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Accrete Health Partners Launches Partnership with Atalan to Co-develop Groundbreaking Patient Experience Intelligence Module

Strategic Co-Development Partnership Expands Relationship between Bon Secours Mercy Health and Atalan to Unify Workforce and Patient Experience AnalyticsPHILADELPHIA, Dec. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atalan, the world’s first Clinical Retention Intelligence (CRI) platform, today announced a strategic partnership with Accrete Health Partners, the venture arm of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH), one of the top 20 largest health systems in the U.S. The partnership will focus on accelerating the dev

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Dec 10, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
How Salt & Stone Made Fancy Deodorant Into a $140 Million Business

With a hero speed stick that became a top seller at both Amazon and Sephora, Salt & Stone has leveraged fragrance, design and a pricing sweet spot to ride the body-care boom — however long it lasts.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Business • businessoffashion.com
NYC Democrats Fight for Congressional Seat Showing Israel Divide

Dan Goldman is proud of his work taking on President Donald Trump — whether on immigration, Ukraine or the US Constitution. The Democratic congressman even led the first impeachment proceedings against Trump before winning election in 2022 to represent a wealthy, liberal New York City district.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:04 AM EST • Politics • bloomberg.com
Austin Public Health warns of uptick in foodborne illness reports

Austin Public Health has seen an increase in cases of salmonella and norovirus across central Texas, and the CDC recommends following a four-step process to ensure food safety: clean, separate, coo…

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • kxan.com
House Democrat Seeks to Impeach RFK Jr. for Undercutting Public Health

The move by Representative Haley Stevens, a Michigan Democrat who is running for Senate, does not have the support of her party’s leaders and is all but certain to fail.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • nytimes.com
House Democrat Seeks to Impeach RFK Jr. for Undercutting Public Health

The move by Representative Haley Stevens, a Michigan Democrat who is running for Senate, does not have the support of her party’s leaders and is all but certain to fail.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Politics • nytimes.com
US health officials re-examine RSV shots despite documented safety and efficacy

Officials from RFK Jr’s HHS are scrutinizing vaccines that have dramatically lowered infant hospitalizations

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
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Bipartisan Coalition of 38 House Members Introduce “CommonGround Bill” to Address Skyrocketing ACA Premiums

Above: House Republicans and Democrats announcing a bipartisan framework last week to keep health care costs down. WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02) and Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), along with a bipartisan coalition of 38 total House Members, introduced the “CommonGround for Affordable Health Care Act,” based on the health care framework they […]

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • kiggans.house.gov
Healthworks: Empowering Penn State students through peer health education

Peer educators are trained student leaders who support their peers through workshops, one-on-one wellness services, and outreach events. First and second-year students from all academic majors who have a passion for health and wellness can apply now to become a peer educator for the 2026-27 academic year.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • psu.edu
Minnesota survey shows post-pandemic gains in student mental health

The 2025 statewide survey was first to ask in detail about social media usage, and many students think they have a problem with it.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • startribune.com
Tech billionaires eye AI moonshots as Trump slashes science funding

Sam Altman, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos are trying to recreate what capitalism destroyed. The key difference is artificial intelligence

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Dec 10, 2025 • 6:58 AM EST • Science • qz.com
Harvard Dismisses Director of FXB Center for Health and Human Rights | News

Harvard Dismisses Director of FXB Center for Health and Human Rights | News | The Harvard Crimson

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Dec 10, 2025 • 6:56 AM EST • Health • thecrimson.com
Ignored, misdiagnosed, left to die: Illinois' new prison health care provider has a history of poor care, records show

A Sun-Times review of more than 100 lawsuits against Centurion Health shows a recurring pattern: People in prison repeatedly complain about a health issue, are ignored by correctional and medical staff and their condition worsens to the point of dangerous complications or death.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 6:30 AM EST • Health • chicago.suntimes.com
In Wisconsin, health care costs are overwhelming teacher salaries

A new analysis of teacher pay and benefits by WEA Trust suggests the majority of teachers are one health care crisis away from financial ruin.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • wpr.org
Senate Republicans plan key health care vote despite deep divisions

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) says Senate Republicans will vote Thursday on a GOP-crafted proposal to address rising health insurance premiums, despite deep divisions within his confer…

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Dec 10, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • thehill.com
Healthcare consolidation and rising costs happen, but Obamacare is not the key culprit

