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A new University of Pennsylvania study reveals telemedicine appointments cost five times less than in-person visits for common conditions, with patients needing fewer follow-ups. This isn't just about convenience anymore—it's about making healthcare more affordable and accessible for everyone.
Nearly 4,000 Volkswagen workers in Tennessee just voted 96% to approve their first union contract, marking a historic breakthrough for labor organizing in the American South. The four-year deal brings significant wage increases, lower healthcare costs, and stronger job protections to a region where unions have struggled for decades.
A new government website is helping Americans access discounted prescription drugs directly from manufacturers, including popular weight-loss and fertility medications. The initiative aims to ease the financial burden of healthcare costs affecting millions of families.
A gradual phase-out of toxic PFAS chemicals by 2040 could eliminate billions in annual healthcare costs while protecting water and food across Europe. New EU limits are already in force, and alternatives exist for many everyday uses.
Medicare just negotiated lower prices on 15 essential medications including cancer treatments and arthritis drugs, potentially saving patients and taxpayers billions. The new prices take effect in 2028, building on previous negotiations that would have saved $8.5 billion in 2024 alone.