A leading physician argues that medical cannabis, already benefiting countless patients, deserves full recognition through insurance coverage. Patients are turning to this treatment for relief, and the author contends that insurers should no longer ignore its proven value.

A new report indicates that Social Security’s insolvency date might arrive a year sooner than previously expected. With spending outpacing revenue from payroll taxes, the program has begun tapping into its trust fund to pay current retirees, signaling potential financial challenges ahead.