First Edition: Monday, Nov. 4, 2024
November 4, 2024
Morning Briefing
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
No Evidence Trump’s Drug Program for Terminal Patients Saved ‘Thousands’ of Lives
By Jacob Gardenswartz
November 4, 2024
KFF Health News Original
Though the former president has repeatedly hyped the impact of his experimental drug program, there’s no basis for his claims in government data, and medical experts say he’s exaggerating.
Election Outcome Could Bring Big Changes to Medicare
By Stephanie Armour
Updated November 4, 2024
Originally Published November 4, 2024
KFF Health News Original
Democrats and conservatives are divided over whether the federal health program for people over 65 should be run almost entirely by the private sector. If Trump retakes the White House, the shift to Medicare Advantage may accelerate.
What’s at Stake: A Pivotal Election for Six Big Health Issues
By Arthur Allen Phil Galewitz Julie Rovner Daniel Chang
November 1, 2024
KFF Health News Original
Health care has ebbed and surged as an election issue throughout the presidential campaign. Here are the ways some of the most consequential changes in health policies could hinge on whether Vice President Kamala Harris or former President Donald Trump wins.
Longer Looks: Interesting Reads You Might Have Missed
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Each week, KFF Health News finds longer stories for you to enjoy. Today’s selections are on Kamala Harris’ mom, dietary guidelines, drugs, and more.
Abortion And Transgender Rights In Spotlight In Closing Days Of Election
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Democrats are leaning into reproductive rights issues as the election clock ticks down. Meanwhile, abortion-rights groups raise more money than opponents on ballot measures. Also, Republicans and the Trump campaign are hanging their closing arguments in part on transgender rights issues.
Louisiana Sued Over Its Law Controlling Drugs Used In Abortions
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Misoprostol and mifepristone are commonly used for other reproductive health care emergencies, and the lawsuit contends that the red tape providers must go through before the meds can be administered endangers patients. Also, ProPublica details the case of a woman who died after pleading for help during a miscarriage. “This is how these restrictions kill women,” one physician said.
Amid Shortages, IV Fluid Manufacturing Restarts at Baxter
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
On the heels of an October survey where nearly 90% of providers said they were experiencing an IV fluid shortage, Baxter has announced that it is restarting production of IV solution. Albeit slowly, solutions are expected to ship out later this month at the earliest.
US Could Learn From Canada’s Rx For Easing Drug Shortages: Study
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Canadian officials show that reviewing emerging supply chain issues and taking steps to limit potential problems worked in its favor. Also in the news: noncompete bans, schizophrenia drugs, baby formula, and more.
TB Back On Top As World’s Deadliest Infectious Disease, WHO Reports
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
“The fact that TB still kills and sickens so many people is an outrage, when we have the tools to prevent it, detect it and treat it,” said Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. Meanwhile, a Georgia high school student sick with tuberculosis might have infected hundreds.
Working Long, Lonely Hours, Family Caregivers Reach For Support
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
NPR looks at one woman’s struggle with isolation as she navigated caring for her mother. Also in public health news: the effects of sitting too much, nicotine pouches, sugar limits, and more.
Texas Requires Hospitals To Track Cost Of Treating Undocumented Patients
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
In a move that contrasts with the Biden administration’s immigration policy, Texas is requiring all hospitals to ask about patients’ immigration status, and track cost of care for those without legal status. Notably, medical care cannot be denied based on a patient’s answer.
Viewpoints: ER Equality Desperately Needed; Your Doctor Is Probably Judging You
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Editorial writers tackle these public health issues.
Morning Briefing for Friday, November 1, 2024
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Dental nightmares, paid sick leave, Obamacare and open enrollment, health campaign issues get hot, IV fluid and drug shortages, TB, and more.
Obamacare Enrollment Begins Today
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Americans, now including DACA recipients, may sign up for plans through Dec. 15 at HealthCare.gov. Despite the ACA being a sticking point among Republicans, insurers are opening up more plans in traditionally red states.
ACA Reemerges As Campaign Issue: Harris Warns Trump Would Slash Law; Trump Says He Wouldn’t End It
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
The Affordable Care Act is once again kicking up campaign fodder in the final days of this year’s presidential election. Kamala Harris warns that Donald Trump would slash Obamacare if reelected. Trump says he never wanted to end the law. The debate raises broader questions about what health agencies and policy face under a possible second Trump White House.
‘Whether They Like It Or Not’: Trump’s Vow To ‘Protect’ Women Seized By Harris
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
As both presidential candidates try to appeal to women voters, Kamala Harris says Donald Trump’s assertion he will “protect” them is “offensive to everybody.” Other campaign issues in the news include immigrant health policies and paid leave.
RFK Jr. As Health Czar? Possible Roles In A Trump Administration Floated
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
HHS Secretary. White House health czar (including working on women’s or children’s health). There’s a lot of speculation over the role Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would play in a possible Trump administration, with the campaign now floating jobs that don’t require Senate confirmation.
First Edition: Friday, November 1, 2024
November 1, 2024
Morning Briefing
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
