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Health group Protect Our Care urges RFK Jr. to step down after he admitted past cocaine use on a podcast. The remarks raise concerns about his role leading the federal health agency. #RFKJr #HealthNews #ProtectOurCare #HHS #PublicHealth #Leadership
February 15, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Kaiser Permanente holds about $67B in reserves as contract talks continue. Discussions focus on patient safety, care standards, and fair treatment of healthcare professionals amid public statements from all sides.
#Healthcare #LaborTalks #PatientCare #HealthWorkers #HealthPolicy
February 15, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Some Americans under financial strain are donating plasma for compensation. The practice is legal and regulated in the U.S., with plasma used for vital medicines. The trend highlights economic pressure and health policy debates.#PlasmaDonation #BloodDonation #PublicHealth #HealthcareEconomy
February 14, 2026 at 4:11 AM
As A.I. enters hospitals, regulators report more device issues and patient injuries. Reviews show nearly half of A.I. medical device recalls happen in the first year. Some cases involve errors tied to Johnson & Johnson tools.
#AIinHealthcare #PatientSafety #MedicalDevices #HealthTech #MedicalAI
February 14, 2026 at 12:05 AM
After the de*th of James Van Der Beek following a reported cancer battle, a GoFundMe was launched to support his family with medical and living costs. The case highlights rising healthcare expenses in the U.S. #JamesVanDerBeek #HealthcareCosts #GoFundMe
February 13, 2026 at 9:02 PM
U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. opened up about his past addiction on the podcast This Past Weekend, saying he once used coca*ne and later faced a 1983 arrest linked to hero*n. He says he’s been in recovery for 40+ years. #RobertFKennedyJr #AddictionRecovery #HHS
February 13, 2026 at 7:16 PM
A New Jersey nurse practitioner says new physician-oversight rules are forcing her to shut down a med spa launched during COVID. The state says the earlier exemption was temporary, sparking debate over planning and scope of practice.
#NewJersey #MedSpa #NursePractitioners #MedicalOversight
February 12, 2026 at 3:02 AM
Ohio authorities say a Maumee woman has been charged after hospital staff in Columbus reported she allegedly injected fecal matter into her child’s IV line. The child was treated immediately. The case remains under investigation.
#OhioNews #ChildSafety #HospitalIncident #Columbus #PublicSafety
February 12, 2026 at 12:03 AM
The U.S. government launched TrumpRx.com, offering brand-name drgs at 50–85% off for patients without insurance. Over 100 medications, including Ozempic, are listed. Programs like Cost Plus & GoodRx give more savings options. #TrumpRx #DrgSavings #Healthcare #Ozempic #GoodRx #CostPlus
February 11, 2026 at 6:05 PM
A 93-year-old woman was found de*d after wandering from a care facility in Windsor Locks, Connecticut, during freezing conditions. Authorities are investigating safety protocols and staff response at the facility.
#ElderCare #PatientSafety #NursingHome #ColdExposure #HealthcareOversight
February 11, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Senators Hawley and Warren introduced a bill to break up major health care giants like CVS and UnitedHealth, aiming to boost competition and lower medical costs amid rising prices and heavy corporate lobbying.
#Healthcare #USPolitics #Antitrust #MedicalCosts #HealthCareReform
February 11, 2026 at 3:01 AM
China is reportedly reviewing Russia’s experimental cancer vaccine for possible approval. If cleared, it could boost China–Russia medical cooperation and add new competition to the global oncology market dominated by Western pharma.
#Russia #CancerVaccine #GlobalHealth #PharmaIndustry #Biotech
February 11, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Scientists say aging may be partially reversible by reprogramming cells to restore youthful function. Early studies show benefits for tissues and age-related diseases, but human applications need more research.
#AgingResearch #AgeReversal #LongevityScience #BiologicalAge #Healthspan
February 10, 2026 at 9:04 PM
During an FND flare-up, a young woman received support from her sister, who comforted her and boosted her mood. The interaction highlights the importance of family support in managing chronic neurological conditions.
#FND #FunctionalNeurologicalDisorder#MentalHealth #ChronicIllness #PatientCare
February 10, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Overnight evacuation at Marlborough Hospital was carried out due to operational issues. Patients were relocated as a precaution while staff managed the situation. No injuries were reported, and services were stabilized afterward.
#MarlboroughHospital #OperationalIssues #PatientSafety #HealthcareNews
February 10, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Freedom House in Pittsburgh, founded in 1967 by 25 Black men and women, became the U.S.’s first ambulance service, pioneering field EKGs, intubation, and defibrillation, shaping modern EMS and serving underserved communities.
#FreedomHouse #EMSHistory #Paramedics #BlackHistoryMonth
February 10, 2026 at 3:03 AM
A radio announcement marks the closure of St. Luke’s Hospital in Lucas County after decades of service, honoring the doctors, nurses, and staff whose dedication supported patients and first responders over the years.
#HospitalClosure #HealthcareWorkers #NursingCommunity #PublicService #LucasCounty
February 10, 2026 at 12:03 AM
CVS employees report heavy workloads, limited breaks, and high stress, with many fearing retaliation, highlighting concerns about workplace support and employee well-being.
#MentalHealthAtWork #Pharmacists #WorkplaceStress #EmployeeRights #HealthcareWorkers
February 9, 2026 at 9:04 PM
Scientists worldwide report breakthroughs in cancer, Alzheimer’s, HPV, and regenerative medicine. As global research advances, debates grow over healthcare systems, access, and international cooperation in public health.
#GlobalHealth #MedicalScience #HealthcarePolicy #WHO #Research #Innovation
February 9, 2026 at 6:15 PM
A first-time visitor records a tense exchange inside a U.S. hospital, showing how stress and confusion can escalate in public healthcare settings. The clip presents the moment as it happened, without judgment.
#USHospital #HealthcareExperience #PublicBehavior #HospitalVisit #ViralClip
February 9, 2026 at 3:05 PM
A Houston transplant doctor faces federal charges after the DOJ alleged falsification of medical records linked to organ transplant evaluations. The physician has pleaded not guilty, and the case remains pending in federal court.
#Houston #DOJ #HealthcareNews #MedicalRecords #PatientSafety
February 7, 2026 at 5:01 AM
The U.S. vaccine advisory panel (ACIP) is reviewing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations after new members questioned past guidance. The review may affect future vaccination policies and public health strategies.
#COVID19 #VaccineReview #ACIP #PublicHealth #ImmunizationPolicy #HealthGuidance
February 7, 2026 at 3:01 AM
A transplant surgeon faces federal charges after the DOJ alleged falsification of medical records that may have affected patients’ transplant eligibility. The doctor has pleaded not guilty, and the case is ongoing.
#DOJ #HealthcareNews #TransplantMedicine #MedicalEthics #PatientSafety
February 7, 2026 at 12:03 AM
A sting operation video circulating online shows a healthcare worker being confronted over alleged inappropriate online messages involving minors. The claims shown are unverified, and no official legal outcome has been confirmed so far.
#StingOperation #Investigation #OnlineSafety
February 6, 2026 at 5:05 PM
WHO clarified it did not impose lockdowns, mask rules, or vaccine mandates, emphasizing it only provides guidance to countries. Its role is advisory, not enforcement, amid ongoing discussions about its actions during the pandemic. #WHO #COVID19 #HealthNews
February 6, 2026 at 12:03 AM