21+ min ago (438+ words) PFAS " perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances " are called "forever chemicals" for a reason. A recent study in New Mexico found troubling levels of PFAS among residents living near Cannon Air Force Base, where a notable plume of contamination had seeped into the surrounding area. According to AP News, PFAS have made their way into "the bloodstreams of 99% of Americans," and this newly released research further confirms the issue. PFAS are considered forever chemicals, as they don't break down over time. As a result, they can be found in just about anything " food, water, and even the air. PFAS stick around, and they can accumulate in the human body as they are consumed. The issue is that PFAS are so widespread in their usage, and thus, they are hard to regulate. In the case of those living near the Cannon Air Force…...

51+ min ago (561+ words) Daniel C. Bryant, MD, lives in Cape Elizabeth. In his Nov. 23Maine Sunday Telegram op-ed (When health insurance breaks down, we break too), Dr. Jeffrey Barkin, former president of the Maine Medical Association, gave an expert's critique of our troubled health care system. Though Dr. Barkin did end his piece on a hopeful note " it is never too late to do the right thing" " he did not recommend any specific reforms, such as the publicly funded, privately provided universal health care model (single-payer," Medicare for All). I had a chance to discuss that model with him and his colleague Stephen Woods (CEO of TideSmart) on the Nov. 3episode of their'Healthy Conversations'radio program. As we struggle to deal with the problems Dr. Barkin outlined in his piece, I would like to alert readers to the fact that many medical providers do support such reform....

1+ hour, 36+ min ago (132+ words) Highly Pathogenic" Form of Avian Flu Identified at 4 Strathroy-Caradoc Properties, CFIA Says A highly pathogenic form of avian flu has spread to four properties outside of London, Ont., according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The agency has issued notices on its website about the virus"s presence at four commercial properties in the Strathroy-Caradoc area. The first notice was dated Nov. 14, with the rest dated on Nov. 22, Nov. 26, and Nov. 28. BC, Ottawa Announce Joint Efforts to Address Extortion Targeting BC Communities Euthanasia Now Accounts for 5 Percent of All Deaths in Canada: Data Nova Scotia Selling Remaining US Alcohol Inventory Worth $14 Million Calgary Pastor Says He Faces More Jail Time After Refusing to Write Apology Letter Over Drag Story Time Protest...

1+ hour, 36+ min ago (132+ words) Highly Pathogenic" Form of Avian Flu Identified at 4 Strathroy-Caradoc Properties, CFIA Says A highly pathogenic form of avian flu has spread to four properties outside of London, Ont., according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The agency has issued notices on its website about the virus"s presence at four commercial properties in the Strathroy-Caradoc area. The first notice was dated Nov. 14, with the rest dated on Nov. 22, Nov. 26, and Nov. 28. BC, Ottawa Announce Joint Efforts to Address Extortion Targeting BC Communities Euthanasia Now Accounts for 5 Percent of All Deaths in Canada: Data Nova Scotia Selling Remaining US Alcohol Inventory Worth $14 Million Calgary Pastor Says He Faces More Jail Time After Refusing to Write Apology Letter Over Drag Story Time Protest...

3+ hour, 20+ min ago (1188+ words) In the heart of rural Peru, where vibrant landscapes often contrast sharply with healthcare access, a recent study sheds light on the needs and expectations of local communities regarding their health services. Research conducted by Pesantes and colleagues explores the lived experiences of healthcare users in these remote areas, highlighting a critical desire for more [] In the heart of rural Peru, where vibrant landscapes often contrast sharply with healthcare access, a recent study sheds light on the needs and expectations of local communities regarding their health services. Research conducted by Pesantes and colleagues explores the lived experiences of healthcare users in these remote areas, highlighting a critical desire for more responsive and tailored healthcare solutions. The participants expressed profound feelings of abandonment, akin to being "orphans" in terms of the support and care they receive, with the goal of transforming…...

3+ hour, 49+ min ago (204+ words) A new study reveals Florida has the fourth-worst health insurance crisis for women in the U.S. The research by Nevada-based personal injury lawyers H&P Law analyzed uninsured rates among women across all 50 states between 2021 and 2023. Scores for the average number of uninsured women per 1,000 women were calculated to identify the states where women are most at risk if they get sick. Florida ranks fourth with an average of 81.4 uninsured women per 1,000 women, 57% higher than the national average of 51.7. The Sunshine State recorded 989,900 uninsured women in 2021, its highest during the period, dropping to 880,600 in 2023. Looking at the study, a spokesperson from H&P Law commented, "The findings reveal a troubling reality regarding women in states like Florida, who face significant barriers to accessing health care. "Without adequate insurance, preventive care is often delayed or skipped entirely, leading to higher rates of…...

4+ hour, 1+ min ago (321+ words) Sun, Nov 30, 2025 | Jumada al-Thani 9, 1447 | Fajr 05:24 | DXB 22.2C All medical service providers in Dubai are required to provide emergency treatment whenever a patient's life or health is under threat or in the event of a medical emergency Question: My baby has a basic health insurance plan, but I often worry about emergencies. There is a hospital near our home that is not covered under his policy. In a medical emergency, can the hospital refuse to treat him because his insurance? This is just for my awareness. Answer: In a medical emergency, the insurance company must cover the cost of treatment even if the hospital is outside the insurer's approved network. The insurer cannot deny payment simply because the hospital is "out of network." Their obligation continues until the patient is stabilised and no longer in danger. This is in accordance with Article…...

4+ hour, 9+ min ago (780+ words) Editorial: Legislation to shield nurses, health-care staff clears hurdle Nurses, health-care workers, and hospital representatives across Massachusetts have reason to celebrate, now that a significant milestone has been reached in the effort to curb the growing crisis of workplace violence in the state's health-care system. An Act Requiring Health Care Employers to Develop and Implement Programs to Prevent Workplace Violence (H.4767/S.1718) was passed unanimously by the House last week; it now advances to the Senate, which we trust will act accordingly. "Health care workers are heroes who are responsible for saving lives and for improving the overall health of our Commonwealth, which is why we owe it to them to ensure that they are able to do their jobs without fear for their well-being," said House Speaker Ronald J. Mariano. The bill strengthens protections for health-care workers, establishes preventive and protective standards…...

4+ hour, 39+ min ago (188+ words) SAN FRANCISCO -- Discipline, creativity and a steady hand -- all traits that an artist must possess. According to Dr. Don Hershman, they are qualities that a surgeon must possess. He would seemingly know, because he is both of those things. "I always said there is a part of my brain that turns on at a certain point in the painting and in the surgery. I mean the blank canvass is daunting. When you are beginning a surgery, it's the beginning of an adventure. It's a creative energy that not many people have the experience of talking about, because surgeons are surgeons and artists are artists. Not many people do both," Hershman said. "People adjust their language to fit in. I can only speak for my experience as a gay man going through medical school having to code-switch. Back in the day,…...

4+ hour, 39+ min ago (188+ words) SAN FRANCISCO -- Discipline, creativity and a steady hand -- all traits that an artist must possess. According to Dr. Don Hershman, they are qualities that a surgeon must possess. He would seemingly know, because he is both of those things. "I always said there is a part of my brain that turns on at a certain point in the painting and in the surgery. I mean the blank canvass is daunting. When you are beginning a surgery, it's the beginning of an adventure. It's a creative energy that not many people have the experience of talking about, because surgeons are surgeons and artists are artists. Not many people do both," Hershman said. "People adjust their language to fit in. I can only speak for my experience as a gay man going through medical school having to code-switch. Back in the day,…...