Milwaukee County’s health insurance contract has ended, and the county board was unaware.
Milwaukee County’s accounting team revealed on Thursday that the finance committee was unaware of a significant issue. The county’s health insurance agreement with United Healthcare lapsed on December 31, and no renewal has taken place yet. “This will amend the contract that expired at the end of last year,” noted County Auditor Liz Sumner during […]
Michigan health insurance company receives backlash for delaying $800 refund for Oakland County couple
Oakland County, Michigan A couple in Oakland County discovered they had overpaid by more than $800 after Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan declined to refund the extra payments. Seeking assistance, they reached out to Local 4 to share their experience. Local 4 contacted the insurance company, which responded, stating that the issue would be […]
With the increase in marijuana use, specialists caution about concealed dangers to health and wellbeing.
Cannabis is becoming increasingly popular in 2026, with estimates indicating that around 15% of Americans currently use it and more than 22% have used it in the past year. With the trend of Dry January prompting many to cut back on alcohol, dispensaries are reporting a notable spike in marijuana sales, coining this phenomenon “High […]
Who truly has authority over behavioral health care and why it is important at this time
People looking for mental health or addiction treatment in the U.S. often face a convoluted system that claims to facilitate care, yet help is seldom swift. As the need for behavioral health services continues to rise, fundamental questions emerge. The primary concern is who really manages behavioral health care in the country, and whether that […]
Health care costs have become the biggest financial concern for Americans, according to a recent poll.
Health Care Costs Top Financial Concerns for Americans Healthcare expenses have emerged as the leading financial worry for many Americans, particularly after Congress did not extend certain protections last year. This has led to significant increases in premiums for millions, according to recent investigations. According to a poll conducted by KFF, about two-thirds of Americans […]
Intermountain Health pauses pension plans. What implications does this have for employees?
Intermountain Health Freezes Pension Plan Intermountain Health plans to freeze its long-standing pension plan. This change will impact about one-third of its more than 68,000 employees. Factors influencing this decision include fiscal pressures, reduced government spending, and inflation. Intermountain Health, based in Utah, recently revealed its decision to end its long-running pension system. This step […]
Ray J Expresses Concern About His Health, Admits His Heart Is Functioning at Only 25% Because of Substance Abuse
Ray J Reveals Serious Health Issues R&B artist Ray J has shared alarming news about his health, stating that his heart is 75% defective due to prolonged substance abuse. Doctors have reportedly given him a year to live. The “One Wish” singer opened up about his situation in an Instagram post, expressing gratitude for the […]
Malinda Cook let go by VCU Health following disputed TikTok videos
Nurse Under Investigation for Anti-ICE Video The head of a medical watchdog organization has criticized Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) after a nurse was fired for a TikTok video that went viral, albeit for negative reasons. Christina Rasmussen, executive director of Do No Harm, expressed her disapproval of VCU’s approach to incorporating extreme identity politics into […]
What is HRV? Insights this biomarker can provide about your health
Perhaps it’s time to pay closer attention to your heart. In recent years, countless Americans have started using wearable health devices like smartwatches and Oura rings, and recent studies indicate that at least one in three adults in the U.S. is actively using them. While many are familiar with metrics such as blood pressure and […]
End of federal health insurance support: Key information for California
Californians Face Rising Health Insurance Premiums Many middle-class Californians who depend on the state’s health insurance market are experiencing a significant rise in premiums. This comes as the enhanced federal subsidies, which were a lifeline during the pandemic, have now expired. So far, the number of insured Californians has remained steady, according to state figures. […]