotional health.
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center at Holy Cross HealthPlex, Holy Cross Health Foundation hosted a Women’s Wellness Brunch on Friday, Oct. 3. The event brought together community leaders, physicians and supporters to raise funds for state-of-the-art mammography units that will expand access
The U.S. Agriculture Department issued a public health alert for the meals, which were produced by FreshRealm, the San Clemente, California-based company linked to an expanding listeria outbreak tied to heat-and-eat pasta meals.
HCI College announced today that its Associate Degree in Nursing program at the Fort Lauderdale campus has been granted initial accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). This achievement reflects the College’s commitment to providing quality education and its mission to prepare the next generation of nursing leaders in Florida.
Ovarian cancer is an abnormal growth of cells or tumors in the ovaries. Some forms of ovarian cancer are more aggressive than others, like high-grade serous ovarian cancer, which is common and fast-spreading. Ovarian cancer clinical trials are essential in advancing cancer treatment options for current and future patients. But what do clinical trials entail, and could they be right for you? Here’s what to know to understand ovarian cancer clinical trials.