Deb Gordon, Contributor

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Even With New CDC Approval, Some Parents Are Waiting To Get Their Kids Covid-19 Vaccines—What Are They Waiting For?

Kids as young as five can now get the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine, thanks to the CDC’s approval on Tuesday. But many parents are still on the fence.

As FDA Considers Easing Medication Abortion Restrictions, New Study Finds Patients Prefer Flexibility

With the FDA poised to provide an update on its substantive review of medication abortion restrictions, new research shows patients want easier access to these drugs.

Gig Worker Benefits Platform Stride Health Announces $47 Million In New Funding

As the gig economy takes off, fueled in part by the pandemic, Stride Health, a benefits platform designed specifically for independent workers, announced that it has raised $47 million.

Colin Powell’s Views On Healthcare Might Surprise You

When Retired General Colin Powell died this week, tributes poured in for his pragmatic, centrist leadership approach. His lesser-known views on healthcare policy may not match what you’d expect.

50% Of Americans Now Carry Medical Debt, A New Chronic Condition For Millions

With millions of Americans owing $1,000 or more in medical debt, some organizations are finding creative approaches to retire medical debt for pennies on the dollar.

New Partnership Helps Navajo Elders Manage Medications, Easing Caregiver Burdens

Native American elders and caregivers report high rates of isolation and stress during the pandemic. A new partnership between Hero and Protect Native Elders aims to ease some of these burdens.

1 In 10 Americans Turn To Social Media For Health Information, New Survey Shows

Though almost no one says they trust social media for health information, approximately 1 in 10 Americans surveyed say they get their health information via social media.

No Jab? No Service. Doctors Flip The Script On Covid-19 Vaccine Mandates

As Covid-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers is capturing national attention, some doctors are now refusing to see unvaccinated patients.

Covid-19 Vaccine Mandates That Exclude Dentists Don’t Sit Well With Patients

As Covid-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers take effect across the country, one group is often exempted: dentists. That makes a lot of consumers uneasy.

Covid-19 Vaccine Mandates May Alienate Healthcare Workers But Woo Patients

Would you trust a doctor who isn’t vaccinated? As healthcare organizations face a backlash from some staff over Covid-19 vaccine mandates, they also get a boost in consumer trust.