The AARP is calling on Congress to pass the Medicare Cost Cap Act of 2026. The bill (S. 4886) proposes a $5,000 annual limit on out-of-pocket expenses for Medicare Part A and Part B services, set to begin in 2028. This change would affect around 34.3 million individuals currently enrolled in original Medicare. Why It […]
Swampy summers often bring an irritating problem to Washington, D.C.: mosquitoes. For many, this insect seems like an unavoidable part of the season. However, a new strategy is emerging that might change this perception. This method has proven successful in drastically reducing mosquito numbers on various islands in the Philippines and the Maldives, as well […]
Wilfredo Engalla, a 51-year-old Filipino immigrant, claimed Kaiser Permanente doctors misdiagnosed him for years, attributing his health issues to colds and allergies. He later learned he had terminal lung cancer. Engalla passed away before his case could be heard by an arbitrator, a mandatory requirement under his policy. In 1997, the California Supreme Court criticized […]
Fiber offers many health benefits beyond just aiding regularity. It can help control blood sugar, lower cholesterol, and reduce inflammation. By serving as fuel for gut microbes, fiber produces beneficial chemicals influencing overall health. 1. Diverse Plant-Based Foods Getting fiber from various plant-based foods is effective. Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, seeds, and nuts […]
Date: July 20, 2026 / Source: KFF Health News ʻAIEA, Hawaiʻi — Christian Alameda struggles each day to stand from his bed in a Honolulu prison infirmary. A stroke in January left him partly paralyzed. Although granted compassionate release in February, Alameda remains trapped without a care facility ready to accept him. His plight highlights […]
Marie Noon resides in Brighton, Michigan, managing daily life with her dog. Although Marie qualified for Medicaid, she faced a denial in 2025 due to an error within the state’s benefits system. Her persistence eventually led to the reversal of this mistake, but even as a technologically adept former bank manager, Marie encountered significant challenges […]
Shireen Rizvi serves as a professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences and has co-authored the book Real Skills for Real Life: A DBT Guide to Navigating Stress, Emotions, and Relationships. This guide focuses on helping individuals manage their stress and emotions using strategies from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Rizvi discusses how many of us handle […]
YAWATA, Japan — Shoko Kawata, mayor of Yawata city, marked a milestone by being the first sitting mayor in Japan to take maternity leave on Monday. While her decision has stirred criticism domestically, it has captured international media attention. Kawata, who became Japan’s youngest female mayor in 2023 at age 33, faced a unique challenge. […]
Sean Davis, CEO and co-founder of The Federalist, and comedian Joe Machi are advocating for the permanent adoption of daylight saving time. Davis humorously dismisses mornings as unimportant, highlighting the preference for afternoon sunlight when more people are active. Machi points out the advantages for children’s safety and enjoyment in the evening as they return […]
WASHINGTON, DC – Enhancing Americans’ health involves cutting healthcare expenses while helping people remain active and productive longer, according to CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, who spoke to Fox News Digital. In an exclusive talk at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., Dr. Oz discussed significant insights he gained about advancing Americans’ health […]