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Nursing home residents now have better qualify of life, but rise of corporate owners creates risk, report warns

Nursing home ownership is consolidating among large corporate groups, posing risks to care quality and residents' wellbeing.
The regulation of nursing homes has significantly improved quality of care over the past 15 years.

NHS patient-safety system to be overhauled

England is set to overhaul patient safety regulation and monitoring to simplify the complex system and enhance confidence in healthcare services.

Gov. Newsom Considers Legislation to Protect Healthcare from Rising Venture Capital Influence | KQED

Legislation aims to protect patient care by limiting private equity influence over healthcare decisions, despite concerns about investment deterrents.

Biden administration finalizes rule to boost mental health care access

New regulations aim to improve access to affordable mental health services for 175 million Americans with private health insurance.

Peru Issued a Decree Calling Trans Identity a Disorder.' A Backlash Followed.

The Peruvian government classified transgender identity as a mental health problem, sparking outrage among the LGBTQ community.

Abortion Advocates Criticize Proposed Texas Medical Board Guidance

Doctors in Texas may face added requirements when performing abortions, potentially discouraging them from providing necessary care.

Regulation of Pelvic Exams Is Long Overdue

The Department of Health and Human Services is reinforcing the need for written, informed consent for sensitive medical examinations in training institutions.

US Supreme Court hears arguments in abortion pill case

The U.S. Supreme Court justices did not appear ready to limit access to the abortion pill mifepristone, which has significant implications.
The FDA approved mifepristone in 2000 as a safe way to end early pregnancies, and the agency has monitored its safety for more than 20 years.
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