To deal with a doctor shortage, this B.C. city has decided to start paying them directly

To deal with a doctor shortage, this B.C. city has decided to start paying them directly Colwood mayor says communities across the country reaching out to hear about model, set to launch in February

Faith-based cost-sharing seemed like an alternative to health insurance, until the childbirth bills arrived

ARDEN, N.C. — Rachel Kaplan was uninsured when she became pregnant last year. So her doctor suggested an alternative: a nonprofit called Sedera, which bills itself as a medical cost-sharing service. Sedera members pay monthly fees that get pooled together, and the organization can use the collected funds to reimburse members for medical bills. The model is somewhat akin to health insurance, but Sedera isn’t subject to the same regulations.

New skincare trend has people rubbing beef fat on their faces: Dermatologists react

Rubbing beef fat on your face is one of the newest skincare fads. Beef tallow is currently trending on social media as an alternative to traditional skincare products.

Vitamin D not recommended for preventing fractures in older individuals, panel finds

Dr. Nicole Saphier still recommends multivitamins despite new study Fox News medical contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier joins ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to discuss the new study finding multivitamins do not decrease people’s risk of death.

Woman receives pig kidney transplant, walks out of hospital days later: ‘Second chance'

NYU Langone performs a new procedure for kidney replacement using pig organ Fox News senior medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joins ‘America Reports’ to explain the latest medical development in organ transplants.

Bans on transgender care for minors may complicate eating disorder treatment

Restrictions on gender-affirming care proposed by Republicans in Congress and President-elect Donald Trump could be devastating for transgender youths, doctors say, especially for teens with eating disorders. Gender-affirming care — which includes mental health counseling and sometimes puberty-suppressing medication and hormone therapy — is a critical part of care for trans teens with eating disorders, said Jessie Menzel, a psychologist and vice president of development at Equip Health, which provides virtual mental health care for people with eating disorders.

B.C. civil rights group that fought for MAID now wants it reviewed

The British Columbia Civil Liberties Association is calling on the provincial and federal governments to review medically-assisted dying legislation to ensure proper safeguards are in place. The association's executive director, Liza Hughes, says in a statement that it's aware of "concerning reports" of people being offered MAID in circumstances that may not legally qualify or are a result of intolerable social circumstances.

These Are The "Most Legendary Dessert Places" In India, As Per Taste Atlas

Highlights The Taste Atlas Awards 2024-25 included several accolades for Indian food and Indian restaurants. The country's offerings won top spots on lists of best dishes by category, best food regions, best food cities and many others. As part of its year-end rankings, the food and travel guide shone a spotlight on iconic food-related establishments around the globe. One of the lists provides details about the best places in the world for desserts, according to Taste Atlas's rankings. We have compiled a list of the Indian spots that were featured on it. Take a look at them below (overall rank is indicated in brackets):

10 tips for dementia caregivers to make the holidays less stressful and more enjoyable

The holiday season can be a stressful time for everyone — but particularly for those living with dementia, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. Statistics show that an estimated 6.7 million people over 65 in the U.S. have Alzheimer's disease, the most common type of dementia.

Patients with high need should get own GP, says government

Patients with high need should get own GP, says government Patients most "in need" should be able to see the same doctor at every appointment in their local GP surgery, the government says.

AHS issues public alert after measles case confirmed in Calgary

Alberta Health Services (AHS) has issued a warning to Calgarians that a person with lab-confirmed measles was in public settings in the city while contagious. Residents who were in the same locations as the infected individual between Dec. 11 and Dec. 17 may have been exposed, AHS says.

From Mathura's Streets To Your Kitchen: How To Make Dubki Wale Aloo At Home

If you know anything about Uttar Pradesh's iconic food scene, you would agree it is a treasure trove of flavours. From hearty vegetarian dishes like Baati Chokha, chaat and tehri to indulgent non-veg staples like kebabs and biryanis, every bite tells a story. Among these gems, dubki wale aloo shines bright. This simple yet flavour-packed curry hails from the streets of Mathura. The best part? You don't need to book a ticket to enjoy its flavours. It's super easy to make at home.  Also Read:This Delicious Kerala-Style Aloo Curry Will Amp Up Your Table In Just 30 Minutes

AI is trained to spot warning signs in blood tests

AI is trained to spot warning signs in blood tests This is the third feature in a six-part series that is looking at how AI is changing medical research and treatments.

Bird flu leads to severe human illness and state of emergency; experts discuss risk

Bird flu update from Dr. Marc Siegel, Fox News senior medical analyst With more human cases of H5N1 being identified, Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel offers thoughts on mutating strains, stockpiled vaccines and why people shouldn't panic.

Breaking down the escalating U.S. bird flu situation

California officials have declared a state of emergency over the spread of bird flu, where infections in dairy cows are increasing and causing sporadic illnesses in people in the U.S. That raises new questions about the virus, which has spread for years in wild birds, commercial poultry and many mammal species.