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> Nearly 25 percent of those who lack health insurance say they expect to remain that way because they can't afford premiums, Kaiser Health News reported. Article
> More than one out of eight Californians over the age of 65 have fallen in the past year, exposing them to risk of severe injury that could lead to a cascade of potentially deadly health issues, according to a new report by UCLA researchers. Article
> Wall Street analysts predict the new open enrollment period could see higher-than-projected signups because issues with the federal health insurance exchange website have been resolved and outreach by insurers and support groups has been more aggressive, Kaiser Health News reported. Article
Provider News
> Hand washing is a cornerstone of reducing hospital-acquired infections, yet effective techniques in ensuring long-term compliance for healthcare workers has eluded the industry for decades. Article
Healthcare IT News
> Telemedicine-based collaborative care was shown to be an effective means for providing psychotherapy care to veterans in rural areas suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, according to research published this week in JAMA Psychiatry. Article
And Finally... Hospital simulates pain of childbirth for men. Article