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Here's How to Lose Midterms

Medicaid cuts could harm the Republican party's midterm election prospects due to its wide popularity.

What to Know About Medicaid: Who Is Covered, and What Happens If the Budget Is Slashed?

Medicaid is a vital health insurance program for low-income Americans, targeting cuts amid budget restructuring.

Cory Booker Slams Trump's Policies in Marathon Senate Floor Speech

Senator Cory Booker criticized the Trump administration's healthcare and social programs during a prolonged speech, emphasizing a perceived national crisis.

Critics say GOP Medicaid cuts could slash fentanyl addiction treatment

Proposed Medicaid cuts by Republicans raise concerns about jeopardizing opioid addiction treatment amid the fentanyl crisis.

SF LGBT

New Trump Medicaid directive attacks trans people's access to gender-affirming care

The Trump administration escalates its efforts against transgender healthcare, specifically targeting Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming care for minors.

Right-wing politics

fromTruthout

fromThe American Conservative

The Republicans' Budget Proposal Would Make Steep Cuts to Medicaid. Most Americans Oppose That Idea, Poll Finds

Most Americans support Medicaid spending levels remaining the same or increasing, according to a recent poll.

Bipartisan agreement exists on the importance of Medicaid funding among voters.

Right-wing politics

Here's How to Lose Midterms

Medicaid cuts could harm the Republican party's midterm election prospects due to its wide popularity.

What to Know About Medicaid: Who Is Covered, and What Happens If the Budget Is Slashed?

Medicaid is a vital health insurance program for low-income Americans, targeting cuts amid budget restructuring.

Cory Booker Slams Trump's Policies in Marathon Senate Floor Speech

Senator Cory Booker criticized the Trump administration's healthcare and social programs during a prolonged speech, emphasizing a perceived national crisis.

Critics say GOP Medicaid cuts could slash fentanyl addiction treatment

Proposed Medicaid cuts by Republicans raise concerns about jeopardizing opioid addiction treatment amid the fentanyl crisis.

SF LGBT

New Trump Medicaid directive attacks trans people's access to gender-affirming care

The Trump administration escalates its efforts against transgender healthcare, specifically targeting Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming care for minors.

more#medicaid

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Women in technology

Men should be let carry out mammograms - experts

Experts advocate for male health workers to conduct breast screenings due to staff shortages.

Judge blocks Trump's anti-transgender health care order

A Maryland federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Trump's executive order threatening funding for medical professionals providing gender-affirming care.

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Trump slammed for directing NIH to study people's 'regret' after transitioning

The Trump administration is directing NIH to study trans people's regret regarding gender-affirming care despite evidence showing low rates of regret.

Transgender veterans' health services in question as VA rescinds guidance on care

The VA has rescinded a directive ensuring gender-affirming healthcare for transgender veterans, creating uncertainty about their care.

Privacy professionals

Doctors warn of 'terrifying' consequences as Trump HHS creates snitch line to report people who get gender-affirming care

New guidance allows reporting of doctors providing gender-affirming care to minors, compromising patient privacy.

The policy is criticized for targeting gender-affirming providers and instilling fear in the medical community.

The VA will deny gender dysphoria treatment to new patients

The VA will cease medical treatment for gender dysphoria for veterans, aligning with recent federal policies.

Trump administration announces end to gender-affirming care for transgender veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs is phasing out gender-affirming care for transgender veterans.

LGBT

Judge blocks Trump's anti-transgender health care order

A Maryland federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Trump's executive order threatening funding for medical professionals providing gender-affirming care.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Trump slammed for directing NIH to study people's 'regret' after transitioning

The Trump administration is directing NIH to study trans people's regret regarding gender-affirming care despite evidence showing low rates of regret.

Transgender veterans' health services in question as VA rescinds guidance on care

The VA has rescinded a directive ensuring gender-affirming healthcare for transgender veterans, creating uncertainty about their care.

Privacy professionals

Doctors warn of 'terrifying' consequences as Trump HHS creates snitch line to report people who get gender-affirming care

New guidance allows reporting of doctors providing gender-affirming care to minors, compromising patient privacy.

The policy is criticized for targeting gender-affirming providers and instilling fear in the medical community.

The VA will deny gender dysphoria treatment to new patients

The VA will cease medical treatment for gender dysphoria for veterans, aligning with recent federal policies.

