Banner Takeover of UAMC Approved by Regents
Deal worth nearly $1B includes new operator rebuilding main UAMC hospital on Tucson campus by 2019.
Here's a Diet That Can Reduce Cancer, Prevent Obesity, Diabetes
UA nutritionists co-host events to share research on benefits of Mediterranean-style eating pattern.
Hospitals, Community Organizations Partner to Get Tucsonans Insured
Partners hosting enrollment events, running ad campaigns for Affordable Care Act Signups.
Medical Marijuana Sales Up Sharply in 2014
85 Arizona dispensaries sold 10 tons to 55,000 patients, Department of Health Services reports.
Trials on Tucson Company's Permanent Artificial Heart OK'd
SynCardia will begin tests on 19 patients across nation soon, followed by 5 years of monitoring.
72,000 More Arizonans Sign up for Affordable Care Act Insurance
Federal marktplace opened Nov. 15, remains open until Feb. 15 for health coverage; 77% of signups are subsidized.
Child Dies of Influenza in Pima County
First such death in the county since 2009; officials advise everyone 6 months and older to be immunized.
If You Want Health Care By Jan. 1, Buy It Through Marketplace Today
People have to enroll by 15th of every month if they want insurance to kick in first day of following month.
Pima County May Stop Hiring Smokers
Board of Supervisors voting on issue later this month; health officials argue this could save money on healthcare costs.
Consumer Group: Parents Should Keep an Ear Out for Loud Toys
Annual report highlights products that are harmful to children, including some that can cause hearing loss.
Tucson Medical Center Opens Wellness Center at a Shopping Mall
Fitness classes, lectures and medical screenings will now be happening at La Encantada.
Q-and-A on Medicare Open Enrollment
Expert advises seniors to act now, with deadline two weeks away; some plans changing, others more costly.
UA Health Network Takeover Will Be Complete in January
President Ann Weaver Hart says move will ensure long-term sustainability of university's academic medical programs.
Healthcare.gov Has More Insurance Options This Open Enrollment Period
United Healthcare, two other companies have joined in to sell plans on Arizona's federally run marketplace.
Second Chance to Get Health Insurance Under Affordable Care Act
Open enrollment starts Saturday, Nov. 15 for those who didn't get covered last year.
