Health
Impact of Expired Pandemic Subsidies on ACA Premiums
Last fall, Congress was in deliberation over the continuation of pandemic-era subsidies for beneficiaries of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Supporters cautioned against letting these subsidies expire, warning of the potential ramifications. Their concerns have
Why ‘Non-Ultra-Processed’ Food Labels Won’t Change Eating Habits
Food manufacturers constantly aim to increase sales. Introducing labels marking foods as ‘non-ultra-processed’ will not shift consumer behavior or alter these companies’ goals. Motives of Food Manufacturers Companies in the food industry focus on generating
New Treatment Shows Promise for Endometrial Cancer
Merck’s latest investigational drug, sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT), has displayed promising results in treating endometrial cancer during a Phase 3 clinical trial. The company’s announcement highlighted the drug’s success in achieving its primary endpoints of overall
WHO Assesses Risk of Ebola Outbreak in Congo as High Regionally, Low Globally
The World Health Organization (WHO) has classified the risk of the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as high at national and regional levels, but low globally. WHO experts are investigating the
Trump Administration Dismisses Health Group Leaders
The Trump administration has dismissed the two leaders of a significant health group responsible for determining when insurance must cover free preventive services such as mammograms and colonoscopies. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. informed
CDC Issues Quarantine Orders for Cruise Ship Passengers Amid Hantavirus Concerns
In Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. health officials have issued quarantine orders for two passengers from a cruise ship involved in a hantavirus outbreak. These passengers are currently being treated in a Nebraska hospital. The quarantine orders
Measles Outbreak in Bangladesh Raises Global Concerns
A severe measles outbreak in Bangladesh, resulting in almost 400 deaths, is spreading rapidly. Health experts warn this could pose risks for the U.S., where recent measles cases have reached levels unseen in decades due
Senator Criticizes California’s Medi-Cal Spending Practices
Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana voiced strong criticisms against California’s Medicaid program, Medi-Cal. The Trump administration is scrutinizing the program for alleged fraud. Kennedy highlighted reports that Medi-Cal covers exorcisms and faith-based healing practices during
Bundibugyo Virus Outbreak Complicates Efforts in Congo
The outbreak of a virus in Congo suspected of causing over 130 deaths poses unique challenges. Unlike more common Ebola-causing viruses, there are no specific treatments or vaccines for this virus. Dr. Celine Gounder, an