Green Beret's cancer battle changes medical malpractice law for members of the military
Men and women who serve our country are suffering, and some have died due to serious errors in military health care. For years, they could not seek any compensation or remedy from our government. But the story of Richard Stayskal, and his efforts in Washington, drove change.
Arizona eye surgeon indicted in alleged billing scheme
An ophthalmologist and eye surgeon who runs clinics in metro Phoenix and the Prescott area has been arrested after he was indicted for running what is described as a years-long billing scheme.
FDA approves new drug to treat pancreatic cancer
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved an ovarian cancer drug for the maintenance and treatment of pancreatic cancer, according to AstraZeneca and Merck.
Obamacare sign-ups steady as debate persists over the future of the program
More than 8 million people have signed up for coverage next year under former President Barack Obama's health care law, the government said Friday, a sign of continued demand for the program amid persistent uncertainty over its future.
Clinton Portis self-surrenders in North Carolina in NFL health program fraud case, DOJ says
Former Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis has self-surrendered to authorities in North Carolina after being charged in an alleged scheme to defraud the National Football League’s health care program for retired players, according to officials.
These 5 deadly diseases have made an alarming comeback over the past decade
Some deadly diseases that seemed headed for eradication in recent decades have been making a scary comeback in the past 10 years.
Former Redskins Clinton Portis, Carlos Rogers among players charged with defrauding NFL health program
Former Washington Redskins Clinton Portis and Carlos Rogers are among 10 former NFL players who are facing federal charges in an alleged scheme to defraud the league’s health care program for retired players.
Valley CEO helps fund center where kids battling cancer can be kids once again
A valley businessman is using his gifts to give back to families experiencing children's cancer.
Drug can curb dementia’s delusions, researchers find
A drug that curbs delusions in Parkinson's patients did the same for people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in a study that was stopped early because the benefit seemed clear.
Federal judge bars Trump’s health insurance rule for immigrants
A U.S. judge has granted a preliminary injunction blocking a Trump administration rule that would require immigrants to show proof of health insurance to get a visa.
New migraine drug shows promise in clinical trial to treat patients with no other options
Ubrogepant, a new class of drug to treat acute migraine attacks, shows promise to treat patients who have previously lacked other options.
Indiana hospital: We failed to disinfect surgical tools
A northern Indiana hospital has alerted more than 1,000 surgery patients who may have been exposed to hepatitis, HIV and other infectious diseases due to a sterilization failure.
HR pro shares tips for picking the right health plan for 2020
Open Enrollment has begun. Over the next month, millions of Americans will choose their health insurance coverage for 2020. A human resources consultant says it's important to get started, compare your options, and pick the right plan for you.
Elizabeth Warren health care plan pledges no middle class tax increase
(AP) -- Elizabeth Warren promised Friday to spend more than $20 trillion over the next decade to provide government-funded health care to every American without raising middle class taxes -- finally offering ideas about how to implement the massive "Medicare for All" program without taking a larger bite out of most Americans' salaries.
Trial begins against body donation facility accused of fraud
A civil trial began Monday over the mishandling of human remains at a now-closed body donation facility in Phoenix.
Arizona suspends Medicaid work requirement
Arizona quietly suspended plans to require about 120,000 people to work, volunteer or go to school to receive Medicaid benefits, as courts have taken a dim view of similar mandates in other states.
‘A real-life nightmare’: Family sues medical center over death of mom after routine cyst removal procedure
The family of a New York woman who died after a routine cyst removal procedure is suing the medical center for $50 million.
Trial vaccine wipes out breast cancer in Florida patient
A promising new vaccine could one day be a flu shot against breast cancer.
Phoenix healthcare facility explains why they took back offer to take in Michigan teen on life support
It's a story that has garnered national attention, after a Valley-based facility took back an offer to take in a teen who has been declared brain dead. FOX 10's Matt Galka has more on the facility's rationale behind their decision to rescind the offer.
Michigan family left scrambling after Phoenix hospital takes back offer to take in teen on life support
Relief from a Michigan family suddenly turned into despair after a Phoenix-based hospital decides not to take in their teenage son, and now, time may be running out. FOX 10's Matt Galka reports.