Why the NHS wastes billions on patients who shouldn’t be in hospital
Nick TriggleHealth correspondent BBC As ambulances queued in front of Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading last week, corridors full of …
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State of denial: How insurance companies impact health care today
Traci Hurley says watching her husband battle cancer in late 2021 was harrowing. “It was heartbreaking, and it was awful,” …
How much red meat is too much? Experts weigh in on food pyramid updates
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The release of an updated food pyramid this week has sparked mixed …
2026 is the year of obesity pills. Here’s how they could reshape the GLP-1 market
The booming GLP-1 space was built on weekly injections. In 2026, new obesity pills will push the market into its …
CNBC launches CNBC Cures to help 30 million Americans with rare diseases
Thirty million. It’s a big number. Maybe not in the context of business news, where we usually talk about company …
CNBC’s Becky Quick details daughter’s rare disease journey
I’ve spent the last 25 years in front of the camera here at CNBC, and people have gotten to know …
Why my period made my gambling addiction worse
BBC Abbie Harvey says her urge to gamble was worse during parts of her menstrual cycle Abbie Harvey’s gambling addiction …
Common pain relievers may raise heart disease and stroke risk, doctors warn
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Many might assume that over-the-counter (OTC) medications are generally safer than stronger …
Not all cancers should be treated right away, medical experts say — here’s why
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! When someone gets a cancer diagnosis, the initial reaction is usually to …
Why some people really struggle to lose weight more than others
Nick TriggleHealth correspondent BBC Listen to this piece “Fat people just need more self-control.” “It’s about personal responsibility.” “It’s simple, …