Over the past decade, fitness wearables have evolved.
What started as a simple step counter has evolved into sophisticated health monitoring devices. These devices are now capable of generating valuable insights into an individual's overall health.
Wearables such as smartwatches, fitness bands, and health trackers now continuously collect information about physical activity, heart rate, sleep…
Health
Emergency departments across Greater Cincinnati continue to experience periods of crowding, longer patient stays, and increased demand for services.
Healthcare leaders say seasonal illness, staffing pressures, population growth, and broader access-to-care challenges all contribute to delays in emergency rooms.
While hospitals continue investing in capacity and technology, many patients still encounter extended waits depending on the…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…


