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Congress’ Battle Against Opioid Crisis Becomes Slog, As Thousands Die

October 23, 2023 Morning Briefing

There seems to be no answer from Congress for the opioid drug crisis, Politico reports. And an investigation reveals drug overdose deaths are soaring at Georgia prisons. Elsewhere, it’s reported Texas cities are destroying expired Narcan doses despite that they can still be effective against overdoses.

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Your ‘Friendly’ AI Chatbot May Give You Racist Health Guidance

October 23, 2023 Morning Briefing

Some high-profile artificial intelligence chatbots perpetuate false or debunked medical information about Black people, a new study has found, reminding us of the risks of using low-quality data to train the new tech even as other reports show how much promise AI has in some health care settings.

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Morning Briefing for Monday, October 23, 2023

October 23, 2023 Morning Briefing

Opioid settlements, Medicare Advantage, finding covid shots, Medicaid enrollments, AI chatbots, dementia, and more are in the news.

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Georgia Enrolls Just 1,343 So Far For Medicaid Program With Work Requirement

October 23, 2023 Morning Briefing

The new Georgia Pathways to Coverage is off to a slow start, enrolling fewer than estimated people in the first 3 months of the alternative Medicaid program. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution secured the records from the state.

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Viewpoints: FDA Oversight Needed For Lab-Developed Tests; Here’s How We Got The Covid Response Wrong

October 23, 2023 Morning Briefing

Editorial writers discuss lab testing, covid responses, advanced directives and more.

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First Edition: Oct. 23, 2023

October 23, 2023 Morning Briefing

Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.

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Using Opioid Settlement Cash for Police Gear Like Squad Cars and Scanners Sparks Debate

By Aneri Pattani October 23, 2023 KFF Health News Original

State and local governments will receive a windfall of more than $50 billion over 18 years from settlements with companies that made, sold, or distributed opioid painkillers. Using the funds for law enforcement has triggered important questions about what the money was meant for.

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Tiny, Rural Hospitals Feel the Pinch as Medicare Advantage Plans Grow

By Sarah Jane Tribble October 23, 2023 KFF Health News Original

More than half of seniors are enrolled in private Medicare Advantage plans instead of traditional Medicare. Rural enrollment has increased fourfold and many small-town hospitals say that threatens their viability.

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Quick Genetic Test Offers Hope for Sick, Undiagnosed Kids. But Few Insurers Offer to Pay.

By Phil Galewitz October 23, 2023 KFF Health News Original

A new, rapid genetic test shows promise in increasing diagnoses and improving treatment for some children with rare genetic conditions. Many insurers won’t cover it, but Florida’s Medicaid program is among those that see benefits — and, potentially, savings.

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Pruebas genéticas rápidas a bebés pueden salvar vidas, pero muchas aseguradoras no las cubren

By Phil Galewitz October 23, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Que Medicaid cubra la prueba puede expandir significativamente el acceso para los bebés; el programa de salud federal gerenciado por los estados que asegura a las familias de bajos ingresos y que cubre a más del 40% de los niños en su primer año de vida.

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¿Por qué sigue siendo tan difícil encontrar vacunas contra covid para niños pequeños?

By Jackie Fortiér, LAist October 20, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Por primera vez desde el inicio de la pandemia, el gobierno federal no paga directamente a los fabricantes por las dosis de covid, un proceso que permitió a médicos y farmacéuticos recibir envíos de forma gratuita.

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Why Is Finding Covid Shots for Young Children Still So Hard?

By Jackie Fortiér, LAist October 20, 2023 KFF Health News Original

In Los Angeles and elsewhere, some parents are having trouble finding the new pediatric covid shot, especially for young children. Not all pediatricians or pharmacies have it and can administer it, even if vaccines.gov says they can.

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Viewpoints: The ‘Passive Positives’ Can Increase Booster Numbers; Yellow Fever Is On The Rise In The South

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

Editorial writers discuss covid boosters, yellow fever, weight-loss drugs, and more.

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Longer Looks: Interesting Reads You Might Have Missed

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

Each week, KFF Health News finds longer stories for you to enjoy. This week’s selections include stories on life expectancy, Lunchables, male breast cancer, mental health, and more.

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Scientists Find 12 Genetic Variations Linked To Suicide Attempt Risks

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

The study included worldwide analysis of almost 1 million people and found 12 DNA changes linked to a higher risk of suicide attempts. Separately, the USS George Washington has returned to sea with more mental health care in place after a series of suicides aboard.

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By 2050, Yearly Deaths From Strokes Will Rise 50% Over Current Levels

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

Researchers say as many as 9.7 million people per year will die from strokes. Other reports note that strokes are more common and more serious when they strike women. Also: the unregulated status of “toddler milks”; rising numbers of young children falling ill from contact with vape liquids; and more.

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North Texas School Aims To Help Students On Medicaid With New Clinic

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

The goal of the Denton Independent School District is to help make health care more readily available for its students. Meanwhile, reports say 10 Republican-led states are scrambling to improve health care systems after refusing to expand Medicaid.

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Early Clinical Trials Show ‘Exciting’ Promise For Prostate Cancer Treatment

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

The new process targets messages that cancer uses to hijack white blood cells, and in trials it made advanced prostate cancers more treatable. In other news on cancer, researchers are looking at applying AI to help detect pancreatic cancer earlier.

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CDC Warns Tropical Flesh-Eating Parasite Is Now Endemic In Texas

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

Some sandflies native to the southern U.S. are spreading the Leishmania mexicana parasite, which can lead to people suffering skin sores and longer-term damage. Climate change is playing a part in the parasite’s new foothold. Also in the news: a promising trial result for a pill against Dengue fever.

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New Treatment Clinic Opens For People With Down Syndrome In Southeast

October 20, 2023 Morning Briefing

AdventHealth’s Stella Tremonti Down Syndrome Clinic is opening for specialty treatments in Orlando. In New York, the Samaritan Medical Center in Waterton is pausing some services due to a major water main break. Also: Aetna coverage cuts, money-saving from price transparency, and more.

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