Trump administration announces end to gender-affirming care for transgender veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs is phasing out gender-affirming care for transgender veterans.

more#transgender-rights

London politics

GPs in poor parts of England are paid 5,500 less a year than in wealthy areas, study finds

GPs in deprived areas earn significantly less than those in affluent areas, impacting their working conditions and exacerbating health inequalities.

Trump Administration Nixes Plan to Cover Anti-Obesity Drugs Through Medicare

Trump's administration ruled out coverage for high-demand obesity treatments under Medicare.

Medicare Will Not Cover GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss

Medicare and Medicaid will not cover weight-loss drugs for obesity treatment, affecting millions.

fromMedCity News

Healthcare

Peterson Center on Healthcare: 3 Policy Recommendations for Remote Health Technologies - MedCity News

The report emphasizes the importance of evidence-based policies for reimbursement of remote monitoring technologies.

Policymakers should set duration limits and reassess medical necessity for ongoing coverage of remote monitoring services.

Trump Administration Nixes Plan to Cover Anti-Obesity Drugs Through Medicare

Trump's administration ruled out coverage for high-demand obesity treatments under Medicare.

Medicare Will Not Cover GLP-1 Drugs for Weight Loss

Medicare and Medicaid will not cover weight-loss drugs for obesity treatment, affecting millions.

fromMedCity News

Healthcare

Peterson Center on Healthcare: 3 Policy Recommendations for Remote Health Technologies - MedCity News

The report emphasizes the importance of evidence-based policies for reimbursement of remote monitoring technologies.

Policymakers should set duration limits and reassess medical necessity for ongoing coverage of remote monitoring services.

Trump's Health Playbook Is Straight Out of Project 2025 | KQED

Congressional Republicans are considering drastic Medicaid cuts, impacting healthcare access and consumer costs.

Project 2025 seeks to limit federal funding for Planned Parenthood, affecting women's healthcare.

Changes to health plans may increase consumer choice but also impose hidden risks.

After backlash, Planned Parenthood Arizona resumes gender-affirming care

Planned Parenthood Arizona has reinstated gender affirming care services after public outcry and concerns regarding federal guidelines affecting Medicaid.

fromKqed

Trump's Health Playbook Is Straight Out of Project 2025 | KQED

Congressional Republicans are considering drastic Medicaid cuts, impacting healthcare access and consumer costs.

Project 2025 seeks to limit federal funding for Planned Parenthood, affecting women's healthcare.

Changes to health plans may increase consumer choice but also impose hidden risks.

After backlash, Planned Parenthood Arizona resumes gender-affirming care

Planned Parenthood Arizona has reinstated gender affirming care services after public outcry and concerns regarding federal guidelines affecting Medicaid.

more#planned-parenthood

Trump's policies are destabilizing mental health care for veterans, sources say

Mental health care at the VA is suffering due to federal job cuts and new equity-focused policies.

Retirement

How Abortion Access Could Change for Veterans

Abortion rights advocates fear reinstatement of a VA abortion ban under the Trump Administration could reverse Biden's expansion of abortion access for veterans.

SF LGBT

Veterans Affairs clinicians sign letter against Trump's ban on trans vets' care: 'There is resistance'

Clinicians at the VA are protesting against the Trump administration's rollback of LGBTQ+ health protections, indicating a rise in fear and censorship within the agency.

SF LGBT

Congress members denounce VA's end to gender-affirming care, demand answers

Congress members oppose the VA's decision to phase out gender-affirming care for transgender veterans, highlighting the negative impact on their healthcare.

Mental health

Trump's policies are destabilizing mental health care for veterans, sources say

Mental health care at the VA is suffering due to federal job cuts and new equity-focused policies.

Retirement

How Abortion Access Could Change for Veterans

Abortion rights advocates fear reinstatement of a VA abortion ban under the Trump Administration could reverse Biden's expansion of abortion access for veterans.

SF LGBT

Veterans Affairs clinicians sign letter against Trump's ban on trans vets' care: 'There is resistance'

Clinicians at the VA are protesting against the Trump administration's rollback of LGBTQ+ health protections, indicating a rise in fear and censorship within the agency.

SF LGBT

Congress members denounce VA's end to gender-affirming care, demand answers

Congress members oppose the VA's decision to phase out gender-affirming care for transgender veterans, highlighting the negative impact on their healthcare.

more#veterans-affairs

fromIrish Independent

Women

Free HRT and dispensing fee scheme set to roll out this summer without agreement from pharmacists' union

HRT will be free for women starting June 1, with pharmacies receiving a €5 fee for dispensing.

