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health-policy3 days ago•5 min saved

CDC widens Ebola travel ban to include green-card holders who visited outbreak countries

The CDC expanded its Ebola-related entry ban to include lawful permanent residents who have been in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within the last 21 days, with the measure running through mid‑June as part of a response to the Bundibugyo outbreak; it adds to strict screenings at U.S. entry points (including for Americans returning via Dulles) and follows one of the strictest Ebola measures in recent outbreaks, which have generated hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths.

via Politico|

#cdc #congo-drc #ebola

health-policy5 days ago•11 min saved

Two Viruses Test America's Public Health Trust

Public health experts say Ebola and hantavirus pose no immediate threat to most Americans, but the outbreaks reveal a growing trust deficit and political polarization that could hamper responses to current crises and future pandemics.

via Politico|

#ebola #hantavirus #health-policy

health-policy8 days ago•14 min saved

Hospital pricing fight heats up as drugmakers and insurers target care providers

Drugmakers and insurers have stepped up campaigns to blame hospitals for high U.S. health-care costs, aiming to curb the 340B drug-discount program and push site-neutral policies as lawmakers consider Medicare pay cuts and tighter regulation. Hospitals counter that mergers, rising drug costs, and administrative burdens drive prices, and are increasing lobbying and messaging to defend their position while policy changes—backed by the Trump administration and Congress—loom, including potential restructuring of 340B and scrutiny of hospital consolidations.

via Politico|

#340b-program #drug-prices #health-policy

politics8 days ago•6 min saved

Kennedy ally eyes health-panel power after Cassidy’s defeat

Kennedy’s supporters celebrate Cassidy’s Louisiana primary loss as Sen. Roger Marshall positions to become chair of the Senate Health Committee, a move that could help Kennedy by shaping vaccine policy and nominee approvals; potential rivals like Murkowski, Paul, and Collins could complicate the race for the post.

via Politico|

#cassidy #health-policy #kennedy-jr

health-policy11 days ago•6 min saved

Texas Children’s Hospital Ordered to Open Detransition Clinic Under $10M Settlement

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a settlement with Texas Children’s Hospital requiring the hospital to create the nation’s first detransition clinic and to pay $10 million to the state for Medicaid-billing accusations, with five physicians’ medical privileges revoked; the clinic will be funded by the hospital for five years and offered free of charge to patients, drawing mixed reactions from advocates and lawmakers within the broader debate on transgender healthcare.

via The Texas Tribune|

#detransition-clinic #gender-affirming-care #health-policy

politics13 days ago•17 min saved

Trump’s Hunting Buddy Named Acting FDA Commissioner

Kyle Diamantas, a Florida lawyer and Don Jr.’s longtime turkey-hunting companion, was named acting FDA commissioner after Marty Makary’s resignation, moving from deputy head of the agency’s human foods program. Although not an MD, his appointment is viewed as a pragmatic interim solution amid FDA leadership turmoil, with Senate confirmation still needed for a permanent post and potential candidates like Admiral Brett Giroir discussed.

via Rolling Stone|

#don-jr #donald-trump #fda

health13 days ago•5 min saved

PCOS Rebrands as PMOS to spotlight endocrine-metabolic ovarian syndrome

Global experts publish in The Lancet a multiyear, multistakeholder process renaming polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) to avoid the cyst misnomer and better reflect its hormonal and metabolic features, with an eight‑stage plan—from dissemination and resource development to health‑system integration, policy alignment, and international guideline updates—aimed at clearer diagnosis and improved care.

via Contemporary OB/GYN|

#endocrinology #health #health-policy

health13 days ago•21 min saved

FDA chief resigns amid agency turmoil, signaling leadership shake-up

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned amid months of internal turmoil at the agency, with a plan to replace him approved by the White House. Kyle Diamantas will serve as acting leader, as the shake-up at the Department of Health and Human Services continues to unfold.

via The Washington Post|

#dhhs #fda #health

politics14 days ago•4 min saved

Interim FDA Leader Named as Makary Steps Down

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigns after 13 months amid leadership churn and policy clashes; Kyle Diamantas will serve as acting commissioner, with the White House sign-off and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. driving the transition amid criticism from lawmakers and industry.

via Politico|

#acting-commissioner #fda #health-policy

politics15 days ago•15 min saved

Supreme Court Extends Access to Abortion Pill During Legal Challenge

The Supreme Court temporarily extended access to the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing prescriptions and use to continue while the ongoing legal challenge to its availability proceeds.

via AP News|

#abortion #health-policy #legal

health15 days ago•0 min saved

Can RFK Jr.'s MAHA diet fit a $15/day budget?

A look at whether RFK Jr.'s MAHA dietary guidelines can be followed on a $15-per-day budget; while officials tout affordability, sticking to the plan requires substantial time and labor for meal planning and preparation.

via NBC News|

#budgeting #diet #health

politics16 days ago•15 min saved

Trump weighs replacing FDA chief Makary amid agency tensions

Trump is reportedly planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, a Johns Hopkins surgeon who was confirmed to lead the agency in March 2025, citing clashes with the administration and officials. NBC News, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post all attributed the plan to anonymous sources. Makary’s tenure has seen significant staff departures and criticism from health groups and industry, and the plan could change if Trump reverses course.

via upi.com|

#fda #health-policy #marty-makary

politics17 days ago•10 min saved

Trump weighs firing FDA chief Makary, signaling leadership shake-up at agency

President Trump is reportedly planning to fire FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, a move that sources say isn’t final yet; if enacted, it would heighten leadership vacancies at the FDA amid a year of controversy over vaping, vaccines, and regulatory decisions.

via Ars Technica|

#administration #fda #health-policy

health-policy17 days ago•2 min saved

California launches first US program giving free diapers to every newborn

California will provide 400 free diapers per newborn at hospital discharge through a first-in-the-nation program, initially at 65–75 hospitals serving many low-income families, with plans to expand statewide. Funded by about $7.4 million last year and $12.5 million proposed for the coming year, the diapers are produced by Baby2Baby under the Golden State Start label. Medicaid does not cover newborn diapers, making this a key relief for families facing roughly $100/month diaper costs.

via The Guardian|

#baby2baby #california #diapers

health18 days ago•23 min saved

White House eyes new FDA chief amid agency turmoil

The White House plans to replace FDA Commissioner Marty Makary after months of agency turmoil and criticism over drug approvals and vaccine policies; while broader FDA changes are being considered, officials have not named an acting leader and did not comment.

via The Washington Post|

#fda #health #health-policy