maria25+FollowDrug Ads in the Doctor’s Office?!Ever been to the doctor and felt like you were in a commercial break? One patient snapped a pic of a rolling drug ad screen right in their exam room, and people are NOT having it. From check-in apps with sneaky ads to screens pushing meds, the medical industrial complex is getting wild. Is it just me, or does this make trusting your doctor even harder? #Health #BodyHealth #healthcare00Share
Linda Price+FollowUAB and UnitedHealthcare keep coverage smoothNo need to worry about switching doctors or surprise bills—UAB Health System and UnitedHealthcare have agreed to keep their partnership going, so coverage for UAB providers stays uninterrupted. For Birmingham-area families, this means you can keep seeing your trusted UAB doctors without a hitch while both sides work out a long-term deal. It’s a relief for anyone who’s ever had to scramble for new care when insurance contracts fall through. What’s your take—should these negotiations be more transparent for patients? #Business #Birmingham #Healthcare00Share
Dana David+FollowMajor Mobility Supplier Faces ShutdownNRS Healthcare, a huge name in mobility aids for the NHS and councils, is reportedly about to run out of cash—like, this week. They’re already moving services to other companies, but experts warn this could leave patients stuck in hospitals or without the gear they need at home. The government says they’re watching closely, but delays are already a thing. This could get messy for anyone relying on wheelchairs, hoists, or hospital beds! #Health #BodyHealth #healthcare30Share
David Hernandez+FollowWhy every parent’s voice matters in healthcareWhen a child’s health is at stake, no one knows them better than their family. The heartbreaking story of Yusuf Nazir, a five-year-old from Rotherham, shows what can happen when parental concerns are brushed aside. Despite his mother’s pleas, Yusuf was sent home from A&E and later died, with a new report highlighting how medical staff relied too much on numbers and not enough on a mother’s instinct. It’s a wake-up call for the NHS: listening to families isn’t just compassionate—it’s critical. How can we make sure every parent is truly heard when it matters most? #Health #BodyHealth #Healthcare00Share
hnguyen+FollowMed School in 3 Years?!Imagine shaving a whole year off med school and saving $250K—yep, that’s the new fast-track MD programs popping up at places like UMass Chan. They’re cranking out doctors quicker to help with the massive shortage coming (think: 40,000 fewer primary care docs by 2036). Bonus: grads are more likely to work in underserved areas. Would you trust a doc who did med school in three years? #Education #medschool #healthcare00Share
Aaron Gentry+FollowBaton Rouge hospital’s luxury suite controversyMillions are losing Medicaid coverage, yet Our Lady of the Lake Hospital is pouring money into luxury basketball suites at LSU’s new stadium. For a nonprofit Catholic hospital, this move feels like a slap in the face to those who count on them for care. Shouldn’t serving the sick and uninsured come before executive perks and donor parties? This isn’t just a question of priorities—it’s about the trust we place in our community institutions. What do you think: Should hospitals be investing in sports luxury boxes, or in better care for those in need? #Sports #BatonRouge #Healthcare00Share
Hannah Garcia+FollowRye’s Ruth Gottesman’s $1B gift changes medicineImagine a world where medical students never have to worry about tuition—thanks to Rye’s own Ruth Gottesman, that’s now a reality at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Her jaw-dropping $1 billion donation means future doctors can focus on caring for patients, not paying off debt. Gottesman, who lived on Island Drive, has quietly shaped lives through decades of work in education and philanthropy, but this latest move is truly next-level. How do you think this will impact the future of healthcare, especially for underserved communities? Let’s talk about the ripple effects of generosity right here in Rye. #Safety #RyeNY #Healthcare00Share
Vincent Perry+FollowWould You Buy Your Meds Like Shoes Online?Roche is thinking about selling prescription meds straight to you, skipping the usual pharmacy middlemen. Why? Because drug prices in the U.S. are wild, and this could mean cheaper meds for everyone—especially if you’re uninsured or just tired of insurance games. It’s like ordering your medicine online, possibly at a discount, just like you’d shop for sneakers. If more companies jump in, your next prescription refill could be as easy as online shopping—and maybe a lot less expensive. #Business #Industry #healthcare00Share
Jennifer Wilson+FollowAmbulance Bill Nightmare Ends After TV Steps InImagine getting hit with a $980 ambulance bill—even after insurance! That’s what happened to Angie in Huntersville. Her insurance and the ambulance company kept blaming each other, until a local news station got involved. Suddenly, her bill was wiped clean! Turns out, surprise ambulance bills are a huge problem, and now there’s a bill in NC that could cap your out-of-pocket at $100. Fingers crossed this becomes law—no one should have to fight for a year just to get help covered! #Health #BodyHealth #healthcare20Share
Ashley Johnson+FollowHospital Misses Heart Rate Drop—Tragedy FollowsA patient at Bethesda North died after staff didn’t notice his heart rate crashed for 27 minutes, according to a federal report. The hospital got slapped with a rare 'immediate jeopardy' citation—basically the feds’ way of saying, 'fix this NOW or lose Medicare money.' Staff missed the signs, thinking it was a tech glitch, and by the time they acted, it was too late. The hospital scrambled to retrain staff and avoid losing half its business. Wild how one mistake can shake up an entire hospital! #Health #BodyHealth #Healthcare00Share
