HealthNew ICD codes will soon permit doctors to track medetomidine toxicity and withdrawalUntil last month, doctors had few ways to track the rise in medetomidine cases in their hospitals — because there were no International Classification of Disease codes associated with them.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthNew ICD codes will soon permit doctors to track medetomidine toxicity and withdrawalUntil last month, doctors had few ways to track the rise in medetomidine cases in their hospitals — because there were no International Classification of Disease codes associated with them.Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaAt this Philly-area OB/GYN office, a doctor leans on the Eagles spirit to put his patients at easeGynecologist Randolph Heinzel shows off his photography skills with his Eagles-themed medical exam room. Patients call it a personal touch. Emily BlochLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaAt this Philly-area OB/GYN office, a doctor leans on the Eagles spirit to put his patients at easeGynecologist Randolph Heinzel shows off his photography skills with his Eagles-themed medical exam room. Patients call it a personal touch. Emily BlochLink copied to clipboard
HealthPa. regulators will invoke consumer protection law if IBX and Highmark don’t have new Jefferson contracts by Dec. 31A 1975 law allows the Pa. Insurance Department to impose a "cooling-off" period if Blue Cross plans and hospitals can't reach a new agreement.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthPa. regulators will invoke consumer protection law if IBX and Highmark don’t have new Jefferson contracts by Dec. 31A 1975 law allows the Pa. Insurance Department to impose a "cooling-off" period if Blue Cross plans and hospitals can't reach a new agreement.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthPhilly jails dropped a monthly addiction shot to save money. Now 1 in 3 inmates is misusing the cheaper pill.The treatment, a once-a-month shot called Brixadi, had significantly reduced the number of people misusing the daily oral version of the same drug. But it cost more than 50 times as much as the pill. Aubrey Whelan, Samantha Melamed, and Jillian KramerLink copied to clipboard
HealthPhilly jails dropped a monthly addiction shot to save money. Now 1 in 3 inmates is misusing the cheaper pill.The treatment, a once-a-month shot called Brixadi, had significantly reduced the number of people misusing the daily oral version of the same drug. But it cost more than 50 times as much as the pill. Aubrey Whelan, Samantha Melamed, and Jillian KramerLink copied to clipboard
HealthA few miles from the U.S. Capitol, dozens slept in cars awaiting free careIf you’ve heard about how people are struggling with affording healthcare but haven’t been touched by it or seen it, then this pop-up clinic just outside Washington, D.C., put the problem on display. Phil Galewitz, KFF Health NewsLink copied to clipboard
HealthA few miles from the U.S. Capitol, dozens slept in cars awaiting free careIf you’ve heard about how people are struggling with affording healthcare but haven’t been touched by it or seen it, then this pop-up clinic just outside Washington, D.C., put the problem on display. Phil Galewitz, KFF Health NewsLink copied to clipboard
HealthPennsylvania health officials confirm a sixth measles-related deathPennsylvania health officials are still investigating a seventh death reported by Franklin County’s coroner last month.Aubrey Whelan and Sarah GantzLink copied to clipboard
HealthPennsylvania health officials confirm a sixth measles-related deathPennsylvania health officials are still investigating a seventh death reported by Franklin County’s coroner last month.Aubrey Whelan and Sarah GantzLink copied to clipboard
Health-care IndustryCVS to split off pharmacy business, ending the healthcare conglomerate eraCVS Health has been under mounting scrutiny from lawmakers, regulators and others who say the company — along with its peers, UnitedHealth Group and Cigna — has grown too dominant. Rebecca Robbins, New York TimesLink copied to clipboard
Health-care IndustryCVS to split off pharmacy business, ending the healthcare conglomerate eraCVS Health has been under mounting scrutiny from lawmakers, regulators and others who say the company — along with its peers, UnitedHealth Group and Cigna — has grown too dominant. Rebecca Robbins, New York TimesLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaHere’s what’s happening to all the animals that lived at the Academy of Natural SciencesMore than 30 vertebrate animals and at least six bug colonies moved to new homes last month. “I think that they’ve all ended up where they needed to be,” said a former staffer.Dana MunroLink copied to clipboard
