Viewpoints: Pro-Work Obsession Of Both Parties Overlooks The Virtue Of Rest; Remove Shame To Help Those Entrapped By The Opioid Crisis
Opinion writers focus on these and other health topics.
Archives: Morning Breakouts
29,361 - 29,380 of 112,451 Results
-
-
Longer Looks: Fentanyl’s New Victims; Short-Term Insurance; And The Science Of Drinking
Each week, KHN's Shefali Luthra finds interesting reads from around the Web.
By khnshefalil -
State Highlights: Advocates Call On New York Senate To Ban Conversion Therapy; Some Blue Cross Patients Face Paying 100% Of ER Visits In Texas
Media outlets report on news from New York, Texas, Ohio, Missouri, Illinois, Arizona, Louisiana and Pennsylvania.
By brilabuskes -
As Minibrain Research Continues To Progress, Scientists Begin To Wade Through Ethical Complexities
Minibrains hold tremendous potential for unraveling the mysteries around neurological diseases, but scientists worry about creating a sentient entity in the lab. In other public health news: tuberculosis; medical research; medication to save children from pneumonia, malaria and other diseases; the immune system; and more.
By brilabuskes -
E. Coli Outbreak Continues To Grow While Source Still Remains Unknown
The CDC and the FDA say the growing region in Yuma, Ariz. is the source, but no farm has been identified.
By brilabuskes -
Should Doctors Offer Immunotherapy To Terminal Cancer Patients? Some Are Rolling The Dice
The chance immunotherapy will help some patients is small — but not zero. “Under rules of desperation oncology, you engage in a different kind of oncology than the rational guideline thought,” says Dr. Oliver Sartor. Other doctors won't even bring up the treatment though, arguing that scientists first must gather rigorous evidence about the benefits and pitfalls.
By brilabuskes -
Frustrated By Lack Of Research On Gun Violence, Governors Plan To ‘Take Matters Into Our Own Hands’
Seven governors announce that their states will form an “unprecedented” consortium to tap into resources at universities and state agencies to help build up research on gun violence.
By brilabuskes -
Trendy Startups Are Raring To Ride Telemedicine Wave, But Reality Putting Damper On Enthusiasm
Murky state regulations, patients desperate for medication who deceive doctors about their symptoms, and state-level infectious disease agencies and public health departments that have made clear they don’t accept certain information by email are just some of the problems these new startups face.
By brilabuskes -
McKesson Absolves Itself Of Blame In Opioid Crisis, Claiming Managers ‘Worked In Earnest’ To Meet DEA Rules
But the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, which has accused the pharmaceutical wholesaler of exacerbating the opioid epidemic, is dismissing the company's internal investigation findings. In other news on the crisis: Democrats are concerned lawmakers are moving too quickly on bipartisan opioid package; common pain relievers are found to be safer than opioids for controlling dental pain; the FDA concludes a painkiller that's had a bad reputation for more than a decade is actually safer than previously thought; and more.
By brilabuskes -
From Ballot Initiatives To Work Requirements: Medicaid Is Undergoing A Major Shift From Previous Years
Roll Call takes a look at all that's in store for the program in the upcoming months. Medicaid news comes out of Idaho, New Hampshire and New York, as well.
By brilabuskes -
Requiring Hospitals To Post Prices For Consumers Sounds Good, But Implementing It Would Be A Bit Complicated
Simply publishing inflated retail prices, as listed on a hospital's chargemaster, won't be helpful to most patients, experts say. And legal professionals say that CMS might even lack the authority to require hospitals to post the charges at all.
By brilabuskes -
In Effort To Nudge Along Stalled ‘Right To Try’ Bill, Koch-Backed Group Pours Money Into New Ad Campaign
While the Senate and House have both passed versions of the legislation, for the measure to reach Trump’s desk, either chamber would have to take up and pass the bill that has already cleared the other. Critics say the measure is unnecessary as well as harmful to patients.
By brilabuskes -
White House Expected To Submit Funding Cuts That Could Upend Hard-Fought Budget Deal
Safety-net programs such as Medicaid and Medicare are expected to be in the Trump administration's crosshairs. In other news from Capitol Hill: maternal mortality legislation, the Veterans Choice Program, and medical marijuana.
By brilabuskes -
Judge Blocks Cuts To Planned Parenthood Grants Saying HHS Acted ‘Arbitrarily And Capriciously’
In July, HHS informed recipients of 81 teen pregnancy prevention grants that it would terminate their agreements two years early, despite previously seeking competitive bids for a firm to conduct the five-year study.
By brilabuskes -
Older, Sicker Consumers Will Bear Brunt Of Healthier People’s Decision To Go With New ‘Skinny Plans’
If younger and healthier consumers trend toward buying the new limited health plans, insurers will have to figure out a way to pay for the sicker people who are left. The Wall Street Journal explains the dynamics of the possible shift. Meanwhile, Anthem's earnings jump after scaling back health law coverage.
By brilabuskes -
Ronny Jackson Withdraws From VA Nomination Amid New Allegations Of Misconduct
In addition to concerns over Jackson's management experience, there were also reports related to his prescribing practices, possible drunken behavior while on duty and overseeing a hostile work place. While taking himself out of the running to lead Veterans Affairs, President Donald Trump's physician denied all charges: “The allegations against me are completely false and fabricated.”
By brilabuskes -
First Edition: April 26, 2018
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
By brilabuskes -
Viewpoints: Equip First Responders With Naloxone To Combat Opioid Crisis; Women In Rural Areas Hit Hard By Abortion Restrictions
Editorial pages look at these and other health issues.
By janicelkff -
Different Takes: Foot-Dragging On Ronny Jackson Hearings Is The Right Step; VA Needs A Leader: Jackson Fits The Mold
Opinion writers express views on Dr. Ronny Jackson, President Donald Trump's nominee to run Veteran Affairs.
By janicelkff -
Perspectives: Pharmaceutical Innovation Will Become Meaningless If No One Can Afford Breakthrough Drugs
Read recent commentaries about drug-cost issues.
By brilabuskes