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Featured Health Policy
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Deep federal cuts will make health care financially toxic, driving up medical debt
Federal cuts to Medicaid, Medicare and other health programs will make it much more difficult for families to pay for…
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Is ICE undermining patient privacy by using Medicaid data?
A December court decision allowed federal ICE agents to use Medicaid data to identify where people live as part of…
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‘Starved in jail’ is a story in every U.S. county
Sarah Stillman’s piece “Starved in Jail” asks why incarcerated people die of neglect when private companies are paid millions for…
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New Medicaid work rules will challenge enrollees and states
Officials in 42 states have until 2027 to put new Medicaid work requirements in place so that millions can enroll…
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Despite federal efforts, drug prices may not drop much
In January, new lower drug prices will go into effect for 10 high-cost drugs, saving Medicare members millions in out…
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How much will TrumpRx reduce drug prices?
Many questions remain unanswered about TrumpRx, the administration’s direct-to-consumer prescription drug referral site announced last month.
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New report reveals major gaps in Medicare access, quality and affordability
A new scorecard from The Commonwealth Fund ranks states on how easily beneficiaries can access Medicare services in their area.
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How to cover SNAP and WIC cuts after USDA ends food security reports
Losing this “gold standard” source of data on food security will make tracking hunger much more difficult for journalists and…
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How to cover the budget megabill’s effect on food insecurity
The new law imposes stricter eligibility rules, adds work requirements and cuts funds for SNAP and WIC, lifelines for millions…
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New COVID-19 vaccine guidance fuels confusion, uncertainty for older adults
ACIP’s new recommendation leaves many patients and providers unsure about current advice and whether they can obtain a COVID-19 vaccine.