PhiladelphiaHere’s what’s happening to all the animals that lived at the Academy of Natural SciencesMore than 30 vertebrate animals and at least six bug colonies moved to new homes last month. “I think that they’ve all ended up where they needed to be,” said a former staffer.Dana MunroLink copied to clipboard
Nation & WorldChild dies from measles in New York State’s first fatal case in 30 yearsA child in New York’s North Country died after contracting measles, the first death in the state from the viral disease in 30 years, health officials announced Monday. Joseph Goldstein, New York TimesLink copied to clipboard
Nation & WorldChild dies from measles in New York State’s first fatal case in 30 yearsA child in New York’s North Country died after contracting measles, the first death in the state from the viral disease in 30 years, health officials announced Monday. Joseph Goldstein, New York TimesLink copied to clipboard
HealthJefferson Health will leave Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey’s network on March 1 without a new contractIn addition to Horizon, New Jersey's largest insurer, Jefferson is in high-stakes contract talks with at least two other major insurers, Highmark and Independence Blue Cross. Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthJefferson Health will leave Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey’s network on March 1 without a new contractIn addition to Horizon, New Jersey's largest insurer, Jefferson is in high-stakes contract talks with at least two other major insurers, Highmark and Independence Blue Cross. Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthClocks fell back Sunday in Philly. Standard time won’t ever last any longer.The shift from daylight saving time to standard time in the fall isn't wholly popular, but health experts say it prevents “circadian misalignment."Anthony R. WoodLink copied to clipboard
HealthClocks fell back Sunday in Philly. Standard time won’t ever last any longer.The shift from daylight saving time to standard time in the fall isn't wholly popular, but health experts say it prevents “circadian misalignment."Anthony R. WoodLink copied to clipboard
HealthPennsylvania measles outbreak appears to be slowing, but experts urge cautionThe Pennsylvania outbreak is the nation's largest in decades, with more than 1,400 cases. Sarah Gantz and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthPennsylvania measles outbreak appears to be slowing, but experts urge cautionThe Pennsylvania outbreak is the nation's largest in decades, with more than 1,400 cases. Sarah Gantz and Aubrey WhelanLink copied to clipboard
HealthRedeemer Health filed for bankruptcy protectionThe Montgomery County health system has reported operating losses every year since 2017.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthRedeemer Health filed for bankruptcy protectionThe Montgomery County health system has reported operating losses every year since 2017.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
OpinionYou are working two jobs. One of them is invisible.The workforce our region depends on for its own care is the same workforce quietly absorbing the caregiving crisis at home.Kiplee Bell, For The InquirerLink copied to clipboard
OpinionYou are working two jobs. One of them is invisible.The workforce our region depends on for its own care is the same workforce quietly absorbing the caregiving crisis at home.Kiplee Bell, For The InquirerLink copied to clipboard
HealthInquirer goes to court over sealed measles death records in Franklin County, Pa.Franklin County' coroner reported a measles-related death earlier this month. Sarah GantzLink copied to clipboard
HealthInquirer goes to court over sealed measles death records in Franklin County, Pa.Franklin County' coroner reported a measles-related death earlier this month. Sarah GantzLink copied to clipboard
HealthWhy Main Line Health stopped taking cash and checksTaking cash is costly, and the transition to cashless payments happened without a hitch on Oct. 4, a Main Line official said.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
HealthWhy Main Line Health stopped taking cash and checksTaking cash is costly, and the transition to cashless payments happened without a hitch on Oct. 4, a Main Line official said.Harold BrubakerLink copied to clipboard
LifeIn measles outbreak, state turns its attention to hard-hit Mifflin County Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Debra Bogen recently held a roundtable in Mifflin County to discuss the measles outbreak and challenges facing healthcare leaders there.Dugan ArnettLink copied to clipboard
LifeIn measles outbreak, state turns its attention to hard-hit Mifflin County Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Debra Bogen recently held a roundtable in Mifflin County to discuss the measles outbreak and challenges facing healthcare leaders there.Dugan ArnettLink copied to clipboard
