PACT Act Passes, Making it Easier to Get Burn Pit Treatment
Veterans can now receive free treatment after exposure to burn pits and other toxins.
Health & Medicine
Minnesota’s Health Care System Struggled During the Peak of COVID-19
Adverse events, including patient harm, increased in Minnesota’s health care system during the pandemic.
Types of Medical Malpractice Lawsuits in Chicago
Surgical errors can be the basis for medical malpractice lawsuits.
‘Medical Gaslighting’ is Real and it Can be Dangerous
Vulnerable populations are more likely to be gaslighted by medical personnel, studies show.
AbbVie Proposes $2.37 Billion Settlement in Branded Opioid Case
Abbvie’s proposed deal will open the door for Teva to settle its opioid case.
All You Need to Know about Missouri’s Medical Marijuana Laws
Both eligible cardholders and caregivers can purchase no more than four ounces of dried, unprocessed marijuana in 30 days.
Opioid Deaths Will Rise Due to Mixing, New JAMA Study Warns
Experts warn that the dangerous concoctions of drugs being distributed on the streets will cause overdoses to skyrocket.
Opioids Affect the Brain Development, Behavior of Unborn Babies
Opioid use in pregnancy can affect the minds and behavior of children long-after birth.
TikTok Users Appreciate Mental Health Messages
New research finds TikTok’s mental health messages receive positive feedback rom users.
Studies Yield Mixed Results for At-home v. In-patient Psych Care
Latest study on at-home psychiatric care finds that it shouldn’t replace in-patient facility care.