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#telehealth

Telehealth Advocates Praise DEA's 3rd Extension of Telemedicine Flexibilities, but Call for Further Action - MedCity News

The DEA's extension of telehealth prescribing for controlled substances was welcomed, but advocates stress the need for permanent solutions to ensure ongoing access.

Heartland Forward Unveils Telehealth Initiative

Heartland Forward's initiative trains librarians to prepare communities for telehealth, addressing healthcare access issues in rural Arkansas and Oklahoma.

Telehealth Advocates Praise DEA's 3rd Extension of Telemedicine Flexibilities, but Call for Further Action - MedCity News

The DEA's extension of telehealth prescribing for controlled substances was welcomed, but advocates stress the need for permanent solutions to ensure ongoing access.

Heartland Forward Unveils Telehealth Initiative

Heartland Forward's initiative trains librarians to prepare communities for telehealth, addressing healthcare access issues in rural Arkansas and Oklahoma.
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#rural-healthcare

Patients are relying on Lyft, Uber to travel far distances to medical care

Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft are crucial for transporting rural patients to medical appointments, especially as rural hospital closures leave them with few options.

America's Rural Hospital Crisis Has Been Looming for Decades

Access to medical care is increasingly limited in rural areas, with hospital closures impacting patient care and worsening health outcomes.

The Floating Doctors: Mobile medicine comes to Panama's jungles

Mobile medical services like Floating Doctors provide essential healthcare access to isolated communities, offering hope to those who may have otherwise gone untreated.

Patients are relying on Lyft, Uber to travel far distances to medical care

Ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft are crucial for transporting rural patients to medical appointments, especially as rural hospital closures leave them with few options.

America's Rural Hospital Crisis Has Been Looming for Decades

Access to medical care is increasingly limited in rural areas, with hospital closures impacting patient care and worsening health outcomes.

The Floating Doctors: Mobile medicine comes to Panama's jungles

Mobile medical services like Floating Doctors provide essential healthcare access to isolated communities, offering hope to those who may have otherwise gone untreated.
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#reproductive-rights

Opinion | Women Are Dying in Post-Roe America, and Your Vote Matters

Banning abortion affects not only access to abortion but also other critical reproductive health care, increasing risks to women's lives and health.

Abortions Have Increased, Even for Women in States With Near-Total Bans

Abortion rates increased in nearly all states with bans since the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Opinion: When we invest in women's health, we all benefit

Women's health encompasses complex issues impacting families, with significant barriers requiring urgent action, especially in reproductive health and rights.

'Californian Votes Really Matter': What the Election Could Mean for Reproductive Health | KQED

The future of reproductive health care could be severely restricted under a second Trump presidency, threatening access across the United States.

7 States Passed Abortion Rights Ballot Measures. But Changes Won't be Like a "Light Switch," Experts Say - MedCity News

Many states voted to protect abortion rights, but establishing access will require time and investment in healthcare infrastructure.

IVF will be covered by insurance for many Californians after Newsom signs bill

California mandates insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization, enhancing reproductive health access for families, including LGBTQ+ couples.

Opinion | Women Are Dying in Post-Roe America, and Your Vote Matters

Banning abortion affects not only access to abortion but also other critical reproductive health care, increasing risks to women's lives and health.

Abortions Have Increased, Even for Women in States With Near-Total Bans

Abortion rates increased in nearly all states with bans since the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

Opinion: When we invest in women's health, we all benefit

Women's health encompasses complex issues impacting families, with significant barriers requiring urgent action, especially in reproductive health and rights.

'Californian Votes Really Matter': What the Election Could Mean for Reproductive Health | KQED

The future of reproductive health care could be severely restricted under a second Trump presidency, threatening access across the United States.

7 States Passed Abortion Rights Ballot Measures. But Changes Won't be Like a "Light Switch," Experts Say - MedCity News

Many states voted to protect abortion rights, but establishing access will require time and investment in healthcare infrastructure.

IVF will be covered by insurance for many Californians after Newsom signs bill

California mandates insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization, enhancing reproductive health access for families, including LGBTQ+ couples.
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#affordable-care-act

California's protections for transgender care could be tested under Trump

California is a crucial haven for transgender people seeking gender-affirming care amidst potential federal restrictions.

