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Inside the fight between doctors and insurance companies over 'downcoding'

Doctors say that insurers are automatically downgrading their claims and paying less. Insurers say it's their duty to prevent overbilling.
Dr. Terry Wagner at Hudson Family Practice on Sept. 24, 2025 in Hudson, Ohio.
Dr. Terry Wagner at Hudson Family Practice on Sept. 24, 2025 in Hudson, Ohio.

After a summer respite, bird flu is back

In poultry, cases are spiking earlier than expected, so some officials are bracing for a challenging fall.
Poultry Farm Operations As Egg Prices Soar
Poultry Farm Operations As Egg Prices Soar

'I ain't dead yet!' Dolly Parton speaks out after sister asks for prayers over her health

"I ain't dead yet!" Parton posted on Instagram. Her sister Freida said she didn't mean to scare anyone with her initial message.
Dolly Parton Presents: Doggy Parton's Pet Gala
Dolly Parton Presents: Doggy Parton's Pet Gala

California becomes the first state to phase ultraprocessed food out of school meals

The law, which Gov. Gavin Newsom signed on Wednesday, sets a 10-year deadline for the change to take place.
School lunch on an outdoor table in the sun.
School lunch on an outdoor table in the sun.

Do young people need Covid boosters? Research shows more protection for ages 65 and older

Overall effectiveness of the Covid vaccines for all adults is similar to that of the annual flu shot, according to a large study of veterans.
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Blue gloved hands place a bandaid on someone's arm
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What to know about the listeria outbreak tied to precooked pasta

The outbreak has been linked to pasta from food supplier Nate's Fine Foods.
Side by side of Home Chef Chicken Fettucine Alfredo  and Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo
Side by side of Home Chef Chicken Fettucine Alfredo  and Marketside Grilled Chicken Alfredo

How a good night's sleep makes a world of difference for your mental health

Researchers have identified five distinct sleep patterns that affect brain activity, from deep sleepers to people struggling with insomnia.
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Bed with white bed linen. Empty bed. Bedroom.

How people are getting Covid shots despite eligibility limits

Recent changes by the CDC have created hurdles for parents who want their infants or toddlers vaccinated.
A child receives a COVID-19 vaccination in Culver City, Calif., on Sept. 23, 2025.
A child receives a COVID-19 vaccination in Culver City, Calif., on Sept. 23, 2025.
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HelloFresh subscription meals may contain listeria-tainted spinach, USDA warns

The products include 10.1-ounce containers of the company's ready-made Cheesy Pulled Pork Pepper Pasta and 10-ounce containers of ready-made Unstuffed Peppers with Ground Turkey.
Fresh spinach leaves close up.
Fresh spinach leaves close up.

'Exercise snacks,' or short bursts of activity, shown to improve fitness and strength

For people who don’t already exercise, short bursts of deliberate activity significantly improved cardiorespiratory fitness.
People run and shadows reflect.
People run and shadows reflect.

Your health insurance through work could face higher premiums next year

Surveys estimate health plan costs will climb 9% next year, which may show up in premiums or through higher deductibles and copays.
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Empty hospital bed in a room

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