Repealing the HMO Act is not on any politician’s agenda. But perhaps a better regulated, less heavily profit-oriented system of multiple payers could work in the U.S.
In this week’s edition of InnovationRx, we look the billionaire dentist, Wegovy by subscription, Kailera’s planned IPO, and more.
Targeting organ‑specific gene “switches” can reverse key markers of liver aging in mice, suggesting aging might be slowed one organ at a time rather than bodywide.
A doctor breaks down how the new AHA dietary guidelines differ from the federal dietary guidelines and what that means for public health.
Rising hospital costs translate to increasing premiums, as insurers pass on increased spending. Patients may be impacted by this as much, if not more, than drug costs.
A novel technique to treat malignant brain tumors is currently in phase 2 of clinical trials.
The WHOOP health platform gets big-name sports figures and investing funds to provide a half-billion dollars for its AI-powered personal health platform.
Burnout can become a vicious cycle, particularly when its root causes are not addressed. That is why a multi-pronged approach is necessary.
Physician payment cuts threaten independent practices. This harms patients in three serious ways. A bipartisan bill in Congress can help protect doctors and patients.
Elevance Health announced several changes to its management ranks at its health insurance unit and its Carelon health services business that include new CFOs.