High Costs For Drugs Used By A Few Are Starting To Add Up
A cystic fibrosis drug that is expected to be taken by only a few hundred people may drain almost $36 million from California's general fund over two fiscal years.
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Pentagon Launches Pilot Program For Military Women
The Pentagon is launching a pilot program to freeze troops' sperm or eggs as part of widespread reforms to personnel policies across the force. Defense Secretary Ash Carter says he wants the military to be more family friendly and able to compete for the best talent with private sector employers like those in the world of tech.
House Hearing Probes The Mystery Of High Drug Prices That 'Nobody Pays'
After controversial pharmaceutical executive Martin Shkreli left the hearing on Capitol Hill, the representatives' attention turned to why prices for some drugs are rising so steeply.
Could Hospital ERs Provide Missing Data On Police Shootings?
If police violence is considered a public health issue, then doctors and nurses might be able to compile basic information about shootings involving law enforcement that go unreported.
California Exchange Chief Rips UnitedHealth For Obamacare Excuses
Covered California's executive director, Peter Lee, said UnitedHealth Group Inc. made its own mistakes on rates and networks that led to a $475 million loss on individual policies in 2015.
Study Suggests Surgical Residents Can Safely Work Longer Shifts
Researchers tested whether loosening restrictions on the work schedules of doctors in training would lead to more harm to patients.
Why Critical Illness Insurance Is Gaining Popularity
Critical care insurance pays out a lump sum for any kind of expense if someone is diagnosed with a serious illness. It's now popular but other kinds of insurance may already cover needed expenses.
A Peek Inside Turing Pharmaceuticals: 'Another $7.2 Million. Pow!'
Congressional investigators have pried loose emails showing how the company's executives anticipated huge profits from a 5,000 percent drug price increase. They were blindsided by the blowback.
Few States Use Health Law Option For Low-Cost Plans
New York and Minnesota are offering an inexpensive insurance alternative allowed under the federal health law that provides some low-income people with more affordable coverage.
Bosses Find Part-Time Workers Can Come With Full-Time Headaches
Some fast-food franchisees are rethinking putting workers on part-time status to avoid having to provide them with health insurance. The business hassles are exceeding the savings.