Dreamers' can enroll in ACA plans this year but a court challenge could get in the way

DACA recipients can now enroll in the Affordable Care Act for the first time, impacting around 100,000 uninsured individuals.

Court Challenge Could Get in the Way of "Dreamers" Enrolling in ACA Plans

DACA recipients can now enroll in the Affordable Care Act, marking a significant policy shift under the Biden administration.

California's protections for transgender care could be tested under Trump

California is a crucial haven for transgender people seeking gender-affirming care amidst potential federal restrictions.

Dreamers' can enroll in ACA plans this year but a court challenge could get in the way

DACA recipients can now enroll in the Affordable Care Act for the first time, impacting around 100,000 uninsured individuals.

Court Challenge Could Get in the Way of "Dreamers" Enrolling in ACA Plans

DACA recipients can now enroll in the Affordable Care Act, marking a significant policy shift under the Biden administration.
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#global-health

COVID, mpox, cholera: Is the world prepared for another pandemic?

4.5 billion people lack adequate access to essential healthcare, facing multiple public health emergencies and increased risks from antimicrobial resistance and climate change.

Nations unite at the UN to combat antimicrobial resistance threat

AMR poses a significant threat to modern medicine by potentially making common infections deadly.

Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024

The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.

COVID, mpox, cholera: Is the world prepared for another pandemic?

4.5 billion people lack adequate access to essential healthcare, facing multiple public health emergencies and increased risks from antimicrobial resistance and climate change.

Nations unite at the UN to combat antimicrobial resistance threat

AMR poses a significant threat to modern medicine by potentially making common infections deadly.

Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024

The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
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Santa Clara Co. launches 911 Nurse Navigator program to free up resources for emergencies

Santa Clara County introduces 911 Nurse Navigator to enhance access to healthcare and reduce unnecessary emergency responses.
#reproductive-health

Missouri voters may overturn one of nation's strictest abortion bans

Missouri's near-total abortion ban has severely impacted healthcare access, leading to patients being denied necessary medication after miscarriages.
Amendment 3 aims to enshrine reproductive rights in Missouri's constitution, gaining public support amid a significant fundraising advantage.

Millions of US women in maternity care deserts' facing dangers, report warns

Over a third of US counties are maternity care deserts, affecting reproductive health for millions.

One death is too many': abortion bans usher in US maternal mortality crisis

Abortion restrictions in the US are exacerbating the maternal and infant mortality crisis, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

Abortion and trans rights need more than a Kamala Harris victory: 'Legalization does not equal access'

Elevated Access is crucial for patients needing reproductive health care amid increasing abortion and gender-affirming care bans.

Harris-Walz campaign slams Trump, Vance, and Republicans for not supporting IVF protection bill

The Harris-Walz campaign advocates protecting IVF access amidst GOP's opposition to reproductive freedoms.

Demand for Abortion Pills and Emergency Contraception Surges After Trump's Win

Americans are stockpiling reproductive health medications out of fear of potential restrictions on abortion access following the recent election.

Missouri voters may overturn one of nation's strictest abortion bans

Missouri's near-total abortion ban has severely impacted healthcare access, leading to patients being denied necessary medication after miscarriages.
Amendment 3 aims to enshrine reproductive rights in Missouri's constitution, gaining public support amid a significant fundraising advantage.

Millions of US women in maternity care deserts' facing dangers, report warns

Over a third of US counties are maternity care deserts, affecting reproductive health for millions.

One death is too many': abortion bans usher in US maternal mortality crisis

Abortion restrictions in the US are exacerbating the maternal and infant mortality crisis, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities.

Abortion and trans rights need more than a Kamala Harris victory: 'Legalization does not equal access'

Elevated Access is crucial for patients needing reproductive health care amid increasing abortion and gender-affirming care bans.

Harris-Walz campaign slams Trump, Vance, and Republicans for not supporting IVF protection bill

The Harris-Walz campaign advocates protecting IVF access amidst GOP's opposition to reproductive freedoms.

