Dr. Priya Deshmukh - Senior Editor, Health 
The federal government is projected to spend 14% more to cover individuals enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans compared to those in traditional Medicare, resulting in a $76 billion surplus for health insurance companies this year, according to a recent report from the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC). This substantial financial difference is raising concerns about … Read more
South Korea’s efforts to restructure its hospital system are facing scrutiny as concerns mount over potential disruptions to care for patients with serious conditions. A growing chorus of medical professionals is warning that recent changes to how hospitals are categorized and reimbursed are leading to delays in treatment, particularly for elderly patients requiring urgent hip … Read more
The rise of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic for weight loss and diabetes management has sparked a search for natural alternatives. Among the most discussed is berberine, a compound increasingly touted as “nature’s Ozempic.” But does the supplement live up to the hype? Although preliminary research suggests potential metabolic benefits, scientists caution that more rigorous studies … Read more
The electric vehicle market continues to expand, but consumer concerns about battery life and range remain significant hurdles to wider adoption. Fears of being stranded with long recharge times are common, driving research into technologies that can boost battery performance. A promising avenue focuses on optimizing cathode materials, particularly lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide – … Read more