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More than 26% of Nevada adults report doing no physical activity or exercise other than their regular jobs in the past 30 days but with National Walking Day this Wednesday, the American Heart Association wants to get people moving. Christopher Calloway, marketing and communications director in Nevada and Southern Arizona for the association, said adults should get about 30 minutes of activity per day, five days a week. He acknowledged while 150 minutes can sound daunting, short activity session...

A recent report examined how some rural Tennessee hospitals have managed to stay afloat despite financial challenges. The report includes interviews from staff at five different rural hospitals, which range in size from 25 to 125 beds. Judy Roitman, executive director of the Tennessee Health Care Campaign, said some of the hospitals are drowning in uncompensated care. ...

Medicare and Medicaid are key sources of health coverage for many Americans and some people qualify for assistance under both programs. With lagging enrollment for the unique plans, outreach efforts are underway. According to KFF Health News, only about three in 10 people who qualify for Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans were enrolled in 2021. ...

Advocates say needed health care is being improperly denied to seniors – not by doctors or nurses, but by artificial intelligence.

Mike and Lynn Madden will teach a three-part series at St. Mary, Star of the Sea, to help retirees protect themselves in unexpected situations.

Learn about the history of bicycles at the Carnegie Library Museum or wrap up the Winter Reading Program at the Perry Public Library. Learn more about the February programs:

Looking for something to do? Check out the list of activities at the Perry Public Library and Carnegie Library Museum in December.

Supervisors approve contract allowing Monroe residents to enjoy programming at new venue

Below is Alston & Bird’s Health Care Week in Review, which provides a synopsis of the latest news in health care regulations, notices, and guidance; federal legislation and...

Emerging technology presents an opportunity to right past wrongs, Senator says during hearing