The debate over Affordable Care Act tax credits has prompted Republicans to blame the ACA for consolidation in the healthcare industry. But experts disagree about how much this can be tied to Obamacare.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • latimes.com
Finland Needs More Reforms to Pay for Health Care, Report Says

Finland needs to fine tune how it provides basic health-care services in the midst of deeper budget deficits, according to a report assessing an overhaul carried out two years ago.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 5:54 AM EST • Health • bloomberg.com
As farmers face trade wars and inflation, calls to mental health hotlines rise

As farmers face historic headwinds and market hardships, calls to the national Farm Aid hotline and the Iowa Concern hotline — where farmers can get support in times of mental health crisis or need — are increasing.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • arkansasadvocate.com
Thursday’s health vote: GOP factions to watch

Senate Republicans are finally set to vote on a GOP health care plan Thursday — the same day that the Senate will vote on Democrats' proposal to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies by three years.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • politico.com
'Brain scars': The hidden forms of sexism that harm women's health

Subtle sexism that pervades everyday life often gets shrugged off. But research shows it can still have lasting psychological effects – including "thinning" parts of the brain.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • bbc.com
Trump Calls Reports on His Health ‘Seditious’

The President posted that he recently “aced” a cognitive exam and reports that demean him are “perhaps even treasonous.”

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Dec 10, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • time.com
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Mass. reports 'double' the usual number of people dropping Connector health plans amid expiring subsidies

A lot happens in Boston every day. To help you keep up, WBUR, Boston's NPR News station, pulled these stories together just for you.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 2:06 AM EST • Health • wbur.org
Hundreds rally outside hospital demanding affordable health care options

Tuesday night, hundreds of people rallied outside a Las Vegas Valley hospital demanding options for affordable health care.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 1:52 AM EST • Health • fox5vegas.com
Synthetic chemicals in food system creating health burden of $2.2tn a year, report finds

Scientists issue urgent warning about chemicals, found to cause cancer and infertility as well as harming environment

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Dec 10, 2025 • 1:00 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
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Johnson’s turn to deliver a health plan

All signs are pointing toward the expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies by year's end.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 11:50 PM EST • Health • politico.com
Trump, 79, Melts Down Over Failing Health in 500-Word Rant

Shortly after wrapping a 90-minute speech at a rally in Pennsylvania, the president posted a lengthy rant to Truth Social.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:50 PM EST • Health • thedailybeast.com
House GOP leaders to pitch health care options for vote next week

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) said Republican leaders will present their health care proposals to the full House GOP conference on Wednesday to find out which items have consensus for…

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:43 PM EST • Health • thehill.com
IRS Issues Guidance For Expanded Health Savings Accounts Under New Tax Law

The IRS has issued guidance on HSAs, answering questions about telehealth services, bronze and catastrophic plans under the ACA, and direct primary care arrangements.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:11 PM EST • Health • forbes.com
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Lawmakers spar over future of health insurance costs as subsidies are set to expire

Millions could see their health care costs double or lose benefits when Obamacare tax credits expire at the end of the year. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles details the latest in the fight over extending ACA premium tax credits.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:00 PM EST • Health • nbcnews.com
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Escalona wins Miami District 3 runoff, upending Carollo political dynasty

Rolando Escalona, general manager of Brickell’s Sexy Fish restaurant, has defeated Frank Carollo, a veteran city commissioner.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:31 PM EST • Politics • miamiherald.com
Miami mayor’s race: Democrat leads Republican backed by Trump

Trump-endorsed Emilio González faced off against DNC-backed Eileen Higgins Tuesday in the unusually partisan race for Miami mayor.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:13 PM EST • Politics • miamiherald.com
Georgia pushes forward with trans sports restrictions, appeals ruling on prison health care

Georgia leaders are advancing two major legal actions that could limit rights and health care access for transgender residents.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:10 PM EST • Sports • cbsnews.com
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Gut micro-organisms associated with health, nutrition and dietary interventions

Nature - Comprehensive large-scale studies of multi-national populations identified microbiome species consistently associated with favourable and unfavourable health markers, informing future...

