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Lawmakers on Monday introduced a bill that could penalize health care workers if they make false health claims. The bill, which passed the Assembly’s Health Committee on a party-line 5-3 vote, with Rep. Margie Donlon (D-Monmouth) abstaining, would allow boards that oversee the health care profession to bring misconduct charges against doctors and others who make false health claims to patients. The bill is intended to combat misinformation that has increased in the medical field in the wake of the pandemic, said bill sponsor Rep. Herb Conaway, D-Burlington. “Unfortunately, judging by their public comments on vaccines and other issues, there…

Retailers respond to changing customer shopping habits by running holiday sales earlier and for longer across their unmatched assortment. BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart announced plans to kick off the holiday shopping season earlier than ever before and help customers have a memorable holiday season with consistent low prices and a convenient experience no matter when, where or how they shop throughout the season. This year, nearly 50% of consumers expect to start their holiday shopping as early as August or September1, as people remain price-sensitive and plan ahead to make the most of their holiday budgets. To accommodate where and…

Industrial civilization is on the brink of crossing Earth’s seventh limit, and may have already done so, according to scientists who have compiled a new report on the state of the world’s life-support systems.”Ocean acidification is approaching critical thresholds, especially at high latitudes,” the latest Planetary Limits report states. “Increasing acidification poses a growing threat to marine ecosystems.”The report, by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK), builds on years of research showing that there are nine systems and processes – planetary limits – that contribute to the stability of the Earth’s life-support functions.Six regions have already crossed thresholds…

ljubaphoto / Getty ImagesCurrent health habits are one of the most overlooked ways to boost your retirement savings.Check it out: Average Retirement Age in 2024 – U.S. vs. CanadaRead next: 9 easy ways to build wealth that lasts into retirementAccording to KFF, an estimated 14 million Americans have more than $1,000 in medical debt that could eat into retirement savings. Medical costs tend to rise as we get older.”From medical procedures attempting to reverse past damage to frequent doctor’s visits because lifestyle choices have caught up with our bodies, medical costs are eating away at savings and time,” said Jesse…

Under a new law signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom on Sunday banning plastic shopping bags altogether, grocery store cashiers in California will no longer have a “paper or plastic” choice. California already bans thin plastic shopping bags at supermarkets and other stores, but shoppers could buy bags made of thicker plastic that is supposed to be reusable and recyclable. The new bill, approved by the state Assembly last month, will completely ban plastic shopping bags starting in 2026. Consumers who don’t bring their own bags will now only be asked if they need a paper bag. State Sen. Katherine…

Would you rather have an extra $1 million in your retirement account or add five more healthy years to your life? If you’re finding it hard to choose, you’re not alone. A new report titled “Everyday Wealth in America” ​​found that when it comes to the choice between health and money, people are essentially split 50-50. The annual report was produced by Edelman Financial Engines (EFE) and is based on a survey of 3,000 Americans over the age of 30 who were asked to choose between $1 million and five years of good health. However, when presented with the choice…

SHEIN will host its seasonal livestream sale on Sunday, September 22nd.The China-founded, Singapore-based global online fast fashion leader will launch “Shein Live: Front Row,” a 90-minute livestream hosted by influencers Rene Ariel and Julissa Bermudez, on Sunday, September 22 at 12pm PST. The livestream will be broadcast on Shein’s Facebook, X, YouTube and Instagram accounts, as well as the Shein app.The livestream will feature six actual SHEIN customers modeling on the runway for the first time across five collections: Winter Edge, Effortlessly Casual, Keep Cool, Cozy Chic and Modern Elegance. Customers can share their outfits purchased during the event on…

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain “Litigant shopping,” or choosing plaintiffs with certain demographic attributes, can be used to shape public opinion of the U.S. Supreme Court, but it could backfire, according to a new study. “We Do Better to Examine Litigant Characteristics and Supreme Court Support,” published in the Journal of Politics. Litigation party shopping is a well-established practice in which lawyers and political interests identify potential plaintiffs they believe would be suitable to serve as the “face” of a case. “For example, in cases challenging gun control — an issue closely associated with conservative white men — lawyers named black…

Milliman MedInsight delivers a sophisticated, AI-enabled health cloud designed to drive efficiencies and outcomes using best-in-class analytics and methodologies.SEATTLE , Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Milliman MedInsights, a leading provider of healthcare data and analytics, today announced a next-generation data lake and data warehouse architecture that enables healthcare organizations to get the most out of their data and quickly address increasingly complex healthcare challenges. The new Milliman MedInsights Health Cloud enables health plans, accountable care organizations (ACOs), providers and health systems to identify opportunities to improve cost efficiencies and clinical outcomes in ways never before possible. The Milliman MedInsight Health…

Our son, Finley, is still in nursery and we have been enjoying some back to school shopping. Although he won’t be starting a new school year, he will be starting in a new room at nursery. Why not bring him some new clothes to kick off a new year in his program? Finley loves shopping. Picking out shoes used to be a struggle, but now he enjoys it. He’s picky about shirts and is confident in telling us what he wants. It’s fun to see him get excited about new clothes. But some elements of this endeavor frustrate me and…