Fertility Clinic Says Failure May Have Damaged Thousands Of Eggs And Embryos
The problem hit a San Francisco clinic on March 4 — the same day that a similar cryogenic tank failure was reported in Cleveland.
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The Mysterious Case Of 'Vanishing Bone' And Hip Replacements Gone Wrong
Hip replacements in hundreds of thousands of people began to fail after what seemed like successful surgery. In some cases, people's bones became so weak, just walking could make them snap. Why?
Angola Prison Lawsuit Poses Question: What Kind Of Medical Care Do Inmates Deserve?
Prisoners have a constitutional right to health care, but inmates at Angola prison in Louisiana are suing for medical shortfalls that have allegedly caused "needless pain and suffering."
Medical Cargo Could Be The Gateway For Routine Drone Deliveries
Proposals for drones to carry blood, trauma supplies and lab samples are awaiting approval by the Federal Aviation Administration. If the ideas get a green light, they could usher in a new drone age.
No Go For Idaho: State Will Have To Rethink Its 'Freedom' Health Policies
The Trump administration has advised Idaho that its plan to allow insurance policies that fall short of Obamacare standards could result in penalties for insurers. But another strategy might yet fly.
Pain Specialist Doctor Discusses Different Ways To Treat Chronic Pain
In light of a new study that finds non-opioid painkillers are just as effective as opioids in treating certain types of chronic pain, Dr. Ajay Wasan, professor and vice chair for pain medicine at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, answers questions from listeners about opioids and chronic pain.
Workers' Comp Benefits For Florida First Responders To Include PTSD, Governor Says
In the wake of the Parkland shooting, Florida plans to expand paid time off benefits to first responders suffering from PTSD. Those diagnosed before Parkland are not included.
Health Insurer Cigna To Pay $67 Billion For Express Scripts
The proposed merger is the latest in a string of big health care business combinations, as companies within the industry look for leverage and savings.
Tattoo You: Immune System Cells Help Keep Ink In Its Place
When you get a tattoo, your body mounts a battle against the ink. So how do ankle flowers and bicep hearts stick around so long? Researchers took a look at specialized cells that gobble up the ink.
A Health Plan 'Down Payment' Is One Way States Try Retooling Individual Mandate
As states brace for insurance market instability, some — like Maryland — take aggressive action.