HealthPenn’s new $35 million brain cancer center will develop treatments for deadly cancersA new $35 million research center at Penn will develop novel approaches to treat brain cancers. “There can be no quit in this game," said neurosurgeon Nduka Amankulor, who will direct the center.Kayla YupLink copied to clipboard
HealthPenn’s new $35 million brain cancer center will develop treatments for deadly cancersA new $35 million research center at Penn will develop novel approaches to treat brain cancers. “There can be no quit in this game," said neurosurgeon Nduka Amankulor, who will direct the center.Kayla YupLink copied to clipboard
HealthACA premiums are going up again. See what it means for you.Premiums on federal and state-run marketplaces will typically jump by around 15 percent next year, according to a Washington Post analysis of finalized and proposed rate increases. Caitlin Gilbert, Naema Ahmed, and Miriam Waldvogel, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
HealthACA premiums are going up again. See what it means for you.Premiums on federal and state-run marketplaces will typically jump by around 15 percent next year, according to a Washington Post analysis of finalized and proposed rate increases. Caitlin Gilbert, Naema Ahmed, and Miriam Waldvogel, Washington PostLink copied to clipboard
SixersLeBron James receives warm reception in return to Cleveland: ‘It’s kind of a special night’James, who began his historic career with his hometown Cavaliers and won the 2016 NBA title in his return to the franchise, struggled in his first game back since joining the Sixers over the summer.Gina MizellLink copied to clipboard
SixersLeBron James receives warm reception in return to Cleveland: ‘It’s kind of a special night’James, who began his historic career with his hometown Cavaliers and won the 2016 NBA title in his return to the franchise, struggled in his first game back since joining the Sixers over the summer.Gina MizellLink copied to clipboard
OpinionHow Democrats can curb Trump’s destructive foreign policy even before 2027U.S. Sen. Chris Coons, next chair of key committees on foreign policy and defense, sees a path despite the president’s veto power.Trudy Rubin | ColumnistLink copied to clipboard
OpinionHow Democrats can curb Trump’s destructive foreign policy even before 2027U.S. Sen. Chris Coons, next chair of key committees on foreign policy and defense, sees a path despite the president’s veto power.Trudy Rubin | ColumnistLink copied to clipboard
PennsylvaniaLower Merion’s firefighters are asking for more funding as volunteer support dwindles and costs riseFire department officials say the additional funds will be used to hire a fourth full-time firefighter at each of Lower Merion’s six fire stations and bolster the department’s strained finances. Denali SagnerLink copied to clipboard
PennsylvaniaLower Merion’s firefighters are asking for more funding as volunteer support dwindles and costs riseFire department officials say the additional funds will be used to hire a fourth full-time firefighter at each of Lower Merion’s six fire stations and bolster the department’s strained finances. Denali SagnerLink copied to clipboard
Commercial420-unit apartment proposal on Lancaster Avenue hits roadblock at the zoning boardIf the zoning board's ruling is final, the developer plans a version of the proposal with no parking at all. Jake BlumgartLink copied to clipboard
Commercial420-unit apartment proposal on Lancaster Avenue hits roadblock at the zoning boardIf the zoning board's ruling is final, the developer plans a version of the proposal with no parking at all. Jake BlumgartLink copied to clipboard
LifeWhat’s Irish for jawn? A worldwide investigation. Philly isn't the only place with a word that can mean almost anything. From Ireland to Hawaii, linguists explain the world's versions of jawn.Abigail CovingtonLink copied to clipboard
LifeWhat’s Irish for jawn? A worldwide investigation. Philly isn't the only place with a word that can mean almost anything. From Ireland to Hawaii, linguists explain the world's versions of jawn.Abigail CovingtonLink copied to clipboard
FoodThe best thing Jenn Ladd ate this week: A small-plate feast at Mount Airy’s date night destinationDoho’s modern aesthetics stand out in this part of town as much as its globe-hopping menu, which features fish sauce caramel-glazed lamb ribs, sweet potato tostones, and masa gnocchi. Jenn LaddLink copied to clipboard
FoodThe best thing Jenn Ladd ate this week: A small-plate feast at Mount Airy’s date night destinationDoho’s modern aesthetics stand out in this part of town as much as its globe-hopping menu, which features fish sauce caramel-glazed lamb ribs, sweet potato tostones, and masa gnocchi. Jenn LaddLink copied to clipboard