Health & Wellness

TL/DR - A report has revealed significant disparities in health care outcomes for Native Americans in Washington state. Rates of diabetes-related deaths were four-fold higher in Native American populations compared to non-Hispanic whites. Additionally, mental health-related hospitalizations were three times higher among Native Americans.…

TL/DR - The Fraser Institute predicts that healthcare costs for the average Canadian family will rise to nearly $18,000 this year. A study has found that these increasing healthcare costs are growing faster than income rates. The conclusion of these findings suggests that Canadians are not getting a fair deal when it comes to healthcare.…

TL/DR - Baylor College of Medicine and the University of Houston have been awarded $44.2 million to establish a regional hub for translational research. The fund is intended to accelerate the transformation of research findings into practical applications and solutions. The grant will foster collaboration between clinical and translational…

TL/DR - Health care reform was a major topic at the Democratic National Convention (DNC). High-profile advocates, including Sen. Bernie Sanders, argued against pharmaceutical companies, saying they're 'doing just fine' at the expense of the American people. Other health issues to watch for at the DNC include the ongoing battle for universal…