Welcome, here are Medical News Todayâs headlines for August 21, 2020. |
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Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, bringing you the most recent headlines and updated stories from our team of expert writers. Stay informed with the latest developments in the current COVID-19 pandemic and our dedicated COVID-19 daily newsletter. |
| Allergy |
| Does Medicare cover allergy testing? Original Medicare Part B (medical insurance) and Medicare Plan D (prescription drugs) both offer coverage for allergy testing and related services. Read more. |
| Blood / Hematology |
| What is nephrotic syndrome? Nephrotic syndrome refers to a group of symptoms that indicate that the kidney is damaged. Learn more about the other symptoms, the causes, and more. |
| Dermatology |
| 8 sunscreens for sensitive skin Sunscreen protects the skin from harmful UV rays. However, some sunscreen formulas are unsuitable for sensitive skin and may clog pores, causing breakouts. |
| Diabetes |
| Tool to help manage COVID-19 patients with diabetes The new tool puts diabetes patients into different risk categories based on their blood sugar levels, obesity levels, and other inflammatory markers. |
| Health Insurance / Medical Insurance |
| What's the difference between Medicare Plan F and Medicare Plan G? Medigap plans F and G are supplemental health insurance plans offered by private insurance companies. Both plans have similar coverage, with slight differences. |
| Understanding a Medicare denial letter There are many reasons Medicare may deny coverage. Understanding a Medicare denial letter is important. Read on for more. |
| Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP |
| Understanding the Medicare Qualified Disabled and Working Individuals (QDWI) plan Medicare Savings Programs help with costs associated with original Medicare. QDWI is one of the four savings programs. Read more here. |
| Mental Health |
| Does Medicare cover prescribed Suboxone? Medicare provides a broad range of cover for substance use disorders. Suboxone may be covered under Medicare Part D. Read on for more. |
| Public Health |
| Dry heat can effectively sanitize N95 masks Dry heat from an electric cooker can effectively decontaminate N95 respirators, which are key pieces of personal protective equipment against COVID-19. |
| West Nile virus in the US: A case study on climate change and health MNT looks at the way in which climate change contributes to health crises through the lens of a case study: the spread of the West Nile virus in the U.S. |
| Will the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter change science and society? In an opinion piece, Winston Morgan, Ph.D., discusses why societal change to counter racism requires more than a shift in sentiment. |
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