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Health Policy
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Understanding RFK Jr.’s potential HHS powers and why to avoid ‘sane-washing’ him
It’s crucial for your audience to understand how dangerous Robert F. Kennedy’s beliefs are to public health.
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What to know about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s anti-vaccine advocacy
Audiences need ongoing, accurate information about Kennedy’s beliefs on vaccines and health policy — and what he could do as…
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‘No one can see you now’: What states are doing to boost primary care
This webinar examined what actions states have taken to increase spending on primary care and what effect these efforts can…
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Deep cuts in health spending likely under second Trump administration, experts say
KFF policy experts said that the second Trump administration will likely limit abortion access and cut spending for Medicaid and…
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For Medicare members, the Inflation Reduction Act cuts drug costs, spreads out payments
In 2025, the Inflation Reduction Act will lower drug copayment costs and allow monthly payment plans for Medicare Part D…
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Emerging federal priorities on substance use policy remain unclear
What is Congress likely to do to address substance use policy? That was the question during a fall summit session…
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For Medicare open enrollment, journalists should advise: buyer beware
For seniors seeking health insurance coverage for 2025, open enrollment comes with new risks. During open enrollment (Oct. 15 through…
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STAT’s “Denied by AI” series a model of solid investigative journalism
The series detailed the dangers of using an AI-driven algorithm to assist doctors and insurance case managers in patient decision-making.
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9 story ideas to cover now about AI-driven algorithm use in health care
Journalists can find several follow-up story ideas from a 2024 Pulitzer finalist series on the dangers of using AI to…
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Once again, new rules are needed to improve mental health and substance use care
Most Americans have health insurance, but insurers limit mental health care for millions by paying providers too little.