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June 7

Former MLB pitcher finds liver donor in high-school classmate he hadn't seen in 20 years

Steven Register, an Alabama father battling stage 4 cancer, finds hope in a liver transplant donated from a high school friend after a social media call for donors.

June 7

Medical professionals say schools have gotten too political, citing ‘unscientific modes of thinking'

Two medical professors are concerned about healthcare education and offer guidelines for responsible advocacy while leveraging their "professional standing to effect change."

June 7

'Right down the line': Medicaid reform in 'big, beautiful bill' divides lawmakers by party

Medicaid changes in Trump's "big, beautiful bill" have been met with a partisan division. The GOP defends the plan as needed reform, while Democrats blast it as a cut to social services.

June 5

UnitedHealthcare sues The Guardian for defamation after explosive nursing home story

UnitedHealthcare is suing The Guardian for defamation over a report the British outlet published about the health insurance giant last month.

June 5

REP BRETT GUTHRIE: GOP fights to protect Medicaid for America's most vulnerable while Democrats fearmonger

House Republicans aim to strengthen Medicaid and help vulnerable Americans by removing ineligible beneficiaries, as part of "One Big, Beautiful Bill."

June 4

TV host discovers he has skin cancer during live on-air broadcast

Philadelphia news anchor Mike Jerrick received an unexpected basal cell skin cancer diagnosis during a live broadcast, prompting viewers to reach out with gratitude for raising awareness about skin checks.

June 3

Boulder illegal immigrant terror suspect worked in healthcare field, as rideshare driver before attack

The man accused of injuring 12 in a firebombing at a pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado over the weekend is a former healthcare worker and Uber driver.

June 3

Boy, 6, suffers life-threatening stroke that causes paralysis: 'Rare complication'

After a life-threatening stroke on Christmas Eve, young Preston Patton's recovery journey inspires hope as he overcomes paralysis with groundbreaking treatment.

May 31

Gavin Newsom proposes $2,000 asset eligibility test to control soaring state Medi-Cal costs

Gavin Newsom's budget proposal includes reinstating an asset test for Medi-Cal to address rising costs with the program for low-income, disabled and elderly Californians.

May 31

Most common causes of cavities in the teeth — and how to prevent them

Cavities form from tooth decay and can lead to pain or tooth loss. Here's a roundup of symptoms, causes and expert tips to protect your teeth and maintain good oral health.