Health & Wellness
Monday, June 15, 2026 · Bedford
Lupus Trial Shows Patients Halting Medications After Immune Treatment
Researchers report that patients enrolled in a trial of an experimental immune-resetting treatment have stopped taking medications to manage lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease. The approach represents a potential shift in how doctors manage the condition.
Safety inquiry finds 78 children received gender medication at Brighton clinic without required checks
An independent safety inquiry found that 78 children at a Brighton gender care clinic received medication without undergoing required medical assessments. The investigation identified gaps in clinical protocols at WellBN.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Medicare Advantage insurers denied long-term care authorizations at high rates, HHS inspector general reports
The Department of Health and Human Services inspector general found that three major Medicare Advantage insurers denied prior authorization requests for long-term care services at rates exceeding those of competitors. The report examined denial patterns across multiple plans.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Ebola cases rise in Congo and Uganda as health officials assess outbreak response
The Ebola outbreak spreading across the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda has accelerated in recent weeks. Health officials and aid organizations are now evaluating the resources and personnel dedicated to containing the virus.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Pig Kidney Transplants Gain Momentum as Organ Shortage Persists
More than 90,000 people in the U.S. live with kidney failure, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Xenotransplantation, which involves transplanting animal organs into human recipients, represents a possible solution to chronic organ shortages.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Trump administration issues compliance notices to over 500 hospitals for lack of price disclosure
The Trump administration has sent warnings to more than 500 hospitals, citing failures to publicly disclose pricing information. Officials argue the lack of transparency artificially inflates healthcare expenses.
Monday, June 15, 2026
Older U.S. Students' Test Scores Plateau While Younger Peers Recover from Pandemic
The federal government released test results Wednesday showing a split pattern in student performance. Younger students have regained academic ground after pandemic disruptions, while older students' scores in reading and math remain flat.
Monday, June 15, 2026