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Health • nature.com
These Multnomah County jobs are on the chopping block, and more could follow

A sizable reduction in contracts from CareOregon, which manages Oregon Health Plan benefits, is trickling down to the county’s mental health network.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:55 PM EST • Health • oregonlive.com
A healthy man suffers a stroke and permanent damage after consuming numerous energy drinks

A completely healthy man in his 50s suffered permanent damage following a stroke caused by consuming too many energy drinks, according to a case study.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:31 PM EST • Health • cnn.com
GOP Senators Will Counter Democrats’ Bid to Preserve Health Care Subsidies

Senate Republicans plan to offer a proposal that would create a new payment for people with bare-bones health coverage, clashing with Democrats who are pressing for an extension of existing tax credits.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:21 PM EST • Health • nytimes.com
Supreme Court poised to strike down Watergate-era campaign finance limits

The Supreme Court's conservatives signaled they are likely to rule for Republicans and President Trump by throwing out a Watergate-era limit on campaign funding by political parties. Such a ruling could allow parties to support their candidate's campaigns with help from wealthy donors.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:50 PM EST • Politics • latimes.com
HBO Max subscriber sues Netflix to halt merger

As concerns emerge about Netflix's plan to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery assets, an HBO Max subscriber sued Netflix on Monday to prevent the merger from happening.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:24 PM EST • Entertainment • latimes.com
Analysis | Why Congress might not act on health care subsidies

It’s hard for Republicans to go it alone

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:49 PM EST • Health • washingtonpost.com
Senate Republicans plan vote on a health care alternative as ACA funds look likely to expire

The Senate will vote this week on a GOP bill to put money in health savings accounts, as well as a Democratic bill to extend the expiring ACA subsidies. Both are expected to fail.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:46 PM EST • Health • nbcnews.com
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Senate to vote on GOP health care proposal on Thursday

NBC News Senior National Political Reporter Sahil Kapur discusses the key points in competing GOP health care proposals as Congress tries to avoid a spike in health care premiums.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:39 PM EST • Health • nbcnews.com
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‘Crisis’ ebbs: Minnesota student mental health rebounds post-pandemic

Results from the 2025 Minnesota student survey released Tuesday show a turnaround from 2022 when nearly one-third of students reported long-term mental health struggles in the pandemic, a finding officials then described as a “crisis.”

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:19 PM EST • Health • mprnews.org
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Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Majority Leader John Thune announced that the Senate will vote Thursday on a Republican-led alternative to Democrats’ three-year extension of soon-to-expire enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:14 PM EST • Health • cnn.com
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Senate to vote on GOP health care bill that does not extend expiring Obamacare tax credits

Majority Leader John Thune announced that the Senate will vote Thursday on a Republican-led alternative to Democrats’ three-year extension of soon-to-expire enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:14 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Senate Republicans offer counter-proposal on Obamacare subsidies

The GOP plan would replace expiring ACA subsidies with a new program that directly funds health savings accounts for eligible patients

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:01 PM EST • Politics • washingtonpost.com
NH health officials urge continued vaccination of newborns for hepatitis B despite CDC committee vote

New Hampshire health officials are urging parents to continue the standard hepatitis B vaccination regimen for newborns despite a vote from a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention committee to remove the recommendation.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:59 PM EST • Health • wmur.com
Teachers Make Closing Push For Affordable Health Care

Over 100 New Haven public school teachers and supporters showed up to Monday's Board of Education meeting to back the teachers union's push for the district to lower educators' healthcare costs -- by moving teachers onto a state health insurance plan.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:52 PM EST • Health • newhavenindependent.org
Leveraging Momentum of the America First Global Health Strategy with the Signing of the United States–Liberia Bilateral Health Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding - United States Department of State

Today, the United States and Liberia have achieved a historic milestone in advancing the America First Global Health Strategy by signing a five-year, bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Over the next five years and working with Congress, the United States intends to provide up to $125 million in health assistance to Liberia, supporting […]

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:40 PM EST • Health • state.gov
Massachusetts is seeing more people drop health insurance

“In the first month of open enrollment, we’ve seen over 10,000 people terminate their coverage for 2026," says Audrey Morse Gasteier, Health Connector Executive Director.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:40 PM EST • Health • bostonglobe.com
Senate to vote Thursday on GOP health care plan

The Senate will vote Thursday on a Republican proposal to replace enhanced health insurance subsidies under the Affordable Act with health savings accounts that would receive federal contributions …

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:34 PM EST • Health • thehill.com
New York City Faces Record High Youth Mental Health Crisis: Comptroller Lander’s Report

New York, NY — Under resourced New York City Public Schools are facing a growing youth mental health crisis, according to a new report from New York City Comptroller Brad Lander. With close to 40% of New York City high school students reporting persistent sadness or hopelessness, Comptroller Lander’s report...