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Is the New Political Order Undoing Decades of Healthcare Progress? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Current U.S. healthcare policy changes threaten decades of progress in equity and accessibility.

Parenting

fromThe New Yorker

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Letters from Our Readers

Gun violence and healthcare policy failures by Republicans significantly endanger children's futures in the U.S.

#mental-health

UK news

GP claims trans kids are starving themselves to prevent puberty after blockers ban

The ban on puberty blockers in the UK is leading trans youth to harmful measures to manage puberty.

Parenting

fromNew York Post

Letitia James harms kids by telling NY hospitals to ignore trans order

New York AG Letitia James insists on restarting transgender treatments for minors, risking hospital funding and overriding federal policies.

Medicine

Samizdat for Science

Identifying patients at risk for suicide is critical for primary-care physicians.

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

Mental health

NSW's sole women's only clinic dedicated to trauma ends game-changing' focus

Ramsay Clinic Thirroul has shifted from trauma-specific care to a broader general women's mental health focus.

UK news

GP claims trans kids are starving themselves to prevent puberty after blockers ban

The ban on puberty blockers in the UK is leading trans youth to harmful measures to manage puberty.

Parenting

fromNew York Post

Letitia James harms kids by telling NY hospitals to ignore trans order

New York AG Letitia James insists on restarting transgender treatments for minors, risking hospital funding and overriding federal policies.

Medicine

Samizdat for Science

Identifying patients at risk for suicide is critical for primary-care physicians.

Mental health

NSW's sole women's only clinic dedicated to trauma ends game-changing' focus

Ramsay Clinic Thirroul has shifted from trauma-specific care to a broader general women's mental health focus.

more#mental-health

#trump-administration

fromFast Company

Trump scraps Biden's plan to cover Wegovy and Zepbound through Medicare

Trump administration's decision excludes expensive obesity treatments from Medicare coverage.

fromNature

Big cuts to US AIDS prevention feared as NIH axes HIV research grants

The Trump administration is reducing funding and resources aimed at eradicating HIV in the U.S., jeopardizing public health efforts.

Fearing Trump, NYU Langone Shuns Trigger' Words Like Diverse'

NYU Langone Health's lawyers advised removing terms like "diverse" and "marginalized" from its communications to comply with new government policies.

fromLos Angeles Times

Children's Hospital L.A. stops initiating hormonal therapy for transgender patients under 19

Children's Hospital Los Angeles is pausing hormonal therapy for transgender youth under 19 in response to President Trump's new executive order.

US news

How Much Will That Surgery Cost? Hospital Price Lists Remain Largely Unhelpful

New healthcare price transparency measures face challenges in consumer usefulness and information quality.

Previous attempts at price transparency have resulted in complicated data that confounds consumers.

Medicine

Trans Youth Are Rattled by Efforts to Ban Gender Care. So Are Hospitals.

The Trump administration's executive order on transgender youth care has led to hospital compliance concerns, ethical dilemmas, and parental anxiety.

fromFast Company

Trump scraps Biden's plan to cover Wegovy and Zepbound through Medicare

Trump administration's decision excludes expensive obesity treatments from Medicare coverage.

fromNature

Big cuts to US AIDS prevention feared as NIH axes HIV research grants

The Trump administration is reducing funding and resources aimed at eradicating HIV in the U.S., jeopardizing public health efforts.

Fearing Trump, NYU Langone Shuns Trigger' Words Like Diverse'

NYU Langone Health's lawyers advised removing terms like "diverse" and "marginalized" from its communications to comply with new government policies.

fromLos Angeles Times

Children's Hospital L.A. stops initiating hormonal therapy for transgender patients under 19

Children's Hospital Los Angeles is pausing hormonal therapy for transgender youth under 19 in response to President Trump's new executive order.

US news

How Much Will That Surgery Cost? Hospital Price Lists Remain Largely Unhelpful

New healthcare price transparency measures face challenges in consumer usefulness and information quality.

Previous attempts at price transparency have resulted in complicated data that confounds consumers.

more#trump-administration

Medicine

Trans Youth Are Rattled by Efforts to Ban Gender Care. So Are Hospitals.

The Trump administration's executive order on transgender youth care has led to hospital compliance concerns, ethical dilemmas, and parental anxiety.

fromHackernoon

10 months ago

The Monetisation of Illness | HackerNoon

The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO sparked outrage over treatment denial in the U.S. healthcare system.

