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A high-ranking federal official in late February warned that the United States needed to plan for not having enough personal protective equipment for medical workers as they began to battle the novel coronavirus

With pressure mounting from public health officials and political leaders nationwide, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday reversed course and ordered residents across the state to stay at home.

As physicians face shortages of masks and other PPE, the Joint Commission updated it policies to allow doctors to bring their own masks from home.

Hospitals and practices have recently added telemedicine services to keep patients concerned about the coronavirus from clogging their offices and emergency rooms.

Several states are allowing retired health care professionals to assist with COVID-19 response by waiving certain licensing regulations.

As the novel coronavirus snaked its way across the globe, the Centers for Disease Control…

For many older Americans, the key to being able to stay in their own homes is the dedication and commitment of family caregivers.

This bipartisan bill takes patients out of the middle, ensures that patients have access to health care services when and where they need them, and provides a level playing field between physicians and insurers.

EASTON, Pa. — Walk into a big-box retailer such as Walmart or Michaels and you’re…

Insurers will again be able to sell short-term health insurance good for up to 12…