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:28 PM EST • Health • comptroller.nyc.gov
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Thune says Senate GOP will offer alternative health care bill as Democrats seek to extend tax credits
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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:12 PM EST • Politics • cbsnews.com
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Thune says Senate GOP will offer alternative health care bill as Democrats seek to extend tax credits
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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:12 PM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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GOP floats Obamacare alternatives as insurance costs are about to soar

GOP senators want to fund health savings accounts instead of extending COVID-19-era subsidies that made Obamacare less expensive for millions.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:08 PM EST • Health • usatoday.com
UM Health-Sparrow earns highest rating for maternity care in new report

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow's birthing center sees around 3,500 births annually, according to a statement from hospital officials.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 2:56 PM EST • Health • lansingstatejournal.com
Health coaching before surgery may improve outcomes

Personalized coaching before surgery on nutrition, exercise, and more may improve patients’ immune systems and reduce complications after surgery.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 2:53 PM EST • Health • nih.gov
Prairie strips can rapidly improve soil health

Prairie strips can improve measures of soil health faster than expected, according to new research by Iowa State University scientists working in cooperation with the Soil Health Institute. Earlier studies have shown that prairie strips established in approximately 10% of a field can significantly increase biodiversity and pollinator habitat, reduce erosion and improve water quality. However, strips’ impacts on soil health have remained largely unexamined until now. Findings published recently in the Journal of Soil and Water Conservation showed that prairie strips improved a number of soil health measures within 10-12 years.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 2:40 PM EST • Health • cals.iastate.edu
Senate Republicans set to put Cassidy-Crapo health proposal up for a vote Thursday

The decision to offer an alternative to Democrats' plan represents a strategic U-turn.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 2:38 PM EST • Health • politico.com
Pennsylvania’s Lt. Gov. says Trump has ‘got his work cut out for him’ when it comes to the commonwealth’s economy
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Dec 9, 2025 • 2:25 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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2025 Week 15 QB Fantasy Rankings: Sleepers, Streamers, Busts

See the top projected fantasy quarterbacks for Week 15. Our rankings highlight the best QB options to start in your fantasy football lineup.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 1:58 PM EST • Sports • foxsports.com
‘The Affordable Care Act saved my life": Pennsylvania home care worker worries about rising health insurance premiums
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Dec 9, 2025 • 1:35 PM EST • Politics • cnn.com
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Matriarch's Death Prompts Mental Health Reckoning

When Cheryl Hill vanished around Thanksgiving and her late son’s birthday, her community rallied in a desperate search, ultimately uncovering the tragedy that the 69-year-old New Havener had taken her own life. Now, Hill's daughter plans to channel her grief into raising awareness around the importance of mental health.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:40 PM EST • Health • newhavenindependent.org
Bill Cassidy is ready to cut a deal on Obamacare

The top Republican on health care also said he wants a vote this week on a GOP alternative to a Democratic bill to extend expiring subsidies.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:30 PM EST • Health • politico.com
Louisiana yanks a Medicaid contract, pushing 345,000 people to other plans

Gov. Jeff Landry and Attorney General Liz Murrill have been battling some of the nation’s largest health care companies in the legislature and in court.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:30 PM EST • Health • nola.com
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Five Health System Hospitals Named To U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Hospitals For Maternity Care - NYC Health + Hospitals

New York, NY — NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that five of its hospitals were recognized by U.S. News & World Report as 2026 Best Hospitals

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:24 PM EST • Health • nychealthandhospitals.org
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Exxon CFO Kathy Mikells to Retire Feb. 1 Due to Health Condition

Kathy Mikells, the first outsider to join Exxon Mobil Corp.’s inner circle of top executives, will retire next year as she battles a serious but non-life threatening health condition.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:20 PM EST • Health • bloomberg.com
Early registration for 2026 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference ends Dec. 12

The early registration deadline for the 2026 AHA Rural Health Care Leadership Conference is Dec. 12.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 11:50 AM EST • Health • aha.org
Vitable Health and DirectShifts Partner to Expand Clinicians’ Access to Care and Coverage

PHILADELPHIA, December 09, 2025--Vitable Health, an all-in-one health benefits platform redefining care for the American workforce, today announced a new partnership with DirectShifts, a leading clinician staffing platform, to make it easier for clinicians nationwide to access everyday healthcare and insurance coverage.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 11:40 AM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Study outlines a strategy to revitalize downtown Baton Rouge retail

A new study outlines strategies to strengthen downtown's retail health by attracting more customers, easing operations, and creating a plan for long-term growth. Mukul Verma of Throughline Co… Already an INSIDER? Sign in. We are glad you enjoy reading Business Report. Continue reading this story and get ACCESS to all our content from any device […]

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Dec 9, 2025 • 11:20 AM EST • Business • businessreport.com
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A 600-year-old British estate, which has been visited by royalty, is on sale for $4.7 million. Take a look.