Demand for Abortion Pills and Emergency Contraception Surges After Trump's Win

Americans are stockpiling reproductive health medications out of fear of potential restrictions on abortion access following the recent election.
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#primary-care

Community Health Center Worker Shortages Could Undermine Care - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Community health centers provide vital care to millions, but face significant challenges like workforce shortages that impact service delivery.

Ontario appoints former federal Liberal health minister to lead primary care team | CBC News

Dr. Jane Philpott aims to connect all Ontarians to primary care within five years, addressing the urgent need of over 2.5 million without a family doctor.

PA and MD Students Awarded National Health Service Corps Scholarships - News Center

Two PA students have received NHSC scholarships for their commitment to serving underserved communities in healthcare.

Community Health Center Worker Shortages Could Undermine Care - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Community health centers provide vital care to millions, but face significant challenges like workforce shortages that impact service delivery.

Ontario appoints former federal Liberal health minister to lead primary care team | CBC News

Dr. Jane Philpott aims to connect all Ontarians to primary care within five years, addressing the urgent need of over 2.5 million without a family doctor.

PA and MD Students Awarded National Health Service Corps Scholarships - News Center

Two PA students have received NHSC scholarships for their commitment to serving underserved communities in healthcare.
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#medicaid-expansion

Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here's why there's so little progress

Many patients in South Carolina face severe health disparities due to a lack of access to affordable healthcare, exacerbated by the refusal to expand Medicaid.

The 2024 Election Could Have Massive Impacts on Medicaid Coverage

Fred Blackman's health crisis highlights the critical need for affordable healthcare access and the importance of Medicaid expansion.

Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here's why there's so little progress

Many patients in South Carolina face severe health disparities due to a lack of access to affordable healthcare, exacerbated by the refusal to expand Medicaid.

The 2024 Election Could Have Massive Impacts on Medicaid Coverage

Fred Blackman's health crisis highlights the critical need for affordable healthcare access and the importance of Medicaid expansion.
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#lgbtq-rights

This is too serious to drown out': six US voters on what they're most anxious about

US voters express anxiety over women's rights and healthcare access ahead of the election.

Is allyship on mute? Kamala Harris and the Presidential Debate's missing trans rights talk

Kamala Harris's silence on LGBTQ+ rights in recent debates highlights a concerning trend of neglecting the issues affecting the community.

Don Lemon comforts trans woman who's 'nervous and afraid' for the election

The uncertainty surrounding election results is creating anxiety within the LGBTQ+ community, particularly regarding safety and access to healthcare rights.

This is too serious to drown out': six US voters on what they're most anxious about

US voters express anxiety over women's rights and healthcare access ahead of the election.

Is allyship on mute? Kamala Harris and the Presidential Debate's missing trans rights talk

Kamala Harris's silence on LGBTQ+ rights in recent debates highlights a concerning trend of neglecting the issues affecting the community.

Don Lemon comforts trans woman who's 'nervous and afraid' for the election

The uncertainty surrounding election results is creating anxiety within the LGBTQ+ community, particularly regarding safety and access to healthcare rights.
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Americans seeking Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk's weight-loss drugs turn to compounded market

Patients are struggling to obtain weight-loss and diabetes medications due to supply issues and insurance problems, turning instead to cheaper online alternatives.

Gaza polio vaccination drive resumes as Israel continues attacks

The polio vaccination campaign in northern Gaza has resumed amid severe humanitarian crises, highlighting urgent needs for ceasefire and access to healthcare.
#transgender-rights

Her state bans gender-affirming care for teenagers. So she travels 450 miles for it

Transgender teenagers face significant challenges in their current environments, particularly related to access to healthcare and social acceptance.

For trans people reliant on federal programs, this election could change everything

The future of gender-affirming care for low-income trans individuals is at risk if Trump wins a second term.

Families ask appellate court to overturn Florida's youth trans care ban

Families argue Florida's transgender healthcare ban is based on bigotry and should be struck down by appellate court.

Supreme Court trans care case will feature the first out transgender lawyer at the court

The U.S. Supreme Court's hearing on a gender-affirming care case signifies a critical step in the legal battle for trans minors' rights to medical treatment.

