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Sun Sentinel
1 month ago
Health

Dehydrated, nauseous, sunburned Floridians flood emergency rooms when temperatures rise

Rising heat-related illnesses are leading to increased emergency room visits, emphasizing the need for heat safety awareness and planning. [ more ]
Axios
7 months ago
Public health

Christmas minus the tree: Health policy gridlocked as Congress bolts

House Republicans have avoided the year-end legislative grab bag known as the Christmas tree by punting their spending disputes past the holidays.
There is no critical funding deadline in December for the first time since 2012, removing the incentive for a year-end grand bargain on healthcare issues.
Funding for federal health agencies remains uncertain and mired in disputes over abortion, gender-affirming care, vaccines, and spending levels. [ more ]
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