Europe news

fromenglish.elpais.com

Richest Americans have lower life expectancy than Europeans

Economic status significantly impacts life expectancy, with the wealthy living longer than the poor, particularly in the U.S.

OMG science

fromPortlandTribune.com

Opinion: Examining the human cost of anti-science politics

The new policies threaten research funding and workforce stability in health and science.

#assisted-dying

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Government concerns over assisted dying timeline

The government has concerns about delaying the assisted dying bill, moving the deadline to 2029 and allowing time for necessary systems and training.

UK politics

Conversation on assisted dying ends if bill voted down, says MP

The outcome of the assisted dying bill is crucial for terminally ill individuals, with possible dire consequences if it is rejected.

fromwww.bbc.com

UK politics

Government concerns over assisted dying timeline

The government has concerns about delaying the assisted dying bill, moving the deadline to 2029 and allowing time for necessary systems and training.

UK politics

Conversation on assisted dying ends if bill voted down, says MP

The outcome of the assisted dying bill is crucial for terminally ill individuals, with possible dire consequences if it is rejected.

Kennedy's early warning signs on vaccine policy

Recent measles outbreaks have reignited discussions about vaccine policies and personal choice in healthcare.

The Trump Administration Is Embracing Infection

The U.S. is actively dismantling its public health infrastructure, leading to a resurgence of infectious diseases.

Mental health

Study finds strongest evidence yet that shingles vaccine helps cut dementia risk

Shingles vaccination significantly reduces the risk of developing dementia by 20%, particularly in women.

Miscellaneous

Trump's pick for health secretary has many dangerous views but some good ideas, too | Devi Sridhar

The US could adopt UK-style health policies, but proposals by Robert F Kennedy Jr raise both promising and concerning implications for public health.

fromAxios

Kennedy's early warning signs on vaccine policy

Recent measles outbreaks have reignited discussions about vaccine policies and personal choice in healthcare.

The Trump Administration Is Embracing Infection

The U.S. is actively dismantling its public health infrastructure, leading to a resurgence of infectious diseases.

Mental health

Study finds strongest evidence yet that shingles vaccine helps cut dementia risk

Shingles vaccination significantly reduces the risk of developing dementia by 20%, particularly in women.

Miscellaneous

Trump's pick for health secretary has many dangerous views but some good ideas, too | Devi Sridhar

The US could adopt UK-style health policies, but proposals by Robert F Kennedy Jr raise both promising and concerning implications for public health.

more#public-health

California

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Trump administration targets California sex ed program

California's sex education curriculum faces review by the Trump administration, raising concerns about potential censorship of LGBTQ+ topics.

SF politics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Skelton: Newsom's dilemma after providing Medi-Cal to undocumented immigrants

Governor Newsom's healthcare spending for undocumented immigrants may hinder his 2028 presidential ambitions by re-emphasizing California's liberal image.

UK politics

Labour ads use NHS to attack Farage's views before major Reform rally

Labour targets Nigel Farage's NHS views in anticipation of upcoming local elections, challenging his healthcare policy proposals.

fromNew York Post

Trump is fighting Biden's drug-price battle - but patients will pay the cost

Trump's Justice Department is defending Biden's Inflation Reduction Act and its prescription drug price controls, despite internal warnings about negative impacts.

Health Insurance in America

The U.S. healthcare system's reliance on employer-provided insurance leads to significant gaps in coverage for many individuals.

Social justice

fromFast Company

17 red states are suing to end federal disability protections. Here's how you can support Section 504

The ongoing lawsuits threaten the protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 for people with disabilities.

Trump wants to lower the cost of IVF. New executive order seeks ideas to do that

Trump's executive order aims to expand access to IVF and reduce costs.

IVF became a key campaign issue after the Alabama Supreme Court ruling.

Access to IVF is inconsistent, varying significantly by state.

Critics argue the executive order lacks genuine legislative support.

fromWashington Post

New York won't comply with extradition of abortion provider, governor says

New York will not extradite a doctor charged in Louisiana for allegedly prescribing abortion drugs, highlighting tensions between states on abortion care.

Miscellaneous

fromwww.mediaite.com

JUST IN: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmed as HHS Secretary

Robert F. Kennedy's confirmation as Health and Human Services head is controversial due to his vaccine skepticism and potential impact on healthcare policy.

fromBrooklyn Paper