If Trump wins the election, he could launch a catastrophic' rollback of LGBTQ+ rights

Levi Hormuth's journey highlights the difficulties transgender youths face due to restrictive healthcare laws in Missouri.

Her state bans gender-affirming care for teenagers. So she travels 450 miles for it

Transgender teenagers face significant challenges in their current environments, particularly related to access to healthcare and social acceptance.

For trans people reliant on federal programs, this election could change everything

The future of gender-affirming care for low-income trans individuals is at risk if Trump wins a second term.

Families ask appellate court to overturn Florida's youth trans care ban

Families argue Florida's transgender healthcare ban is based on bigotry and should be struck down by appellate court.

Supreme Court trans care case will feature the first out transgender lawyer at the court

The U.S. Supreme Court's hearing on a gender-affirming care case signifies a critical step in the legal battle for trans minors' rights to medical treatment.

If Trump wins the election, he could launch a catastrophic' rollback of LGBTQ+ rights

Levi Hormuth's journey highlights the difficulties transgender youths face due to restrictive healthcare laws in Missouri.
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#covid-19

Youth Mental Health Crisis and the Access to Help

The youth mental health crisis has worsened due to COVID-19, with many children facing rising rates of anxiety and depression.

New COVID boosters roll out in Santa Clara County with options for uninsured residents

New COVID-19 boosters are costly for uninsured individuals, highlighting a shift from free vaccinations under the federal program.

Britain has closed its eyes to long Covid which means it will ravage even more lives and livelihoods | Devi Sridhar

Covid-19 continues to impact public health with significant long-term effects, particularly through the phenomenon of long Covid affecting many individuals.
Long Covid presents challenges related to recognition, stigma, and ongoing medical support, significantly affecting the lives and work capabilities of many individuals.

Youth Mental Health Crisis and the Access to Help

The youth mental health crisis has worsened due to COVID-19, with many children facing rising rates of anxiety and depression.

New COVID boosters roll out in Santa Clara County with options for uninsured residents

New COVID-19 boosters are costly for uninsured individuals, highlighting a shift from free vaccinations under the federal program.

Britain has closed its eyes to long Covid which means it will ravage even more lives and livelihoods | Devi Sridhar

Covid-19 continues to impact public health with significant long-term effects, particularly through the phenomenon of long Covid affecting many individuals.
Long Covid presents challenges related to recognition, stigma, and ongoing medical support, significantly affecting the lives and work capabilities of many individuals.
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#abortion-rights

The Abortion Fight That Shows Just How Broken Our Healthcare System Is

The Title X program's exclusion of abortion care leaves patients in a precarious situation regarding comprehensive reproductive health services.

Buffer zones finally set to be implemented outside abortion clinics

The introduction of buffer zones around abortion clinics is a significant advance in protecting women's rights and access to healthcare.

Anyone protesting outside abortion clinic could face an unlimited fine

Safe zones for abortion clinics will legally prevent protests and harassment, providing a safer environment for staff and patients starting October 31.

Buffer zones to be introduced outside abortion clinics after lengthy delays

Buffer zones will protect women seeking abortions from harassment at clinics starting October 31.

Why medical support for safe abortion is growing in a post-Roe world

The US has restricted abortion rights, while many countries globally are liberalizing their abortion laws, highlighting a significant contrast.

Buffer zones set to come in around abortion clinics

Buffer zones around abortion clinics in England and Wales will prohibit harassment starting from October 31, 2023.

The Abortion Fight That Shows Just How Broken Our Healthcare System Is

The Title X program's exclusion of abortion care leaves patients in a precarious situation regarding comprehensive reproductive health services.

Buffer zones finally set to be implemented outside abortion clinics

The introduction of buffer zones around abortion clinics is a significant advance in protecting women's rights and access to healthcare.

Anyone protesting outside abortion clinic could face an unlimited fine

Safe zones for abortion clinics will legally prevent protests and harassment, providing a safer environment for staff and patients starting October 31.

Buffer zones to be introduced outside abortion clinics after lengthy delays

Buffer zones will protect women seeking abortions from harassment at clinics starting October 31.

Why medical support for safe abortion is growing in a post-Roe world

The US has restricted abortion rights, while many countries globally are liberalizing their abortion laws, highlighting a significant contrast.