Maunsel House in Somerset has historic gardens, cottages, and legendary literary ties. It's the first time in centuries that the property has been on the market.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 11:07 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 8 | December 2025

Visit this page on the Barnstable County, Cape Cod website for more information about Community Health E-Newsletter | Issue 8 | December 2025.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:59 AM EST • Health • capecod.gov
Solid data is essential to making AI and VBC work

As we look to 2026, there's a bright future for well-governed healthcare information to advance artificial intelligence innovation and promote value-based care, an expert says.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:55 AM EST • Health • healthcareitnews.com
Serena Williams on how she pursues longevity – and how you can too

Serena Williams has been a health extremist all her life. She's now partnered with Lingo, a continuous glucose monitor that tracks blood sugar levels.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:45 AM EST • Health • usatoday.com
First rabies-positive bat of the year found in Barry County, health officials urge caution

A bat found in Barry County has tested positive for rabies.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:17 AM EST • Health • wwmt.com
Pebble's founder introduces a $75 AI smart ring for recording brief notes with a press of a button

After rebooting the Pebble smartwatch, founder Eric Migicovsky is expanding his company's device lineup with a new smart wearable: an AI-powered smart ring known as Index 01. Named for the finger where the ring is meant to be worn, the new $75 ring is not meant to be a competitor to the always-on, always-listening AI devices, like the AI pendant Friend, but instead offers a way to record quick notes and reminders with a press of a button on the ring's side. AI only comes into play via the open source, speech-to-text, and AI models that run locally on your smartphone, via the open source Pebble mobile app. That is, if the Ring's button is not being pressed, it's not recording. (And this is a press-and-hold gesture, too, which means you can't start the ring's recording and then let go to surreptitiously record a conversation.) You can wear the stainless steel ring while in the shower, washing hands, doing dishes, or in the rain, but you would have to take it off for other water-related activities, like swimming. At launch, it's water-resistant to 1 meter. The ring is also not a fitness tracker or sleep monitor. It doesn't record details about your heart rate or health. And it's not there to be your AI friend. "I'm not trying to build some AI assistant thing," Migicovsky told TechCrunch in an interview. "I build things that solve one main problem, and they solve it really well," he explains. "I think of as external memory for my brain...that's what this is. It's always with you." Plus, the ring has been designed to be highly reliable and privacy-preserving, he says, as all your thoughts are stored on your phone, not in the cloud. There is no subscription. Migicovsky has been wearing the ring for three months now and says he cannot imagine going back to a world where he doesn't always have a memory device with him. "The problem is that, during the day, I get ideas or I remember something, and if I don't write it down that second, I forget it," he says. The ring solves this problem, he adds, without becoming another device you need to charge. "The battery lasts for years," Migicovsky claims. Technically, the ring is said to support roughly 12 to 14 hours of recording. On average, the founder says he uses it 10-20 times per day to record 3-6 second thoughts. At that rate, he'll get about two years of usage. When the ring's battery dies, you can ship it back to the company for recycling. When using Index, you can record up to five minutes of audio, which can be saved to the ring and synced to your phone later. This makes sense for recording briefer, personal thoughts and notes, even when you don't have your phone handy, but it wouldn't work for recording a longer chat, like a presentation, meeting, or in-person interview of some kind. The ring also supports 99+ languages and has a bit of on-device memory, in case you're not in Bluetooth range of your device, where the recording is ultimately saved and transcribed. (The raw audio is retained, too, in case the speech-to-text is garbled due to loud background noise). If you own a Pebble smartwatch or one from another brand, your recorded thought can even appear on the watch's screen so you can verify it's correct. The ring works with Pebble's mobile app, which offers notes and reminders, but can optionally integrate with your phone's calendaring system, too, or other apps, like Notion. And the ring's software is open source, which makes it hackable by the community, the founder points out. Because of its open nature, the ring's button is already programmable. In addition to the press-and-hold gesture, you can program the ring to do other things with a single or double press, like play or pause your music or control the shutter on your phone's camera. You could use it to send a message through the universal chat app Beeper, which Migicovsky also created, or you could add your own voice actions via MCP. A new approach to hardware Migicovsky acknowledges that hardware can be difficult to get right -- as the previous exit of Pebble to Fitbit showed. (Fitbit, too, was later acquired by Google in 2021). "I didn't earn any money during Pebble -- we exited, but it was not a great exit," Migicovsky admits. This year, however, he decided to reboot the Pebble project after Google open sourced the PebbleOS, which opened up the door to new hardware. With his new company, Core Devices, Migicovsky plans to do things differently. Still, the founder doesn't regret his previous choices, he clarifies. "I wouldn't have gone back and changed anything. I loved what we built. I loved what we did. I love the company that we built, but it's not the only way to build a company," he told TechCrunch. " And, speaking as an ex-YC partner, there are -- there's a time and a place for building a venture-backed startup. Some companies are phenomenal when they raise money and build a big team, and I tried that...I think what I'm doing now is trying an alternative path, which is start from profitability," he says. The new company is a small team of five, self-funded, and focused on sustainability. So far, Core Devices has shipped the Pebble 2 Duo smartwatch with a black-and-white display. Its first run sold out, and the company is now preparing to ship the upgraded version, the Pebble Time 2. The newer device, which has seen 25,000 pre-orders, is a stainless steel watch with a larger, color e-ink screen. As for the Index 01, the ring's pre-order offer ends in March 2026. After that, the price increases to $99. It currently comes in silver, polished gold, and matte black and works with iOS and Android devices. Customers can select from eight ring sizes and three colors.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Two health care reforms Congress can deliver now

