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Court Keeps Mail-Order Abortion Pill Accessible as Legal Fight Continues
politics16 days ago

Court Keeps Mail-Order Abortion Pill Accessible as Legal Fight Continues

The Supreme Court paused a lower-court ruling that would have required in-person pickup of the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing patients to continue receiving it by mail and via telehealth while Louisiana’s challenge to FDA rules proceeds, a decision issued with dissent from Justices Thomas and Alito. The ruling preserves current access for now but leaves the broader legal battle over medication abortion rules unresolved as the case moves through the courts and across states with bans.

via The Washington Post|
#abortion#fda#mifepristone
Court extends pause on abortion-pill restrictions amid ongoing case
politics17 days ago

Court extends pause on abortion-pill restrictions amid ongoing case

The Supreme Court indefinitely extended a freeze on strict new restrictions for dispensing the abortion pill mifepristone while the underlying legal challenge proceeds, providing temporary certainty for pharmacies, telehealth providers, and clinicians. Justices Alito and Thomas dissented. The case will likely return to the 5th Circuit, with the FDA continuing its safety review of the drug’s REMS program and the broader battle over access not yet resolved.

via Axios|
#abortion-pill#fda#mifepristone
HealthSplash Founder Convicted in $1B Medicare Fraud Conspiracy
crime17 days ago

HealthSplash Founder Convicted in $1B Medicare Fraud Conspiracy

A federal jury in the Southern District of Florida convicted Brett Blackman, founder and owner of HealthSplash, of leading a scheme that used DMERx to generate false doctor’s orders and prescriptions to bill Medicare and other federal programs for more than $1 billion in medically unnecessary durable equipment and related items, aided by foreign call centers and kickbacks. The co-conspirators billed for sham orders, and Blackman faces up to 20 years for conspiracy to commit health care and wire fraud, plus additional terms for kickbacks and false statements; sentencing is set for August 26, 2026. The case was pursued by multiple agencies as part of the Health Care Fraud Strike Force effort that has charged thousands since 2007.

via Department of Justice (.gov)|
#crime#health-care-fraud#healthsplash
Whoop Launches In‑App Clinician Access, AI Health Guidance and EHRs
technology23 days ago

Whoop Launches In‑App Clinician Access, AI Health Guidance and EHRs

Whoop will offer U.S. users on‑demand video consultations with licensed clinicians via its app, plus electronic health records via a HealthEx partnership and AI‑powered health guidance. Some features are included with membership, while live consultations will cost extra when launched this summer. The move follows Whoop’s $575 million funding round that valued the company at $10.1 billion. Consultations start with a data-driven health evaluation using device data and, when available, blood work and medical history, and are meant to complement—not replace—existing care. The update also includes AI coaching and proactive reminders, but comes after a previous FDA warning over Blood Pressure Insights; new FDA guidance allows optical BP measurements in wellness devices if no medical‑grade claims are made.

via CNBC|
#ai#healthrecords#healthtech
Court ruling pushes abortion-pill access into flux, roiling telehealth
health26 days ago

Court ruling pushes abortion-pill access into flux, roiling telehealth

A 5th Circuit ruling sharply restricting teleprescribing of mifepristone has created widespread confusion for pharmacies, telehealth providers, and patients, with some clinics pausing teleprescriptions or switching to misoprostol. The Supreme Court briefly stayed the decision, but could rule next week on whether dispensing must be in person. The Biden administration’s stance to pause guidance pending an FDA safety review has drawn criticism and left many questions about prescribing rules and existing prescriptions unresolved, all in a high-stakes, election-year context.

via Axios|
#abortion-pills#court-rulings#fda
politics29 days ago

Abortion-pill access in limbo as drugmakers seek Supreme Court relief

A Fifth Circuit ruling blocking telehealth prescriptions of mifepristone spurred Danco to file an emergency appeal with the Supreme Court, asking for a stay and for the high court to hear the case before summer recess; GenBioPro is expected to file its own appeal, and even a temporary disruption could affect roughly two-thirds of abortions and telehealth access for miscarriages and other uses.

via Politico|
#abortion#fifth-circuit#mifepristone
5th Circuit blocks mail delivery of common abortion pill, forcing in-person distribution nationwide
politics29 days ago

5th Circuit blocks mail delivery of common abortion pill, forcing in-person distribution nationwide

A unanimous ruling by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court blocks mailing mifepristone prescriptions and requires in-person distribution at clinics, overruling FDA rules. The decision applies nationwide while the case continues and could be appealed to the Supreme Court, signaling a major shift in how telemedicine and out-of-state prescriptions for abortion pills are treated and prompting ongoing legal and political battles in states with shield laws.

via PBS|
#abortion-pills#fda#fifth-circuit
GLP-1s for a Few Pounds: A Cautious Dive into the New Weight-Loss Trend
health1 month ago

GLP-1s for a Few Pounds: A Cautious Dive into the New Weight-Loss Trend

A Glamour-style piece documents how GLP-1 drugs once reserved for medical weight management are being used off-label for cosmetic goals, including compounded versions and microdosing via telehealth. It weaves patient anecdotes with medical perspectives, highlights risks like side effects and gut–microbiome effects, and shows a growing push-pull between health benefits and the influencer-driven hype. The author begins a low-dose Zepbound plan under a doctor’s supervision and reports initial weight loss, while stressing the need for cautious, evidence-based use as these drugs become more accessible.

via glamour.com|
#glp-1s#health#microdosing
GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Reveal Hidden Costs Beyond the Scale
health2 months ago

GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs Reveal Hidden Costs Beyond the Scale

A BuzzFeed Health feature examines how GLP-1 weight-loss medications (like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro) marketed for medical use are being used cosmetically, triggering a viral Reddit thread about a partner whose two-year Ozempic journey left her with a gaunt appearance, muscle loss, debt, and relationship strain. The piece highlights easy access via telehealth, aggressive marketing, and the risk of body dysmorphia or eating disorders when medical safeguards are bypassed. It emphasizes that these drugs are not miracle cures and should be paired with resistance training and adequate protein, while urging professional support for underlying psychological issues and broader societal pressures around body image.

via BuzzFeed|
#body-dysmorphia#glp-1-drugs#health
ISS Medical Evacuation Signals a New Era in Space Healthcare
science4 months ago

ISS Medical Evacuation Signals a New Era in Space Healthcare

An ISS medical evacuation in January 2026—the first in 25 years—highlights the strength of onboard medical care and Earth-based telemedicine, while also underscoring space-specific health risks (dermatology issues, congestion, sleep disruption, and injuries) and the need to evolve toward Earth‑independent medical operations and AI‑assisted care for longer missions.

via The Conversation|
#astronauts#healthcare#note-5-tags-requested-the-sixth-is-for-internal-clarity