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A calculator displaying the word prescription and a cost of 100 dollars, surrounded by scattered medication pills and US currency, illustrating the financial cost of healthcare.

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Cincinnati prescription drug costs rising in 2026: What residents should know

Residents are bracing for tighter household budgets as Cincinnati prescription drug costs experience notable increases this year. Finding practical ways to navigate rising prescription drug costs is essential for families managing their long-term health. Treating medical conditions is getting noticeably more expensive for Ohioans. Pharmaceutical manufacturers plan to raise list prices on at least 350…

ByNina OliverioMay 29, 20260Comments

Busy hospital corridor with medical professionals and a patient in a wheelchair, representing Cincinnati hospital capacity.

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Cincinnati hospital capacity faces severe strain amid surging demands

Rising patient admissions are putting intense pressure on Cincinnati hospital capacity across the region this year. Medicaid cuts threaten regional clinics, placing unprecedented strain on Cincinnati hospitals A new report reveals that recent Medicaid funding cuts are pushing Ohio’s healthcare system to the brink, threatening dozens of regional facilities and placing immense pressure on …

ByNina OliverioMay 20, 20260Comments

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2026 Healthcare Costs Could Become a Defining Issue for American Families

Why Healthcare Costs Could Decide the 2026 Midterm Elections The 2026 midterm elections could become a major test of healthcare affordability. Although inflation, immigration, military conflicts, and the broader economy remain central political issues, healthcare costs have emerged as a growing concern for voters across the political spectrum. Rising insurance premiums, uncertainty around Medicaid and…

ByBrett HarnettMay 12, 20260Comments

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Hantavirus Cruise Ship Outbreak Shows Cincinnati Risk

How a Remote Outbreak Became a Cincinnati Concern in 48 Hours An expedition ship left Argentina in April carrying a hantavirus outbreak nobody yet knew existed. This incident is now referred to by many as the Hantavirus cruise ship outbreak. Within days, American evacuees routed through U.S. hubs en route home. Some connected through major…

ByAdam KoehlerMay 11, 20260Comments

A female pharmacist handing a prescription to a patient at the new Over-the-Rhine health center pharmacy expansion in Cincinnati.

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Over-the-Rhine health center expands care, adds first neighborhood pharmacy

A major healthcare expansion is underway in one of Cincinnati’s most historically underserved neighborhoods. The new facility operated by Crossroad Health Center aims to address long-standing gaps in access to primary care, dental services, and prescription medications. The project reflects broader efforts to improve public health infrastructure in Over-the-Rhine, where residents have faced barriers to…

ByNina OliverioApril 29, 20260Comments

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Chronic Disease Costs Hit $4.9T. The System Isn’t Built to Stop It

The Numbers Are Obscene (And We've Stopped Noticing) Ninety cents of every health care dollar in America flows to people already sick. This isn't a policy failure or a temporary market distortion. It's the business model. Heart disease and stroke kill more than 843,000 Americans annually and will cost the system roughly $2 trillion by…

ByAdam KoehlerApril 15, 20260Comments

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Great Value cottage cheese recall affects Greater Cincinnati shoppers

Cottage cheese recall may affect families in Cincinnati. The cottage cheese recall involves specific Walmart products sold under the Great Value brand. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration lists the recall for select cottage cheese that Saputo Cheese USA Inc. produced because the company may not have fully pasteurized liquid dairy ingredients. Local grocery shoppers…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 26, 20260Comments

Man expressing visible frustration, illustrating rising political hostility and social tension

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Political Hostility and Online Incivility: Why People Feel Meaner Now

Political hostility doesn’t just show up at election time anymore. It shows up in family group chats, comment sections, school meetings, and everyday conversations that feel more brittle than they used to.h If it feels like people are quicker to snap—and social media is rougher than ever—there’s evidence behind that feeling. A rise in political…

ByAdam KoehlerFebruary 18, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati Winter Health and Cold Temperatures

Winter in southwest Ohio has a personality of its own. Cincinnati sits in a large river valley, which means temperatures can shift quickly. One week brings sunshine and flurries over the Ohio River. The next brings freezing rain, sharp wind, and long stretches of gray skies. These changing conditions can have a big impact on…

ByBrett HarnettFebruary 11, 20260Comments

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Cincinnati hospital staffing struggles amid funding crisis

Cincinnati hospital staffing remains a significant challenge across Greater Cincinnati. Moreover, it is intensifying as workforce shortages and budget woes deepen. Cincinnati hospitals are facing mounting pressure from persistent Cincinnati hospital staffing shortages and an escalating hospital funding crisis. These twin issues threaten patient care and workforce sustainability. Healthcare leaders across the region say insufficient…

ByNina OliverioFebruary 3, 20260Comments