Latest KFF Health News Stories
High Court Hears Arguments Regarding Access To Docs’ Prescribing Data
In this case, the state of Vermont opposes drug companies and data-mining firms. Vermont’s law bans the sale of prescribing information unless physicians “opt in” and make their records available. Meanwhile, Politico Pro reports that the AMA, which has not taken an official position in the case, has a lot at stake in how the it turns out.
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about the political ads and positions being inspired by the Ryan budget plan.
Supreme Court Declines To Expedite Virginia Suit Against Health Law
Virginia’s challenge of the health law will need to take the normal route through federal appeals courts.
Child’s Death Renews Medical Error Debate
News outlets examine efforts to end hospital errors, and a different case may challenge laws that protect military medical personnel from medical malpractice lawsuits.
American Academy of Pediatrics Sounds Alarm on Chemicals
The group warns that federal regulations have failed to protect children from dangerous exposure.
Some Iowa Health Care Institutions Have Little Oversight
The Des Moines Register looks at state regulation of health care institutions in the state.
In The Statehouses: Localities Vs. Unions In Mass.; Supporters To Rally for SustiNet in Conn.
The latest developments from the nation’s state legislatures.
As Practices Change, Family Physician Has Trouble Retiring
The New York Times reports on a doctor who can’t sell or give away his practice. Meanwhile, two other news outlets look at innovations that could be beneficial.
Governors Feeling The Pinch On Medicaid Funding
The Wall Street Journal looks at the difficulties states face with tight budgets.
Supreme Court To Weigh Drug Confidentiality Laws
Plus: Biotech startup may win approval for first drug and a new generic version of Effexor will launch in June.
Delegation Of Retired World Leaders Traveling To North Korea To Address Food Shortages, Other Issues
Former President Jimmy Carter will lead a four-member delegation of retired world leaders on a trip to North Korea this week to discuss “how to ease sanctions on Pyongyang that have exacerbated a serious food crisis” and other issues, Agence France-Presse reports (Saiget, 4/25).
WHO Africa Regional Director Issues Message For World Malaria Day
In a message marking Monday’s World Malaria Day, Luis Gomes Sambo, WHO’s regional director for Africa, noted that this year signifies the end of the U.N. decade to roll back malaria and “offers an opportunity for renewed commitment” to fight the disease, the Angola Press reports (4/25).
News from Florida, California, Kansas, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Minnesota and Texas.
Airwaves In GOP House Districts Become Battleground In Medicare Debate
Both Democratic- and Republican-leaning groups fund advertising campaigns on deficit reduction and health care in the districts of 25 House Republicans.
A selection of opinions and editorials from around the country.
House Republicans Face Heat At Home Over Proposed Medicare Cuts
At recess town hall meetings, constituents have grilled some House Republicans on how deficit reduction proposals will affect Medicare. Meanwhile, Don Berwick says GOP plans deserve the “rationing” label more than the health law does.
Analysis Of The Health Law’s Effects Continues
Reports look at the diverse effects of the health law – from Medicare and Medicaid to accountable care organizations.
