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For older adults in the United States, the rising cost of healthcare is hitting where it hurts most — their pocketbooks. Here are some of their biggest healthcare concerns heading into the voting booth.
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Charlie Riedel/APThe bureaucratic maneuver under President Donald Trump's historic rescheduling of the drug that could pave the way for the businesses to receive tax benefits long denied the industry. -
Baptist Health CareMark Faulkner, who has led the health system for 14 years, is stepping down at the end of June, with chief operating officer Brett Aldridge becoming the fifth CEO in the organization's 75-year history.
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When federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act health insurance expired last year, Florida was hit particularly hard. Now, as the election and open enrollment coincide, healthcare is a major issue. -
For the week of Oct. 18-24, Hillsborough reported 39 new cases of the mosquito-borne illness, for a total of 385 since this year’s onset in July. Pinellas added 16 cases and is up to 67. -
If an administrative judge issues a ruling in favor of the health department in time, the DeSantis administration can implement changes before a new governor is sworn in. -
The Panhandle medical center west of Tallahassee will use the award to grow the area's specialist care. The money is part of the Rural Infrastructure Fund to support advancements in rural counties. -
Porchia Hardy said the mother inside her needed to be there for Hazel Krauss after the 19-year-old UF student was struck by a vehicle: "It hit close to home, Hardy said. Krauss later died at a hospital. -
Open enrollment begins Sunday; customers and health advocates are pleading with those running for office to intervene with rising and, in some cases, unsustainable healthcare costs. -
The governor and attorney general positions are up for grabs in Florida. Both offices wield power to influence abortion policy. -
The 18- to 24-month pilot will begin in late 2027 at two of BayCare's busiest laboratory service centers. The Aletta device uses real-time imaging to guide blood collection. -
The panel noted that smoking, drinking and a lack of exercise can take a toll on brain function. They also agreed that social relationships have a key impact. -
On "Florida Matters Live & Local," a pediatric endocrinologist explains how sugar affects children's bodies, and how they can enjoy a safer, healthier Halloween. -
The grant is $5 million-plus more than the DeSantis administration had previously announced it was requesting. The money is available through the Rural Health Transformation Program. -
These robotaxis are everywhere in Tampa, but they are more than an technological innovation. Waymo's might be the best transportation option for older adults or those with vision loss.
