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Scrutiny of hospital charges likely to intensify in wake of pandemic
As the nation’s hospitals strain to keep up with the demand to care for COVID-19 patients, it seems almost unfair…
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Resources to help you track hospital costs for patients with COVID-19, other ailments
Year after year, economists, journalists and health care researchers have analyzed what hospitals charge for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency room…
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Studies examine dental ailments as a driver of prescription abuse
Spurred by concerns about opioid addiction and antibiotic overuse, experts have urged clinicians across health care disciplines to take a…
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Looking at the evidence on homemade face masks to prevent coronavirus transmission
In my corner of Southern California, sewing equipment stores say they’re out of stock on machines priced under $500 because…
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Friday’s webcast focuses on older adults and COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the globe has been particularly fatal to older adults. Outbreaks in long-term care facilities like the…
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Trump administration will pay to treat uninsured coronavirus patients
Recognizing that the potentially high cost of COVID-19-related hospital and physician care may cause the uninsured to forego care, the…
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AHCJ creates introductory membership for non-health journalists
The Association of Health Care Journalists has announced a special, limited-time membership offer for non-health journalists suddenly thrust on the…
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AHCJ creates introductory membership for non-health journalists
The Association of Health Care Journalists has announced a special, limited-time membership offer for non-health journalists suddenly thrust on the…
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Officials ramp up warnings to delay most dental procedures
In carefully worded directives intended to slow the spread of COVID-19 and conserve protective equipment, government health officials are urging…
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Uncovering fresh angles for your COVID-19 coverage
The long-term ripple effects on Americans’ health from the nation’s focus on COVID-19 and strategies for eventually ending social distancing…
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