Hospitalizations for the flu in the U.S. reached the highest level in a decade this holiday season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The spread of RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, appears to be slowing,...

A fast-growing class of therapeutic drugs called biosimilars is creating expanded treatment options in certain instances. The result may help lower costs for some patients and the healthcare system overall. For example, the availability of...

Black mothers report higher rates of anxiety and depression, compared to non-Hispanic white mothers — and yet, oftentimes, they receive the least amount of support. “I just saw the big mental health disparities in the community,...

With Medicare annual enrollment upon us, now is the time to review whether your Medicare coverage is a good fit for your healthcare needs and make any needed changes for 2023. A growing number of people – nearly half of eligible Medicare...

Providing a space for children to feel safe, seen and hopeful, especially as they adjust to changing environments, may be more important than ever. The past two-plus years have been challenging for children and further highlights how...

The mental health crisis in America has created an unprecedented need for help, and modern programs that combine easy-to-use digital resources with clinical best practices are becoming an important part of the solution for mild issues....

If you think the health care system is too complicated and due for an overhaul, you may be pleasantly surprised by Surest™ — a health plan designed to help simplify care with upfront pricing. “This is a common-sense approach created by...

A warning from diabetes researchers says the number of Americans under 20 with diabetes is likely to skyrocket in the future. Additionally, they say there could be a substantial widening of racial and ethnic disparities in the prevalence of...

Accessing healthy food can greatly impact a person’s health and well-being. Unfortunately, it’s not always regularly available to far too many individuals and families.  To help expand resources, UnitedHealthcare recently announced a $50,000...

Doula care can have a meaningful effect on improving maternal health. Studies have demonstrated that support from non-clinical providers within Medicaid populations, such as doulas, is associated with: lower cesarean ratesfewer...