Information without choice is powerless. Choice without information is meaningless. Together, they create the foundation of a functioning market.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Health • thehill.com
Axios AI+ DC Summit: Fractured system blocks AI's full potential in health care, experts say

Improving communication and cross-functional collaboration could greatly improve how AI is used in health care environments

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:11 AM EST • Health • axios.com
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AI doctors will be good at science but bad at business, and big talk with little action means even higher drugs prices: 10 healthcare predictions for 2026 from top investors

We hope 2026 is calmer after tariffs, public health chaos, and the cancellation of billions of research funding and health coverage support for millions.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:00 AM EST • Science • fortune.com
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How Much Do OC Taxpayers Spend on Local Politician’s Health Benefits?

As budgets tighten across OC cities, questions arise about spending local tax dollars on healthcare for part-time city politicians.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:58 AM EST • Health • voiceofoc.org
WGU Workforce Decoded Report Reveals Employers Rewriting Hiring Playbooks as Business Needs Shift

Survey of 3,000+ U.S. employers underscores opportunity to reimagine higher education to better support career development WGU Workforce Decoded Report Reveals Employers Rewriting Hiring Playbooks as Business Needs Shift Survey of 3,000+ U.S. employers underscores opportunity to reimagine higher education to better support career development SALT LAKE CITY, Dec. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WGU today released its inaugural Workforce Decoded Report, which reveals employers’ perspectives on workfo

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:55 AM EST • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Brook.ai Wins Top Digital Health Award for Pioneering Work in AI-Powered Remote Care Management

Brook.ai, the company making remote care an integral part of U.S. healthcare by extending continuity of care outside the traditional practice setting, today announced its recognition with a Gold Award for Remote Patient Monitoring in the Connected Digital Health category at the 27th annual Digital Health Awards®. The prestigious program, organized by the Health Information Resource Center (HIRC), honors the most innovative digital health resources developed for consumers and health professionals

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:05 AM EST • Health • finance.yahoo.com
iFixit Put a Chatbot Repair Expert in an App

FixBot can check on the health of your devices and talk you through necessary repairs. You can even point your phone's camera at broken gear to get started.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • wired.com
Capitol agenda: What Trump told POLITICO about health care

The president said "I don't know" when asked whether he'll push Congress to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Health • politico.com
US civic health rating downgraded after year of ‘restrictive‘ Trump actions

Civicus, a non-profit that monitors global civic freedoms, moved the US from the ‘narrowed’ to ‘obstructed’ category. Plus, the ‘gay wool’ taking over a New York catwalk

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:59 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
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UC San Diego Health Earns Highest Ranking for Obstetric, Infant Care

