Latest KFF Health News Stories
As States’ Concerns Grow About Medicaid Losses, Study Analyzes Impact On Families
Officials and advocates from Rhode Island to California are trying to parse how their Medicaid programs will be affected.
Issues And Impacts: What If The House GOP Health Plan Were To Become Law
News outlets detail some of the other major changes advanced by this measure, which will face an uphill climb in the Senate if it clears the House of Representatives.
Democrats See Roadblocks For GOP Bill In Arcane Budget Procedures Used In The Senate
Because the bill will be brought up under rules that don’t allow a filibuster, Senate officials will strike any provisions that don’t deal with federal spending, and Democrats think they can use that to amend the Republican legislation.
‘Rendezvous With Destiny’ Or Test Of Partisan Unity — Where Do Representatives Stand?
There’s a lot riding on the vote scheduled to occur later today on the American Health Care Act and news outlets across the country are reporting on where their delegations stand.
Conservative Groups Amp Up Pressure On GOP Rank-And-File To Oppose The American Health Care Act
Organizations such as the Heritage Foundation and the Americans for Prosperity are “flexing their muscles” to rally conservative House members against the House GOP plan because they believe it doesn’t go far enough to truly dismantle Obamacare.
As Republicans Woo Conservatives, They Offer ‘A Complete Unwinding’ Of Medicaid Rules
To gain more support for the legislation, House leaders have endorsed dramatic changes in the current Medicaid program, including a move to different funding formulas, the ability of states to require some enrolled adults to work and pay premiums and the end of the expansion supported by the Affordable Care Act.
Obamacare’s Essential Health Benefits May Fall Prey To Legislative Horse Trading
Some of the intense, intra-GOP negotiations focus on easing federal requirements that insurers cover such basic services as prescription drugs, maternity care and substance abuse treatment.
Will There Be Art To This Deal? Trump, House Leaders Make Last-Ditch Bids For Health Plan
President Donald Trump is “pulling out all the stops” to win the 215 votes necessary to pass the GOP measure in the House. In doing so, he and Republican leaders face a delicate balancing act between the interests of caucus conservatives and moderates. Meanwhile, members who resist could face retribution.
House GOP Health Plan Vote Nears Amidst Uncertainty
It will be a long day for President Donald Trump and House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) as they push to gather the needed support to ensure passage of the American Health Care Act, a measure that is key to both of their futures.
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
Viewpoints: Concern Over NIH Budget Cuts; Abortion And The Supreme Court Again Are Front And Center
A selection of opinions on health care from around the nation.
Policy Thoughts: Much Is At Stake As The House Approaches A Vote On The GOP Health Bill
Editorial pages across the country are full of tough talk for the American Health Care Act and challenges for the Republican Party.
Perspectives: FDA Nominee’s Laissez-Faire Regulatory Posture Bad For Public Health
Read recent commentaries about drug-cost issues.
Patient Groups Losing Faith In Pharma
News outlets report on stories related to pharmaceutical drug pricing.
Outlets report on news from Florida, Arizona, Georgia, Illinois, Missouri and California.
Va. Board Of Health ‘Watered Down’ Abortion Regulations, Foundation Claims In Suit
The Family Foundation of Virginia is issuing a legal challenge to the board’s decision to do away with hospital-style regulations for abortion clinics imposed by the General Assembly in 2011. Media outlets report on news out of Missouri and Texas, as well.
The Rules Have Changed: Exercise Is A Good Idea During Pregnancy
Despite the traditional advice that rest is important, a group of researches offer guidelines for pregnant women about how best to gain benefits from exercising while they are expecting. In other news, a study finds that prenatal vitamins with DHA supplements don’t boost a baby’s brains and news on the marketing of vasectomies.
Lawyers For OxyContin Maker Ask Judge To Dismiss Suit Filed By City Over Opioid Epidemic
Purdue Pharma argues that the lawsuit by Everett, Washington, has “multiple, independent legal failings.” In other stories on the nation’s drug crisis: the nominee for New Hampshire attorney general has defended a major opioid manufacturer; an Ohio toxicologist develops a test for carfentanil; kids call 911 when they wake up to find their overdosed parents; and the debate over needle exchanges goes on as hepatitis C spreads.
Hospital Bills Due To Gun Injuries Cost $6.6 Billion Over Last 8 Years
And that tally does not include expensive emergency room treatment. Today’s stories cover other public health news related to cancer and breast implants, Lewy body dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, smoking, “synthetic biology,” teen marijuana use, heart disease and more.
