3 h. ago Trump admin secures pledge from 75% of health insurers in bid to improve patient care

Health insurers accounting for roughly 75% of U.S. patients signed an industry-led pledge this week for improving patient care through reforming their prior-authorization requirements.

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7 h. ago Top Trump health official slams Democrats for 'misleading' claims about Medicaid reform

Trump official Dr. Mehmet Oz defends GOP Medicaid reforms against Democrat criticism, arguing the changes benefit rural hospitals, despite concerns about provider tax rate adjustments.

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38 h. ago In this rural Colorado valley, cuts to Medicaid would have vast ripple effects

Cuts to Medicaid moving through Congress would shake up health care in the scenic San Luis Valley — with negative downstream effects on local jobs, businesses and education.

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4 d. ago Trump administration launches $10M health study for East Palestine residents after toxic spill

The Trump administration commits $10 million to research health effects from toxic chemicals in the East Palestine train derailment in Ohio in 2023.

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5 d. ago Trump administration to end suicide hotline support for LGBTQ+ youth

The federal government said this week it will end the national suicide hotline's specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth.

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5 d. ago Trump administration to close LGBTQ+ suicide hotline program next month

The federal government said this week it will end the national suicide hotline's specialized support for LGBTQ+ youth.

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6 d. ago How Trump's travel ban could disrupt the way knowledge about health is shared

Global health specialists talk about the consequences of the full or partial ban on travel to the U.S. from 19 countries.

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6 d. ago How Trump's travel ban could disrupt the way knowledge about health is shared : Goats and Soda

How Trump's travel ban could disrupt the way knowledge about health is shared : Goats and Soda  NPR

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6 d. ago Federal judge rules Trump directives canceling NIH grants are 'void,' 'illegal'

A federal judge ruled directives from the Trump administration that led to the cancellations of research grants from the NIH were "void" and "illegal."

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6 d. ago South Africa Built a Medical Research Powerhouse. Trump Cuts Have Demolished It.

The budget cuts threaten global progress on everything from heart disease to H.I.V. — and could affect American drug companies, too.

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7 d. ago This mother relies on SNAP to help feed her kids. Now, she's bracing for cuts

Millions of people who use the food assistance program SNAP are facing changes: on what food they can buy, how much money they'll receive or even if they'll still qualify for the program.

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1 week ago Trump admin slams UK, Canada, Australia and others who sanctioned Israeli officials

Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned five nations that imposed sanctions on two controversial Israeli officials and called for a "reversal of the sanctions."

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2 w. ago More than 300 NIH staff sign open letter criticizing Trump administration's actions

More than 300 scientists from the NIH signed an open letter on Monday to director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, criticizing the Trump administration over recent moves.

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2 w. ago Trump Bill’s Caps on Grad School Loans Could Worsen Doctor Shortage

The proposed limits on federal loans fall well below the costs of medical school. Critics say this could deter students from pursuing medicine.

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2 w. ago NIH scientists sign open letter criticizing agency's grant cancellations, firings

More than 300 scientists from the NIH signed an open letter on Monday to director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, criticizing the Trump administration over recent moves.

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2 w. ago If Trump rescinds mental health insurance rules, what happens in WA?

If Trump rescinds mental health insurance rules, what happens in WA?  The Seattle Times

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2 w. ago Trump Budget’s Caps on Grad School Loans Could Worsen Doctor Shortage

The proposed limits on federal loans fall well below the costs of medical school. Critics say this could deter students from pursuing medicine.

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2 w. ago NIH scientists call on director to protect biomedical research

In a public letter, hundreds of scientists expressed their dissent to the Trump administration's policies affecting the National Institutes of Health and called on its director to support the agency.

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2 w. ago Federal officials slam Democrats for 'dangerous' rhetoric as ICE agents face violent mobs in LA, NYC

ICE operations result in 118 arrests in Los Angeles amid protests where rioters surrounded federal buildings, assaulted officers, and damaged government property.

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2 w. ago Psychedelics as potential mental health treatment are explored by Trump administration

Psychedelics research gains support from the Trump administration for treating PTSD and mental health conditions, with Veterans Affairs exploring treatments that show promise in clinical trials.

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