Limitados por políticas de Trump, los registros de cáncer solo reconocerán a pacientes como “hombre” o “mujer”
By Rachana Pradhan
November 24, 2025
KFF Health News Original
Este cambio, según científicos y defensores de pacientes, afectará negativamente la salud de la población transgénero, una de las más marginadas del país.
First Edition: Monday, Nov. 24, 2025
November 24, 2025
Morning Briefing
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
Kennedy Sharpens Vaccine Attacks, Without Scientific Backing
By Céline Gounder
November 24, 2025
KFF Health News Original
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claims that the aluminum ingredients in vaccines cause a variety of harmful reactions, from allergies to autism. Scientists say that’s wrong and warn of risks if they’re removed. Here are some of the basics.
Kids and Teens Go Full Throttle for E-Bikes as Federal Oversight Stalls
By Kate Ruder
Updated December 3, 2025
Originally Published November 24, 2025
KFF Health News Original
States, counties, and schools step in to improve safety amid an uptick in e-bike injuries, while federal regulatory efforts stagnate.
Una crisis de salud oculta tras los desastres naturales: la proliferación de moho en los hogares
By Jonathan R.M. Charles
November 23, 2025
KFF Health News Original
Se estima que el 47% de los edificios residenciales de Estados Unidos tiene humedad o moho. Así que, aunque la última temporada de huracanes esté por terminar, siguen presentes los problemas de salud asociados al moho.
The Covid Contrarian Clubhouse Makes Its Mark on Trump’s Washington
By Rachana Pradhan
November 21, 2025
KFF Health News Original
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What To Know About the CDC’s Baseless New Guidance on Autism
By Arthur Allen
Updated November 21, 2025
Originally Published November 21, 2025
KFF Health News Original
A reshaped CDC website suggesting that vaccines cause autism has appalled the medical community.
Las quejas sobre deficiencias en Medicare Advantage son comunes, pero la supervisión federal es rara
By Susan Jaffe
November 21, 2025
KFF Health News Original
Documentos gubernamentales obtenidos por KFF Health News muestran que la agencia que supervisa Medicare Advantage no se esfuerza por hacer cumplir normas vigentes.
Smaller Clinics, Hospitals Rent Portable PET/CT Scanners As Demand Grows
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
Mobile medical equipment rental companies are growing as hospitals seek newer technology to keep up with the increased demand for diagnostic testing and imaging — without the hefty price tag. In other news, Medicare reimbursement is due to increase 2.2% for dialysis facilities next year.
New Jersey High Court Declares Shaken Baby Syndrome Testimony Unreliable
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
The state Supreme Court decision comes amid two upcoming child abuse cases and called expert testimony “scientifically unreliable and inadmissible.” Other places making news include Illinois, Virginia, the Navajo Nation, California, and Washington state.
Longer Looks: Interesting Reads You Might Have Missed
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
Each week, KFF Health News finds longer stories for you to read. Today’s selections are on alpha-gal syndrome, “low T,” the role frogs play in human health, and more.
CDC Loses Credibility Among Experts After Vaccine-Autism Reversal
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
Backlash was swift after the agency altered its website to say: “The claim ‘vaccines do not cause autism’ is not an evidence-based claim.'” Even Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) chimed in: “What parents need to hear right now is vaccines … are safe and effective and will not cause autism.”
GOP Senator Unveils Legislation For ‘Trump Health Freedom Accounts’
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
The bill from Sen. Rick Scott of Florida — which is called the “More Affordable Care Act” — resembles a health savings account but could be tapped to pay insurance premiums, Politico reported. However, the account could not be used to pay premiums for any health plan that covers abortion or gender transition procedures, the legislation says.
Trump Admin Floats Idea To Squelch States’ Regulation Authority Over AI
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
A leaked copy of an executive order maps out strategies for dealing with states that try to manage artificial intelligence while also giving that power to the federal government. Plus, AI chatbots are now dishing advice about how to reverse abortions.
Two-Thirds Of Cancer Patients Don’t Meet Cancer Screening Criteria: Study
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
The current U.S. Preventive Services Task Force guidelines disproportionately exclude women, minority racial and ethnic groups, and never-smokers. Also: Abbott Laboratories has signed a deal to buy a cancer screening company for $21 billion.
Morning Briefing for Friday, November 21, 2025
November 21, 2025
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First Edition: Friday, Nov. 21, 2025
November 21, 2025
Morning Briefing
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
After Series of Denials, His Insurer Approved Doctor-Recommended Cancer Care. It Was Too Late.
By Lauren Sausser
November 21, 2025
KFF Health News Original
Eric Tennant’s doctors recommended histotripsy, which would target, and potentially destroy, a cancerous tumor in his liver. But by the time his insurer approved the treatment, Tennant was no longer considered a good candidate. He died in September.
Cancer Stole Her Voice. She Used AI, Curse Words, and Kids’ Books To Get It Back.
By April Dembosky, KQED
November 21, 2025
KFF Health News Original
After a total glossectomy and laryngectomy to treat her cancer, Sonya Sotinsky can no longer speak. She searched for a way to sound like herself again and now pays out-of-pocket for an artificial intelligence app that can replicate her old voice — emotion, inflection, and all.
