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1,700 University Of Illinois Hospital Nurses To Strike Nov. 13

November 4, 2024 Morning Briefing

If the strike is not averted, it will be the second one since August. Other health industry news is on New Jersey’s CarePoint Health, Zoom, Boston Children’s Hospital, and more.

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Morning Briefing for Monday, November 4, 2024

November 4, 2024 Morning Briefing

What the election means for big health issues. Plus, news on Medicare reimbursements, fluoride, vaccines, mifepristone, and more.

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On Eve Of Election, Trump Campaign Floats Bans On Fluoride, Some Vaccines

November 4, 2024 Morning Briefing

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said he’s “OK” with a proposal by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to tell “all U.S. water systems to remove fluoride from public water.” And in an interview with NBC News, Trump also said he’ll “make a decision” on banning certain vaccines — he didn’t say which ones — based on advice he receives from RFK Jr.

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CMS Releases Final Medicare Reimbursement Rules for 2025

November 4, 2024 Morning Briefing

Among the many new rules are physician reimbursement cuts of 2.9%, and hospital outpatient department boosts of 2.9%. Congress braces for a post-election lobbying fight. In other Medicare news: rural health care, star ratings, and more.

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Viewpoints: The Battle Against Mifepristone Carries On; Overturning Roe Is Killing Women

November 4, 2024 Morning Briefing

Editorial writers tackle these public health topics.

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First Edition: Monday, Nov. 4, 2024

November 4, 2024 Morning Briefing

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

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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.

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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.

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What’s at Stake: A Pivotal Election for Six Big Health Issues

By Arthur Allen and Phil Galewitz and Julie Rovner and 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Viewpoints: ER Equality Desperately Needed; Your Doctor Is Probably Judging You

November 1, 2024 Morning Briefing

Editorial writers tackle these public health issues.

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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.

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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.

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