Bay Area Paychecks Squeezed As Health Costs Devour Family Budgets In 19 States
A Commonwealth Fund breakdown of federal data shows premiums plus deductibles took up about 10% of median family income in 2024, with wide state gaps that could squeeze middle‑class households. The burden is highest in some Southern states and lowest in D.C.
Pregnant Immigrants Vanish From Boston Exam Rooms as Fear Takes Hold
Clinicians across Greater Boston say immigrant pregnant patients are missing prenatal and postpartum visits amid enforcement fears and federal policy shifts. Health centers warn missed care could mean worse outcomes for mothers and babies.
Duke and UNC Face Off in High-Stakes Proton Therapy Showdown
Duke Health and UNC Health are investing in proton beam centers for the Triangle, promising precise cancer care while sparking cost and regulatory debates. Local timelines and site plans will determine when the treatment comes home.
Tennessee Moms Are Dying From Mental Health Crises and Drugs, State Report Warns
A new state review finds mental‑health conditions — largely tied to substance use — are now the leading cause of pregnancy‑related deaths in Tennessee while officials map recommendations to prevent more deaths.