For the fourth year in a row, UC San Diego Health is recognized as a Best Hospital for Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Health • health.ucsd.edu
Detroit and Michigan face challenges with preterm birth rate

A new March of Dimes report shows stark disparities in infant health.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:20 AM EST • Health • axios.com
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GLP-1s may weaken the pelvic floor, impacting women's health –– and their sex lives

GLP-1 side effects like constipation and muscle mass loss can lead to uncomfortable pelvic floor symptoms like bladder leakage and painful sex.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:04 AM EST • Health • usatoday.com
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Vulnerable Republicans sweat amid GOP divisions on health care

Swing-state Republican senators who are up for reelection are scrambling for political cover as the Senate prepares to vote on a Democratic bill to extend health insurance tax credits, even as the …

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Health • thehill.com
Through Collaboration, 7 Research Teams Aim to Transform Biomedical Science

Collaboration powers scientific discovery. Now 14 accomplished researchers are teaming up to lead such a charge as The Pew Charitable Trusts’ 2025 Innovation Fund investigators. The new class, announced Dec. 9, brings together pairs of leading scientists whose studies span immunology, cancer biology, biophysics, and more. Through their interdisciplinary partnerships, these investigators will explore creative research projects at the forefront of health and medicine.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:30 AM EST • Science • pew.org
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These Health Centers Are Supposed to Make Care Affordable. One Has Sued Patients for as Little as $59 in Unpaid Bills.

Federally funded community health centers receive grants in exchange for serving patients regardless of their ability to pay. But ProPublica found at least five across the country garnishing patients’ paychecks to collect unpaid bills.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:30 AM EST • Health • propublica.org
Stronger than milk? researchers point to an unexpected food for bone health | - The Times of India

Cottage cheese is emerging as a surprising powerhouse for bone health, offering more than just calcium. This humble dairy product is packed with prote

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:30 AM EST • Health • timesofindia.indiatimes.com
With billions on the line, Colorado prepares for the rural health care “Hunger Games”

Colorado is vying against every other state for a share of $50 billion in federal money earmarked for improving rural health care.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:11 AM EST • Health • coloradosun.com
Trump’s Idea for Health Accounts Has Been Tried. Millions of Patients Have Ended Up in Debt.

Republican calls to give Americans cash instead of health insurance subsidies double down on a decades-old strategy of moving people into high-deductible plans with health savings accounts.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • kffhealthnews.org
Rural Health Providers Could Be Collateral Damage From $100K Trump Visa Fee

Dozens of health care organizations have asked the Trump administration to shield the doctors, nurses, and techs they need to fill shortages from the president’s new $100,000 visa fee for skilled foreign workers. So far, there’s no sign of a reprieve.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • kffhealthnews.org
A billion-dollar plan to bolster rural health in CT

DSS requested the funds for its 5-year plan from the Rural Health Transformation Program, which is part of Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Health • ctmirror.org
Brain health tips: Neurosurgeon shares 5 simple habits that help

The brain works tirelessly to help us think, remember, decide, and feel. Neuroscience suggests that the overall ‘fitness’ of the brain highly depends on daily habits. As it turns out, seemingly simple lifestyle patterns can shape the structure, connectivity, and resilience of the brain over time. Highlighting the importance of consistency, balance, and protection for long-term brain resilience, US-based neurosurgeon Dr. Jay Jagannathan shared 5 simple habits that help improve brain health and function, when done consistently. Let’s take a closer look:

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:52 AM EST • Health • timesofindia.indiatimes.com
Some farmers says Trump's proposed bailout won't help with rising health care costs

President Trump has proposed a $12 billion plan to help farmers across the country, but some say they also need help with the rising health insurance costs they may face if certain subsidies expire.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:41 AM EST • Health • npr.org
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Louisiana abruptly cuts two Medicaid contracts, putting care options for 488,500 in limbo

Gov. Jeff Landry’s administration is abruptly ending contracts with two of the six companies that provide Medicaid insurance in Louisiana, a move that could leave 488,500 residents uncertain of what health care they will have starting Jan. 1.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 1:28 AM EST • Health • lailluminator.com
Health experts say not enough infants are receiving vitamin K shots
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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:06 AM EST • Health • cbsnews.com
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US civic health rating downgraded after year of ‘restrictive‘ Trump actions

Civicus, a non-profit that monitors global civic freedoms, moved the US from the ‘narrowed’ to ‘obstructed’ category

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:01 AM EST • Health • theguardian.com
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