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Nevada Reproductive Rights Ballot Initiative Blocked By District Judge

November 27, 2023 Morning Briefing

A newly formed PAC filed a lawsuit last month to block a petition that had been seeking to enshrine reproductive rights, including abortion, in Nevada’s constitution. District Judge James T. Russell has now sided with the PAC. Other abortion-related news is from Ohio, Arizona, D.C., and elsewhere.

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China’s Surge Of Respiratory Infections No Longer Thought To Be A Threat

November 27, 2023 Morning Briefing

The surge had initially raised concerns that it may be a covid-like novel pathogen. Other news is on low flu vaccine rates among Florida kids.

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After Delays, Florida Releases New Covid Database

November 27, 2023 Morning Briefing

The state Department of Health has released a database containing a year’s worth of information. Meanwhile, in San Francisco, the covid death rate during the pandemic was lower than many other populated areas.

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Politicians Rethink Primary Care, But Medical School Output Isn’t Meeting Demand For Doctors

November 27, 2023 Morning Briefing

Politico explains how President Barack Obama’s promise that people could “keep their doctors” is likely to fail. Separately, former President Donald Trump is in the news for his plans for “alternatives” to the Affordable Care Act. Health care policies of Govs. Ron DeSantis (R-Florida) and Gavin Newsom (D-California) are also in the news.

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Recall Expands As Cantaloupe Salmonella Issue Linked To 2 Deaths

November 27, 2023 Morning Briefing

The two deaths happened in Minnesota, but at least 99 people across 32 states have been sickened. The FDA has now expanded the recall, covering three more brands of cantaloupes. Also in the news: an effort to contain rabies; a norovirus outbreak; lead-contaminated applesauce; more.

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First Edition: November 27, 2023

November 27, 2023 Morning Briefing

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

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Two photos where Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is picture on the left and California Gov. Gavin Newsom is on the right.

Health Care Is Front and Center as DeSantis and Newsom Go Mano a Mano

By Daniel Chang and Angela Hart November 27, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis and California’s Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom will square off in a first-of-its-kind debate on Nov. 30. KFF Health News compared the political rivals’ health care positions, showing how their policies have helped — or hindered — the health of their states’ residents.

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Two photos where Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is picture on the left and California Gov. Gavin Newsom is on the right.

La atención de salud, en el centro del debate entre DeSantis y Newsom

By Daniel Chang and Angela Hart November 27, 2023 KFF Health News Original

El candidato presidencial republicano Ron DeSantis y el gobernador demócrata Gavin Newsom —rivales políticos y representantes de la América roja y azul— se enfrentarán en un debate sin precedentes el 30 de noviembre en Georgia.

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A digital illustration painted with colorful gouache in yellow and blue tones shows a woman with her head tilted back in exhaustion, exposing her neck. The thyroid gland, shaped like a butterfly, is painted black in the center of her neck. Dots of various sizes swirl around her. Flowing into the thyroid gland are pill symbols. Dots with money symbols flow out.

Many Autoimmune Disease Patients Struggle With Diagnosis, Costs, Inattentive Care

By Andy Miller Illustration by Oona Zenda November 27, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Despite the prevalence of autoimmune conditions, like the thyroid disease Hashimoto’s, sometimes finding help can prove frustrating as well as expensive. There are often no definitive diagnostic tests, so patients may rack up big bills as they search for confirmation of their condition and for treatment options.

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Members of the Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising rally in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. They are illuminated by a strong red light. A woman standing in the center, while protesters around her hold signs with anti-abortion slogans.

Progressive and Anti-Abortion? New Group Plays Fast and Loose to Make Points

By Darius Tahir November 27, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising, which operates mostly in the nation’s capital, is part of a confrontational anti-abortion movement that embraces all types of media — graffiti, social media, and livestreams — to communicate a smashmouth message.

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A digital illustration of Andy Miller in the center, with a doctor and a pill bottle to each side. Above him, text reads "THYROID PROBLEM"

How the Thyroid Gland Mystifies Doctors and Patients

By Oona Zenda and Andy Miller November 27, 2023 KFF Health News Original

This illustrated report has been adapted from a KFF Health News article, “Many Autoimmune Disease Patients Struggle With Diagnosis, Costs, Inattentive Care” by Andy Miller, with artwork by Oona Tempest.

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Three people stand behind lecterns on a debate stage. Former governor of South Carolina and United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley stands on the left, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is in the center and currently speaking, and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy stands on the right.

What Would a DeSantis Presidency Look Like for Health Care?

By Romy Ellenbogen, Tampa Bay Times and Christopher O’Donnell, Tampa Bay Times November 24, 2023 KFF Health News Original

Ron DeSantis’ record as Florida governor provides some clues to how he would change the health care landscape if elected president. In his five years as governor, DeSantis has promoted stricter abortion rules and emphasized individual freedom over the benefits of public health.

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Backlash to Affirmative Action Hits Pioneering Maternal Health Program for Black Women

By Ronnie Cohen November 24, 2023 KFF Health News Original

A San Francisco program offers a $1,000-a-month stipend for pregnant Black and Pacific Islander women, part of an effort to address severe racial disparities in maternal health. But conservative groups have sued to shut down the Abundant Birth Project, part of a national backlash against affirmative action in health care.

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1 in 3 People Dropped by Utah Medicaid Left Uninsured, a ‘Concerning’ Sign for Nation

By Phil Galewitz November 22, 2023 KFF Health News Original

About a third of the 130,000 people Utah has dropped from Medicaid this year say they now lack health insurance. It’s a glimpse into the fate of people caught up in Medicaid’s “unwinding.”

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To Balance Roaring Demand, Novo Is Rationing Ozempic Starter Kits

November 22, 2023 Morning Briefing

The drugmaker is rationing the starter kits in Europe and also reducing supplies of another diabetes drug to focus on Ozempic production. Also in the news: Medtronic, Merck, Caraway Therapeutics, Monsanto, Epic Systems, Moderna, and more.

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Report: $800M In Funds For Floridians With Disabilities Are Unspent

November 22, 2023 Morning Briefing

A nonprofit’s investigation found that state and federal matching funds meant for people with lifelong disabilities haven’t been spent over the past two years. Among other news, researchers can again access gun owner data in California; social media access for kids in New Jersey; and more.

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Perspectives: Filling Scripts Annually Can Ease Burden On Pharmacies; Are Generics No Longer Affordable?

November 22, 2023 Morning Briefing

Read recent commentaries about pharmaceutical issues.

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Bacteriocin Is The Latest Weapon In The Fight Against AMR; New Hybrid Drug Proves Effective Against Malaria

November 22, 2023 Morning Briefing

Read recent pharmaceutical developments in KFF Health News’ Prescription Drug Watch roundup.

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Viewpoints: Withholding Your Opinions Is Harmful To Your Health; Where Are All The Infectious Disease Doctors?

November 22, 2023 Morning Briefing

Editorial writers discuss emotional suppression, infectious disease specialists, gun violence and more.

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Researchers: Your Cup Of Joe Might Protect You Against Severe Covid

November 22, 2023 Morning Briefing

Fox News reports on the new study, which suggests that both ground coffee and instant coffee were found to have benefits, as was decaffeinated coffee. Also in the news: income disparities and heart risk; red wine headaches; unnecessary antibiotics; and more.

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