Digital Health Systems Must Consciously Engage Young People – Health Policy Watch

(LR) Dr Conrad Tankou, Yifan Zhou, Sarah Tuytschaever, Joseline Carias Galeano, Sameer Pujari and Dr Ilona Kickbusch at the event. Achieving universal health coverage by 2030, as decided this week by the World Health Assembly, should ideally bring with it a bouquet of possibilities through digital technologies. Digital health technologies have improved the delivery of … Read more

Iron fortification: health risks of excessive iron intake

Iron is an essential mineral required for many bodily functions, including the formation of hemoglobin, but it can be harmful when taken in excess. One of the suggested methods of treating iron deficiency anemia is the enrichment of food with iron. Typically, a chosen staple food such as wheat or rice, or even salt, is … Read more

Understanding home treatment coverage in health insurance plans

At the height of the Covid pandemic, there were reports of hospital beds not being available for new patients seeking hospitalization and treatment. Imagine facing such a situation or some other unforeseen circumstance where you are forced to take care of yourself at home for your health condition. But do health insurance companies accept home … Read more

This simple type of exercise is superior for brain health

The health benefits of physical activity are undeniable. However, a recent study based on data published over the past 30 years challenges the famous adage Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy body) and questions the importance of exercise for both brain health and cognition. Just days after the study was … Read more

Senator Marshall listens to local concerns about federal policy on health care, energy, technology

Senator Roger Marshall speaks with local officials, including Hays Town Manager Toby Dougherty, left, during a meeting Friday morning in Hays. By CRISTINA JANNEYHay Post Senator Roger Marshall was in Hays Friday morning to meet with community officials and business owners. Some of the topics the group discussed included health care, energy, broadband, and wireless … Read more

COVID tests will now cost $10 to $150. Will we still swab?

Many Long Islanders accustomed to free COVID-19 testing will have to pay more than $10 for home kits, and prices for tests at doctors’ offices are expected to average between $130 and $150, leading experts to predict that some may stop getting tested. The May 11 deadline of the federal COVID-19 public health emergency meant … Read more

9 staple foods to transform your weekly menu and improve your health | SaluteBeat

Discover the power of 9 basic foods that will revolutionize your weekly menu and improve your health. From nutrient-packed vegetables to protein-packed grains, these essential ingredients will make healthy eating a breeze. Boost your well-being and culinary creativity with these versatile staples. Updated May 27, 2023 | 1:24 PM IST 9 staple foods to transform … Read more

The county study on Black Maternal Health provides local context for the national crisis

May 26 Through a combination of data and extensive community discussion, a recent study published by the Frederick County Department of Health identified factors influencing pregnancy and birth inequalities for Black mothers in Frederick County. The study sought to contextualize data showing a higher rate of adverse health outcomes, including preterm birth and low birth … Read more

She turns trauma into a career in helping others manage their mental health in positive ways

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than one in five adults live with a mental illness. How they tackle matters. A Lansing woman who has turned her trauma into a career helping others shares how to manage her mental health in a positive … Read more