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The State Of HCBS In 2026: Policy Upheaval, Staffing Shortages Squeeze Providers

The State Of HCBS In 2026: Policy Upheaval, Staffing Shortages Squeeze Providers

Medicaid policy shifts, funding cuts and a limited caregiver workforce are putting pressure on home- and community-based service providers.
[Updated] CMS Finalizes 2027 Home Health Medicare Payment Rule With 2.4% Rate Increase

[Updated] CMS Finalizes 2027 Home Health Medicare Payment Rule With 2.4% Rate Increase

CMS estimates a 2.4% increase in aggregate home health payments for 2027, alongside a temporary rate adjustment and tougher enrollment rules.
Home Health Agencies Face 13% More Paperwork For $60 Less Per Visit Under Medicare Advantage

Home Health Agencies Face 13% More Paperwork For $60 Less Per Visit Under Medicare Advantage

Homecare Homebase data presented at a national meeting show lower Medicare Advantage revenue per visit and greater weekly office workflow for agencies.
Cancer Vaccines Show Promise. But We Have More Work To Do.

Cancer Vaccines Show Promise. But We Have More Work To Do.

A phase III melanoma trial found fewer recurrences with an individualized mRNA vaccine plus pembrolizumab, but survival and broader benefits remain unproven.
The Generational Cycle I’m Breaking Without Losing My Fire

The Generational Cycle I’m Breaking Without Losing My Fire

A Tiny Buddha essay revisits how Shona learned to interrupt inherited anger patterns while keeping her voice and setting firm boundaries.
FDA Advises Consumers Not To Buy Or Serve Once Upon A Farm Tractor Wheels Organic Toddler Soft-Baked Bars

FDA Advises Consumers Not To Buy Or Serve Once Upon A Farm Tractor Wheels Organic Toddler Soft-Baked Bars

The FDA says reports describe toddlers with airway obstruction after eating Tractor Wheels bars and advises consumers not to buy or serve them.
12 Best Herbal Bath Salts for Relaxing Soaks in 2027

12 Best Herbal Bath Salts for Relaxing Soaks in 2027

Compare 12 herbal bath salts by scent, format, and versatility to find the right soak for relaxation, gifting, or a simple bathing routine.
Can Australia's Social Welfare System Handle Future Aged Care Needs?

Can Australia’s Social Welfare System Handle Future Aged Care Needs?

A study of more than 920,000 aged care applicants found welfare payments made up most income, raising questions about future financial security.
Pediatric Palliative Care Addresses The Unique Needs Of Seriously Ill Children And Their Families

Pediatric Palliative Care Addresses The Unique Needs Of Seriously Ill Children And Their Families

Pediatric palliative care supports children with serious illness and their families, but access remains uneven in the U.S. and worldwide.
The GLP-1 Wave Reaches Nursing Homes, Raising Questions About Cost And Care

The GLP-1 Wave Reaches Nursing Homes, Raising Questions About Cost And Care

Nursing homes report rising GLP-1 use, but coverage gaps, medication costs and risks for frail residents complicate care.