Despite medical innovations, maternal mortality rates in the US remain high, especially compared with those of similarly wealthy countries.

A lack of vaccination against respiratory pathogens was commonly identified among US international travelers, indicating the need to improve vaccine uptake at pre-travel visits.

Timely, consistent integration of palliative care services benefits pediatric patients with high-risk brain tumors.

TV celebrity doctor and cardiothoracic surgeon was confirmed by the US Senate to head the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.