Lilly’s Retatrutide Beats Ozempic in Head-to-Head Diabetes Trial, With More Than Double the Weight Loss

In Lilly's phase 3 TRANSCEND-T2D-2 trial, experimental retatrutide lowered A1C more than Ozempic 2 mg and produced more than twice the weight loss at 80 weeks.

Bon Secours Mercy Health Affiliate to Buy Surgery Partners in $5.7 Billion Bet on Outpatient Surgery

HealthSpan Partners, an affiliate of nonprofit Bon Secours Mercy Health, agreed to take Surgery Partners private in a deal valued at about $5.7 billion including debt.

Florida Programs and Grants for Seniors and People With Disabilities (2026 Guide)

A plain-English 2026 guide to Florida programs for seniors and people with disabilities: in-home care, Medicaid waivers, Medicare savings, SNAP, LIHEAP, property tax exemptions and how to apply.

HHS Finalizes HTI-5 Rule Cutting 14 Health Record Software Requirements, Projecting $1.5 Billion in Savings

HHS's health IT office finalized HTI-5, removing 14 of 60 certification criteria for electronic health record software. It scaled back the 34 removals it proposed in December.

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Quest Diagnostics Says Hackers Accessed Patient Records in Its Lab Ordering System: What Patients Should Know

Quest Diagnostics says hackers accessed its Quanum lab ordering system and that patient records and personal information were affected. Here's what patients should know.

CMS Proposes Making ACA Enrollees Prove Eligibility Before They Get Subsidies, Starting With 2028 Coverage

A CMS proposed rule would make ACA marketplace enrollees verify income, immigration status and more before getting subsidies, starting with 2028 coverage.

Feds Charge 15 in $1.8 Billion Los Angeles Health Care Fraud Takedown, Including Largest Sober Home Scheme

DOJ charged 15 people, including 6 medical professionals, in Los Angeles health care fraud cases topping $1.8 billion, led by a $1.6 billion sober home scheme.

Workers Now Pay $7,471 a Year for Family Health Coverage as Premiums Top $28,000, KFF Survey Finds

Family premiums for employer health coverage hit $28,303 in 2026 and workers' share jumped 9% to $7,471, KFF's annual survey finds. Small-firm workers pay most.

Medline Bed Recall: What Nursing Homes, Rehabs and Hospitals Should Do Now as Replacement Beds Get Scarce

Medline is pulling every bed it sold. What nursing homes, rehabs and hospitals must do now: CMS compliance, credits, replacement beds and supply delays.

Amazon, Google, Meta and Oracle Back Push to Bring Electronic Prior Authorization to Self-Funded Health Plans

Amazon, Google, Meta, Oracle and Axon backed expanding electronic prior authorization to self-funded employer plans covering 180M+ Americans. What changes.

FDA Approves GSK’s Hibsago, a First-of-Its-Kind Hepatitis B Shot That Could Let Some Patients Stop Treatment

The FDA approved Hibsago (bepirovirsen), the first antisense treatment for chronic hepatitis B. Who qualifies, how well it worked and what it may cost.

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North Carolina Proposes Incentives for Hospitals to Forgive Medical Debt and Expand Charity Care

In a bold move aimed at alleviating the financial...

Penn State Health CEO Steve Massini Announces Retirement

In a significant leadership transition for one of Pennsylvania’s...

Experts Warn of Rising Mental Health Challenges During Back-to-School Season

As students across the nation return to school for...

Elderly Care Innovations: How New Technologies Are Enhancing Quality of Life for Seniors

As the global population ages, advancements in technology are...

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Major Win for Patient and Senior Care as Advanced Patient Transfer Solutions Redefine Safety and Mobility

Discover how advanced patient transfer solutions are transforming senior care and healthcare facilities—reducing injuries, improving safety, and setting a new standard in mobility and dignity for patients and caregivers alike.

Unlocked 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Disabled Veteran Benefits, Discounts & Home Care Equipment Savings

Retired and disabled veterans are among the most respected...

America’s Elder Care Emergency: How the Home Care Industry Growth, Senior Housing Shortages, and Caregiver Collapse Are Shaping the Future of Aging in Place

America’s elder care system is facing a triple crisis: explosive home care industry growth, a worsening senior housing shortage, and a collapsing rural caregiver workforce. This in-depth report uncovers the challenges—and massive opportunities—for families, healthcare leaders, and investors looking to shape the future of aging in place and the home health care market.

Understanding Disabilities: Challenges, Progress, and Advocacy

Disabilities, whether visible or invisible, encompass a wide range...

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The Hidden Costs of Outdated Patient Care Equipment in Nursing Homes, Hospitals & Rehab Centers

Healthcare facilities across the country are facing growing pressure from staffing shortages, rising patient acuity, mobility decline, fall risks, pressure injuries, and increasingly complex care environments. This in-depth Healthcare News Center report explores how outdated patient care equipment quietly impacts patient safety, caregiver injuries, transfer workflows, procurement strategy, staffing efficiency, and long-term healthcare operations in nursing homes, hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities. From pressure redistribution systems and safer patient handling to lift systems, mobility infrastructure, standardization, and operational modernization, this article breaks down the hidden operational risks healthcare leaders can no longer afford to ignore.

