Crackdown Ramped Up on Predatory Medical Debt Collection as 100 Million Americans Struggle
The White House said the CFPB’s actions and state initiatives should reshape how medical debt is collected and reported.
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New Study Uncovers Racial Bias in Language Used by Physicians in Medical Records
The research, which Eden King, the Lynette S. Autrey Professor of Psychological Sciences at Rice University, led, sought to ascertain whether doctors use biased language when describing patients in post-visit reports.
Bloomberg Philanthropies Announces $600M Gift to Historically Black Medical Schools
Bloomberg Philanthropies has announced a $600 million donation to the endowments of four historically Black medical schools.
Serena Williams’ Message to Medical Professionals: Listen to Black Women
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Each year in the United States, about 700 women die during pregnancy or the year after. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, another 50,000 women each year have unexpected labor and delivery outcomes with serious short- or long-term health consequences. “Every pregnancy-related death…
The Insider’s Guide to Surprise Medical Billing
By d-mars.com News Provider Americans may be tired of hearing about COVID-19 but a slew of new healthcare regulations are significantly impacting how people are charged for healthcare services. On Jan. 1, 2022, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) kicked off the New Year by celebrating the consumer protections included in the…
Medical Debt: The Other Part of the Pandemic’s Fallout
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent For Walter Coleman, an independent contractor in Washington, D.C., Samantha Robles, a hairstylist in Bethesda, Maryland, and Robin Pruitt, a loan officer who also lives in Bethesda, the coronavirus pandemic not only resulted in close calls, but the financial fallout may lead to bankruptcy. Each says…
Scrubs To The Rescue Changes the Trajectory of the Medical Apparel Retail Market
Where some believe the stigma that the Black woman cannot collaborate with other sisters, there is an exemplary enterprise right in the heart of our city combatting that stereotype…
President Biden Taps Meharry Medical College President for COVID Task Force
By Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Meharry Medical College President and CEO Dr. James Hildreth has been named by President Joe Biden as a member of his COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force. Dr. Hildreth, the renowned immunologist and academic administrator and Meharry’s 12th president, sat on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration…
Five Reasons We Must Increase Diversity in Medical Research
by d-mars.com News Provider For better or worse, the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the devastating impact health inequities have on people of color; especially members of the Black and Hispanic/Latino communities. Mentions of medical studies are at an all-time high, given the focus on the search for a COVID-19 vaccine; but it’s important to understand that…
Medical Innovations Poised To Transform Healthcare in 2021
By d-mars.com News Provider Experts in healthcare are continuously striving to develop new innovations that can improve and save lives. Even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, scientists, physicians, and researchers continued to advance medical knowledge, enhance screening and diagnostic tools, and improve disease management platforms, bringing new hope to patients in 2021. When it comes to…
Kimberly Cares: A Medical Clinic Paitent-Driven, Non Profit-Driven
Rising healthcare costs, the economic downturn, an erosion of employer-based insurance, and public program cutbacks are contributing factors as to why there are so many uninsured…
DOJ Targets Elder Fraud and Nursing Home Abuse in Sweeping Nationwide Actions
The report details over 300 enforcement actions against more than 700 defendants accused of targeting older adults.
Caring for Older Adults During Extreme Weather
Some weather trends pose a serious threat to populations worldwide, especially older adults.
7 Reasons Your Feet and Ankles May Be Hurting
Medical experts are reminding everyone that foot and ankle pain is not normal and should be addressed.
Doctors’ Tips for a Healthy and Safe Holiday Season
Doctors advise prioritizing healthy choices during this period, so you can start 2025 on the right foot.
Lasers: A Safer Alternative to Weight-Loss Drugs?
Some health experts advise patients who need or desire to lose weight to investigate safe options, like low-level lasers.
Navigating Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period: Tips for Success in 2024
Here’s how you can prepare and make the most of this Medicare Annual Enrollment Period.
Study Uncovers Disparities in Post-Surgical Pain Management for Black Patients
The study reveals that Black patients are 29% less likely than their white counterparts to receive multimodal analgesia.
Traveling Abroad? Tips for a Smooth Experience
Before embarking on your international journey, it’s crucial to prepare thoroughly to ensure a smooth trip.
What You Should Know About Mast Cell Diseases
Mast cells are white blood cells present throughout your body and help guard your immune system.