One small box, one big step: What’s behind that Cologuard® test

If a blue-and-white box has arrived at your door, you’re not alone. Millions of adults across the U.S. now receive a use-at-home colorectal cancer screening test through their health insurance or ...
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Try this when your doctor says 'yes' to a preventive test but insurance says 'no'

“My son was diagnosed with congenital CMV, a virus that can cause hearing loss. As part of this diagnosis, he will be required to have routine hearing tests every few months until he is 10 years old.
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Surprise COVID test bills from Rume Health? Here’s why they’re showing up—and what to do

KCRA THREE NEWS. YEAH, WE HOPE THEY ALL GET BETTER TOO. CECIL. THANK YOU FOR THAT. IT’S BEEN A FEW YEARS SINCE THE DAYS OF DRIVE THROUGH COVID MASS TESTING SITES, BUT SOME VIEWERS ARE JUST NOW GETTING ...

Using saliva to detect disease holds promise, but it's not perfected yet

Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of ...
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Try this when your doctor says ‘yes’ to a preventative test but insurance says ‘no’

Health Care Helpline helps you navigate the hurdles between you and good health care. KFF Health News reporter Jackie Fortiér spoke with NPR’s Ari Shapiro about a Minnesota family facing big bills for ...
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Try this when your doctor says 'yes' to a preventive test but insurance says 'no'

Health insurance wouldn't cover one child's hearing tests. Reporters with Health Care Helpline investigated and share this advice for what to do... Try this when your doctor says 'yes' to a preventive ...