Viewpoints: Surgeries In The US Create Tons More Waste Than In Other Nations; Pharma Tariffs Are Illogical
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Psychiatric Help Ordered For Marine Veteran Charged In NC Mass Shooting
The suspect, who is charged in the deaths of three people at a waterfront bar in Southport on Sept. 27, was evaluated by three separate mental health experts. They concluded that Nigel Max Edge was not fit to stand trial but that he “may be restored to capacity through appropriate treatment, including medication and counseling,” at which point the legal case would resume.
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Struggling Minnesota Hospital, Facing Imminent Closure, Seeks State’s Help
Hennepin County Medical Center has faced a string of financial hardships, and changes in Medicare eligibility under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act could cause even more stress. A proposed tax increase, if passed by the Legislature, might stave off a June closure of the safety-net hospital.
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New ACIP Charter That Tweaks Criteria For Membership To Go Into Effect Soon
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices' amended charter — which calls for a “balance of specialty areas" — was published Monday in the Federal Register and likely will be filed next week after a required seven-day notice is fulfilled. This comes after the previous committee was blocked by a federal judge.
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Many Cancer Patients Are Missing Out On The Most Advanced Treatments
A study in JAMA found that many patients are not receiving genetic sequencing, which can often greatly improve a person's chances of survival. Patients with a low income, Medicare or Medicaid coverage, and those of Black or Hispanic ethnicity were less likely to receive sequencing. Also, advocates worry New York may be rolling back Medicaid coverage of biomarker precision testing.
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After Pledging To Change, Insurers Have Cut Prior Authorizations By 11%
There's also been a 15% reduction in prior authorizations for Medicare Advantage since June, when about 50 plans signed on to the reform pledge, Fierce Healthcare reported. In other industry news: Jefferson Health sues Aetna; most Americans still prefer getting medical advice from providers over AI; and more.
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For Now, Abortion Pill May Remain Available By Mail, Judge Rules
The state of Louisiana has argued that allowing the sale of mifepristone at the federal level prevents it from enforcing its strict ban on abortion. Federal Judge David Joseph, a Trump appointee, said that he would follow an FDA study of the drug that is in the works and asked the FDA for an update of its investigation within six months, AP reported.
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First Edition: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
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Viewpoints: ‘The Pitt’ Exposes Burnout In The ER; Why People Watch Videos Of Strangers Getting Medical Results
Editorial writers discuss these public health issues.
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Penicillin Allergy Testing Can Now Be Done As Part Of Routine Hospital Care
An international study found that about 95% of people labeled as allergic to penicillin were misdiagnosed as children or have grown out of the allergy. A smartphone app assesses patients' risk, and those deemed to have a low-risk penicillin allergy can be offered a direct oral challenge — a penicillin antibiotic — and observed for a possible reaction.
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Colorado Bill Would Shield So-Called Orphan Drugs From Pricing Caps
The measure is facing pushback because it has the potential to ensnare FDA-approved medications prescribed for common conditions that also are used to treat rare diseases. Plus, news on Medicaid cuts and conversion therapy.
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As More Treatment Centers Close, Mich. Kids In Crisis Sent Out Of State
According to a recent Department of Health and Human Services report, 152 youths in Michigan's direct-placement program were living in out-of-state facilities as of September, with some placed as far away as Arizona and Hawaii.
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Man’s Death Triggers Lawsuit Alleging Connecticut Hospital Ran ‘Tele-ICU’
A patient was complaining of abdominal pain when he was admitted to the Bridgeport Hospital ICU the day before he died. The family's lawyers contend that a lack of onsite physicians slowed down intervention and made it difficult to communicate the severity of his symptoms, leading to his death. Yale New Haven Health, which owns the hospital, said it was unable to comment on pending litigation.
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RSV Shots For Infants, Toddlers Urged As Virus Shows Few Signs Of Abating
Respiratory syncytial virus peaked late, and the test positivity rate is higher than normal for this time of year. Because of that, health officials have extended the immunization period through April.
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CMS Sets A 2.48% Medicare Advantage Payment Rate Increase For 2027
CMS originally proposed a 0.09% rate increase but bumped it up following industry pushback. Other Trump administration news is on TrumpRx, ARPA-H, the immigration crisis, and more.
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First Edition: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
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Viewpoints: For Rural Communities, Rural Health Program Could Be Their Downfall; HRT Is About Living Better
Opinion writers tackle these public health topics.
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Elevance Says Its Controversial Fine For OON Referrals Will Soon Apply To NY
The insurer's policy to penalize hospitals that send patients to out-of-network providers has been introduced in 11 other states. In New York, with a few exceptions, hospitals’ pay could be cut by 7.5% if the insurer's members are directed elsewhere for care.
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Studying Autism And Alzheimer’s Together May Unlock New Treatments
Although more study needs to be done, an analysis shows that people with autism are 2.6 times more likely to be diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's, and some studies point to a higher risk of Parkinson’s disease. Plus, scientists now believe that longevity is ruled by both genes and environment equally.
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Trump Admin Shifts Focus Of Title X From Contraception To Conception
The White House released the budget changes for the program, which provides reproductive and sexual health care for millions of low-income Americans. These changes would go into effect when the clinics are due to reapply for funding in January 2027.
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