Long Term Care Equipment Requirements (2026): The Readiness & Purchasing Playbook Nursing Homes and Home Health Agencies Can’t Afford to Ignore

Long term care equipment requirements are changing fast. In 2026, facilities and families face higher acuity, tighter compliance scrutiny, and rising safety risks. This in-depth guide explains what equipment is required, where care most often fails, and how smart purchasing and lifecycle planning reduce incidents, costs, and liability across nursing homes, home health, and home care settings.

Why America Is Shifting to Home Medical Equipment — How Hospital Beds, Lifts, and Mobility Devices Are Replacing Facilities

America’s healthcare system is undergoing a quiet but profound shift. As hospitals face staffing shortages and pressure to discharge patients earlier, home medical equipment is increasingly replacing functions once handled by facilities. From hospital beds and patient lifts to mobility devices, recovery is moving home — reshaping patient safety, caregiver responsibility, and the future of care across the United States.

New Federal Air Travel Rules for Seniors and Passengers with Disabilities

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Florida Programs and Grants for Seniors and People With Disabilities (2026 Guide)

A plain-English 2026 guide to Florida programs for seniors and people with disabilities: in-home care, Medicaid waivers, Medicare savings, SNAP, LIHEAP, property tax exemptions and how to apply.

Kaiser Permanente’s Risant Health Signs Deal to Bring In INTEGRIS, Oklahoma’s Largest Nonprofit Health System

INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma's largest nonprofit system, signed a deal to join Kaiser Permanente's Risant Health. What it means for patients and business.

Cencora Strikes $2.4 Billion Deal for Florida’s American Oncology Network and Its 350 Cancer Providers

Cencora agreed to buy Fort Myers-based American Oncology Network, with 350+ cancer providers in 21 states, at a $2.4 billion value. What the deal means.

Rural Health Transformation Money Starts Flowing to Hospitals

CMS announced Rural Health Transformation awards this week: 2M Ohio, 6.4M Maryland, 1M New Hampshire, .6M Montana. Who gets the money, how to apply.

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Aging in Place: The Ultimate Home Safety & Independence Guide for Seniors Living at Home

Every senior deserves the comfort and dignity of living safely at home. This complete aging-in-place guide breaks down home safety upgrades, mobility support, and caregiver resources — helping families plan confidently for independence.

How War Affects Civilians: The Silent Mental Health Crisis and Emergency Preparedness for Seniors, Veterans PTSD, and the Impact of News on Mental Health

In an age of escalating global conflict, understanding how war affects civilians is more critical than ever. This article explores the silent mental health crisis impacting seniors, veterans, and families—highlighting rising anxiety, veterans PTSD, and the profound impact of news on mental health. Discover practical strategies for emergency preparedness for seniors and how communities can build resilience amid uncertainty.

Summer Activities for Seniors Are Being Redefined: How Mobility Solutions Are Fueling a Season of Freedom and Outdoor Living

As summer arrives, a new chapter of freedom is unfolding for America’s seniors. From revitalized outdoor activities to groundbreaking mobility solutions, older adults are stepping back into the sunshine—on their own terms. Discover how this season is transforming the way we think about aging, independence, and the future of senior living.

BREAKING: Vaping Health Risks Surge in 2025 — Experts Warn of Permanent Lung Damage and Addiction Spike

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Breaking: Senior Healthcare Fraud Surges in 2025 — What You Must Know Now

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Nearly 1.8 Billion Adults at Risk of Disease from Insufficient Physical Activity

A recent study has revealed that nearly 1.8 billion...

Best Strategies for Diabetic Patients to Improve Health

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New Drug Prices Top $250,000 a Year, and Only 1 in 5 Medicare Patients Get Them Within a Month, ICER Finds

New drugs launched in 2025 cost a median $257,000 a year, ICER and West Health found. Only 20% of Medicare prescriptions were filled within 30 days.

Trump Order Creates NIH Women’s Health Division and Task Force

Trump signed an Oct. 19, 2026 executive order creating an NIH Women's Health Division within 90 days and a White House task force. What it covers and changes.

FDA Approves Jemperli: Rectal Cancer Without Surgery for Some

FDA approved Jemperli (dostarlimab) Oct. 19, 2026 for dMMR rectal cancer. Nearly 3 in 4 trial patients avoided surgery, chemo and radiation. Who qualifies

Childhood Immunization Schedule Overhaul: The CDC Vaccine Schedule Changed — What the New Vaccine Schedule for Kids Means for Families, Pharmacies & Schools

A major change to the childhood immunization schedule is reshaping how the CDC vaccine schedule is followed nationwide. This guide breaks down what moved on the vaccine schedule for kids, what “shared clinical decision-making” really means, and what families, pharmacies, and schools should expect next—plus the most important questions to ask your pediatrician.

New Dietary Guidelines: White House Highlights Major Shifts in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines (2025–2030) and the Push to Cut Obesity

The White House spotlighted the new dietary guidelines 2026—the updated US dietary guidelines 2025–2030—with a sharper national push to reduce obesity by cutting added sugar and rethinking how Americans rely on highly processed foods. Here’s what changed, why it matters for school meals and federal programs, and what it means for everyday eating.