Health
Divorce costs thousands of women health insurance coverage
(Medical Xpress)—About 115,000 women lose their private health insurance every year in the wake of divorce, according to a University of Michigan study.
Nov 12, 2012
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News tagged with financial losses
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Saudi Arabia, Israel tighten restrictions to counter virus
Saudi Arabia closed off air and sea travel to 14 countries affected by the new virus Monday, while Israel ordered two weeks of home quarantine for anyone arriving from overseas. Mideast stock markets tumbled over fears about ...
Mar 9, 2020
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Pediatrics
Study examines financial losses for inpatient care of children with Medicaid
Freestanding children's hospitals had the largest financial losses for pediatric inpatients covered by Medicaid, suggesting hospitals may be unlikely to offset decreased Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) payments from ...
Sep 12, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Millions affected by problem gambling have limited access to support, finds report
New research has shown a lack of support available for family members and friends of people with gambling problems.
Apr 26, 2023
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Genetics
Genetic variant may explain weight loss post-RYGB surgery
(HealthDay)—A genetic variant associated with weight loss after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery has been identified, according to a study published in the May 2 issue of the American Journal of Human Genetics.
May 7, 2013
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Health
Study shows social gaming site effective weight loss tool
Researchers from The Miriam Hospital have found that DietBet, a web-based commercial weight loss program that pairs financial incentives with social influence, delivers significant weight losses. The study and its findings ...
Feb 18, 2014
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Cardiology
Unemployment's toll can be heartbreaking
(HealthDay)—As anyone who's lost a job can attest, stress and worry often quickly follow. But the health of your heart after unemployment can also take a tumble.
Apr 11, 2013
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Medical economics
Profitability decline is forcing many rural hospitals to close or merge
Our nation's rural hospitals are struggling. Between 2010 and 2021, almost 140 rural hospitals closed. Additionally, about one-third of the rural hospitals still operating are unprofitable. Rural hospitals struggle financially ...
Jun 16, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
One in four people will have hearing problems by 2050: WHO
One in four of the world's population will suffer from hearing problems by 2050, the World Health Organization warned Tuesday, calling for extra investment in prevention and treatment.
Mar 2, 2021
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Health
Researcher finds that money motivates employees to lose weight
Financial incentives can be a very effective tool in encouraging employees to lose weight at companies that offer their workers those types of programs, research from a University of Texas at Arlington economics assistant ...
Aug 13, 2013
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