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But ER visits for vertigo commonly result in unnecessary diagnostic tests, adding to costs with limited added benefit, according to the Northwestern study, with 28% of patients receiving a CT scan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

Note: For people receiving subsidies who got coverage through HealthCare.gov.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

She described a crowded room, with people coughing, or receiving positive Covid tests, as feeling like a "death sentence" for her daughter.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

The puppy is currently receiving medical attention and support from Animal Services, but is doing well.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Fischer began receiving thousands of letters and cables urging him to continue the match, and Henry Kissinger called him once again, this time from California, to appeal to his patriotism.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady