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Trump administration draft regulation reportedly could raise rates for older adults, shorten open enrollment for 2018

Findings show 2008 federal 'parity' law is having desired effect, researchers say

Tobacco-related diseases caused 12 percent of deaths among smokers aged 30 to 69 in 2012, study finds

Bill would allow states to stick with the controversial health reform law -- or not

But greater numbers need to be in treatment for these conditions, researcher says

Nonpartisan report analyzes probable effects of a 2015 Congressional bill

For example, anesthesiologists charge nearly 6 times the Medicare rate, study finds

Researchers estimate a 10 percent cut in salt could save millions worldwide from heart disease

Studies suggest significant out-of-pocket costs may harm low-income and chronically ill patients

Higher prices, taxes would deter smoking and generate income, WHO and others say

Waiving costs appears to improve mammography rates, but not colonoscopy, even among the poor

Patients whose disease has spread to bone can cut side effects tied to zoledronic acid, researchers report

Single medical center study found half of those getting intensive care didn't need it

Top 5 diseases, conditions accounted for $437 billion in 2013

Preventive services in childhood create healthier adults, researcher says