The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a crucial provision of the Affordable Care Act, ruling that health insurance companies must cover preventive services from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. This includes pivotal medications like PrEP for HIV prevention and essential screenings for cancers and other health issues. The case arose from arguments by plaintiffs claiming such coverage violated their religious beliefs, but public health advocates highlighted the critical need for equitable access to care, particularly for vulnerable populations affected by HIV.
The Supreme Court's decision in Kennedy v. Braidwood reaffirms that health insurance must cover preventive services, crucial for public health and equity.
Access to PrEP is essential, especially for Black and Latine gay and bisexual men and transgender women, who face higher rates of HIV.
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