Indiana Governor Mike Braun Signs Executive Order to Enforce Abortion Laws Amid Legal Battle Indiana Governor Mike Braun stepped into the ongoing legal dispute over the release of abortion records on Wednesday, signing a series of health-focused executive orders aimed at ensuring the state’s abortion laws are “fully and faithfully executed.” “All I’m trying to … Read more
Teh Rise of Health Cost-Sharing Ministries: A Growing Alternative to Customary Insurance Fed up with unaffordable costs and insurance denials, more Americans are abandoning the conventional health care system. Instead,they’re turning to health cost-sharing ministries,a uniquely American approach to covering medical expenses. Originally rooted in faith-based communities, these programs have surged in popularity over the … Read more
Medicare to Negotiate Prices for Ozempic, Wegovy, and Other High-Cost Drugs WASHINGTON — In a critically important move aimed at reducing prescription drug costs, the Biden administration announced Friday that popular weight loss and diabetes medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have been added to Medicare’s list of drugs subject to price negotiations.This decision marks … Read more
Biden Management Pushes Forward with Prescription Drug Affordability Efforts in Final Days as President Joe Biden prepares to transition power to Donald Trump, his administration is making a final push to address one of its most significant yet underappreciated achievements: lowering the cost of prescription drugs. On Friday morning, the Department of Health and … Read more
As the United States prepares for a new chapter in its political landscape, all eyes are on Washington, D.C., where President-elect Donald Trump is set to begin his second term on January 20. The new session of Congress has already kicked off,with committees convening to deliberate on critical legislation that will shape the nation’s future. … Read more
Rising Cyberattacks on Hospitals: A Threat to Patient Safety and National Security Hospitals and health systems across teh United States are grappling with a surge in cyberattacks, leading to extended disruptions, patient diversions, and the cancellation of critical medical appointments and procedures. These incidents not only undermine patient care and safety but also expose vulnerabilities … Read more
Following Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory, securing a second term in office, the health care industry is bracing for meaningful changes. Trump’s campaign rhetoric, which often emphasized overhauling the health care system, has now translated into key appointments and policy directions that could reshape the sector for years to come. One of the most notable … Read more
Deadly New Threat: Carfentanil, the “Super Mario” of Opioids, Hits local Streets The erie County Health Department is sounding the alarm as carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl, has been detected in local street drugs. known colloquially as “Super Mario,” this lethal substance is raising concerns among health officials and law … Read more
Idaho’s Hispanic Community Faces Persistent health Care Challenges, New Report Reveals While many Idahoans have regained access to Medicaid since the program began unwinding in April 2023, the state’s Hispanic population continues to face significant barriers to health care coverage. A new report, the Hispanic Statewide Healthcare plan, released by the Idaho Commission on … Read more
New York City Unveils “Bridge to Home” initiative to Address Homelessness and Mental Health Crisis NEW YORK — In a bold move to tackle teh city’s homelessness and mental health crisis, Mayor Eric Adams announced the launch of “Bridge to Home,” a live-in care facility designed to provide a safe space for homeless individuals with … Read more