<ѻý>No One Is Happy With Texas Medical Board's Proposed Abortion Guidanceѻý> Board initially resisted calls to issue guidance on how to interpret state's new laws May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Quiet End to Doc's Sexual Assault Case; PFAS Whistleblower; Senior Site Questionedѻý> This past week in healthcare investigations May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Imagine What EHR Interoperability Could Do for Healthcareѻý> Connected systems would benefit patients and clinicians alike May 22, 2024
<ѻý>Senators Mull Ways to Stop Patent 'Abuse' by Pharma Companiesѻý> Manufacturers of brand-name drugs will try every tack to delay generic entry, experts say May 21, 2024
<ѻý>What's Driving Healthcare Consolidation? The Answer May Surprise Youѻý> To compete with big health systems, small providers have to get bigger, expert says May 21, 2024
<ѻý>NEJM Rescinds Embargo Policy Barring Physician-Focused Publicationsѻý> Change follows a campaign by the Association of Health Care Journalists May 21, 2024
<ѻý>Senate Paper Mulls Options for Fixing Physician Pay in Fee-for-Service Medicareѻý> Regular inflation updates, getting rid of MIPS among the ideas discussed May 20, 2024
<ѻý>FTC Oversight of Pharmaceutical Sector 'Minimal' Over Last 20-Plus Yearsѻý> The agency pursued a handful of actions per year, allowed 61 of 62 mergers it challenged May 20, 2024
<ѻý>Revisiting 'Left Without Being Seen' Metrics in the EDѻý> The current system drives problematic decisions regarding how care is allocated May 20, 2024
<ѻý>Lung Function Tests: End of Racial Adjustments Could Have Wide Impactѻý> Millions in the U.S. may be reclassified, changing work eligibility, disability compensation May 20, 2024
<ѻý>Measles Is Preventable. How Did the World End Up Back Here?ѻý> Health professionals must encourage vaccination and fight misinformation May 19, 2024
<ѻý>When It Comes to Preventive Health, Play the Long Gameѻý> Proposed budget scoring legislation can boost disease prevention and drive cost savings May 18, 2024
<ѻý>I'm a Former Surgeon General and I Couldn't Believe My $10k Medical Billѻý> Everyone must be able to access necessary care without fear of financial ruin May 17, 2024
<ѻý>MedPod Today: RFK Jr.'s Ailments; Tenpenny Gets License Back; Shady Stem Cell Shotsѻý> ѻý reporters offer further insights into these recently covered topics May 17, 2024 podcast
<ѻý>Want to Stay Safe From Bird Flu? Cook Meat at Recommended Temperature, USDA Saysѻý> No H5N1 has been found in the meat supply, but cooking meat well would kill it if it appeared May 16, 2024
<ѻý>NFL Team Doc Pleads Guilty in Double Fatality Crash; Doc Charged in 100 MPH Crashѻý> A weekly roundup of healthcare's encounters with the courts May 16, 2024
<ѻý>Slovakian PM's Prognosis; Kate Middleton's Treatment; Drug Test Cheatingѻý> Health news and commentary gathered by ѻý staff May 16, 2024
<ѻý>HHS Suspends Federal Funding for Group Tied to Wuhan Labѻý> EcoHealth Alliance widely faulted for allegedly conducting gain-of-function coronavirus research May 15, 2024
<ѻý>New Mexico a Safe Haven for Trans Youthѻý> Located near states with gender-affirming care bans, New Mexico acted to protect access May 15, 2024
<ѻý>HHS Task Force Launches Roadmap for Improving Maternal Mental Healthѻý> Report highlights need for national infrastructure and affordable, equitable access to services May 15, 2024
<ѻý>Doctor Fined for Prescribing Ivermectin for COVIDѻý> Wei-Hsung Lin, MD, will have to pay $5,000 and take CME courses on managing COVID May 14, 2024
<ѻý>How We Analyzed the Impact of State Bans on Gender-Affirming Careѻý> These drugs are only a part of gender-affirming care, but they hint at bigger changes over time May 14, 2024
<ѻý>Scripts for Puberty-Blocking Drugs Fell After State Bansѻý> Declines aren't dramatic, but trans kids and healthcare providers are facing secondary challenges May 14, 2024
<ѻý>Clinicians at Legacy Health Move to Unionizeѻý> About 150 doctors, PAs and NPs plan to organize with an American Federation of Teachers affiliate May 14, 2024
<ѻý>8,000 Women a Month Got Abortion Pills Despite Bans, Restrictions in Their Statesѻý> First time a number has been put on how often the medical system workaround is being used May 14, 2024
<ѻý>Blockbuster Drug Patent Thickets Signal 'Strategic Behavior'ѻý> Nearly three-quarters filed after approval, and most claims "peripheral" to active ingredients May 13, 2024
<ѻý>Lost in the Haze: What Would Rescheduling Marijuana Really Do?ѻý> If you are confused, you're not alone May 13, 2024
<ѻý>Avian Flu Update: U.S. Announces More Than $175 Million to Track, Contain H5N1ѻý> "The risk to the public from this outbreak remains low," HHS Secretary says May 10, 2024
<ѻý>New School Meal Standards: An Encouraging Step Towards Healthier Kidsѻý> The momentum coming from the federal government is promising May 10, 2024
<ѻý>Nations Struggle to Draft 'Pandemic Treaty' to Avoid Mistakes Made During COVIDѻý> Deep divisions remain, and there are virtually no consequences for countries that don't comply May 10, 2024
<ѻý>Ending Oncology's Toxic Relationship With High Chemotherapy Dosesѻý> Optimizing doses can improve patient outcomes and lower costs May 10, 2024
<ѻý>Fraudulent Practices Abound in Post-Accident Healthcareѻý> These costs often fall unfairly on patients and insurance providers May 09, 2024
<ѻý>Urologist Convicted of Sex Abuse; Doc Accused of Rape; Man Sentenced for HIV Spreadѻý> A weekly roundup of healthcare's encounters with the courts May 09, 2024
<ѻý>Pre-Approval Plan Proposed for Medicare Advantage Insurersѻý> "No prior authorization without prior authorization," Senate Budget Committee chair says May 08, 2024
<ѻý>FDA Chief on H5N1: 'We Have to Be Ready'ѻý> Commissioner also detailed plans for "largest reorganization" in agency's history May 08, 2024
<ѻý>100 Million Scripts Came Through Illegal Online Pharmacies Last Yearѻý> Figure represents 2% of all U.S. prescriptions, according to IQVIA report May 08, 2024
<ѻý>To Prevent Rabies Spread, CDC Has New Rules for Dogs Entering the U.S.ѻý> Regulations were last updated in 1956 May 08, 2024
<ѻý>As Steward Ship Was Sinking, CEO Bought $40M Yachtѻý> This past week in healthcare investigations May 08, 2024
<ѻý>Medicare Hospital Trust Fund to Stay Solvent Until 2036, Trustees' Report Saysѻý> Projection is 5 years longer than last year's prediction May 07, 2024
<ѻý>Fed Up With Prior Auths? What If Insurers Had to Pay You for Submitting Them?ѻý> NYC urologist is seeking approval for a prior authorization CPT code May 06, 2024