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In Medical Billing, Fraudulent Charges Weirdly Pass as Legal
If we want to tame the costs in our $3 trillion health system, we’ve got to rein in this behavior.
Why the “Slash-Poison-Burn” Approach to Cancer Has Failed
Cancer research should focus on the very first stages of the disease, says renowned cancer expert, Dr. Azra Raza.
We Must Address the Roots of Inequality to Keep It From Killing Us
Lowering premature mortality in the U.S. requires concerted action to limit the concentration of wealth and power.
Plastics Chemicals Are Disrupting Our Hormones, and the FDA Is Dragging Its Feet
American industry, aided by federal regulators, is conducting a large-scale, consequential public health experiment.
More Renewables Will Mean Less Asthma and Heart Disease in the Midwest
A study finds the region stands to gain the most health benefits from a transition to clean power.
Farmworkers Face Daunting Health Risks in California’s Wildfires
Advocates have been pushing for labor standards protecting farmworkers from risks of exposure to wildfires and smoke.
Capitalism Is Dooming Kids With Curable Cancers
Medicare for All is our only ethical choice.
Debate Moderators Need to Ask Different Questions on Medicare for All
We are throwing our money into the for-profit health care system instead of spending it on health care.
Sheriffs Release Sick People From Jail to Avoid Paying Hospital Bills
Some people have been rearrested once they recover.
From Allergies to Heart Disease, Climate Crisis Is Making People Sicker
Children, pregnant people and the elderly are the most at risk from extreme weather and heat.