Buffer zones set to come in around abortion clinics

Buffer zones around abortion clinics in England and Wales will prohibit harassment starting from October 31, 2023.
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#maternal-health

A Texas woman died after the hospital said it would be a "crime" to intervene in her miscarriage

Strict Texas abortion laws can delay necessary medical treatment for miscarriages, resulting in tragic outcomes for mothers.

California Promises to Cut Maternal Mortality in Half by 2026 | KQED

The 'Strong Start & Beyond' initiative focuses on enhancing maternal health and addressing healthcare distrust in marginalized communities.

Three lessons from a career dedicated to health equity

Public health interventions must consider community values and practices for effective implementation.
Improving local healthcare capacity, rather than centralized services, can be more effective.

A Texas woman died after the hospital said it would be a "crime" to intervene in her miscarriage

Strict Texas abortion laws can delay necessary medical treatment for miscarriages, resulting in tragic outcomes for mothers.

California Promises to Cut Maternal Mortality in Half by 2026 | KQED

The 'Strong Start & Beyond' initiative focuses on enhancing maternal health and addressing healthcare distrust in marginalized communities.

Three lessons from a career dedicated to health equity

Public health interventions must consider community values and practices for effective implementation.
Improving local healthcare capacity, rather than centralized services, can be more effective.
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#health-policy

Pharmacy Benefit Managers Aren't Always Good for Pharmacies

Pharmacy deserts are emerging in the U.S. as independent pharmacies close due to the practices of pharmacy benefit managers.

Concerns raised how CGT will negatively impact businesses and working people through either lower wages or inflation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government maintains no tax on workers, prioritizing wellbeing in health policy despite deeper financial concerns for businesses.

Pharmacy Benefit Managers Aren't Always Good for Pharmacies

Pharmacy deserts are emerging in the U.S. as independent pharmacies close due to the practices of pharmacy benefit managers.

Concerns raised how CGT will negatively impact businesses and working people through either lower wages or inflation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government maintains no tax on workers, prioritizing wellbeing in health policy despite deeper financial concerns for businesses.
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#oregon

Oregon Health Authority to launch new rental assistance program in November

Oregon's Medicaid plan introduces rental assistance for low-income residents facing medical crises to prevent homelessness and support health.

OPINION: A strong workforce is the key to solving Oregon's mental health and addiction crisis

The primary solution to the mental health care crisis is to hire more providers to meet growing demand.

Oregon Health Authority to launch new rental assistance program in November

Oregon's Medicaid plan introduces rental assistance for low-income residents facing medical crises to prevent homelessness and support health.

OPINION: A strong workforce is the key to solving Oregon's mental health and addiction crisis

The primary solution to the mental health care crisis is to hire more providers to meet growing demand.
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In Western North Carolina, Helene's Devastation Is Threatening Health Care Access

Hurricane Helene exacerbated healthcare challenges in rural North Carolina, leaving residents like Tina Abbott struggling to access critical medical resources.
#trans-rights

Minnesota is a refuge for trans health care. Here's how doctors are meeting the need

Minnesota is acting as a refuge for trans youth seeking gender affirming care against a backdrop of bans in neighboring states.

Zooey Zephyr's Defense of Trans Lives in a Deep-Red State in "Seat 31"

Trans Montanans urgently need access to lifesaving medical care, not just compassion or respect.

Minnesota is a refuge for trans health care. Here's how doctors are meeting the need

Minnesota is acting as a refuge for trans youth seeking gender affirming care against a backdrop of bans in neighboring states.

Zooey Zephyr's Defense of Trans Lives in a Deep-Red State in "Seat 31"

Trans Montanans urgently need access to lifesaving medical care, not just compassion or respect.
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How Women's Health Is Global Health

Addressing period poverty is vital for ensuring girls can complete their education.
Healthcare spaces must be welcoming and non-stigmatizing for women.
A significant distrust exists towards the healthcare system among women.

Patients are relying on Lyft and Uber to reach medical care

Ride-hail drivers are essential for transporting patients, especially from rural areas, to critical medical appointments.
#weight-loss

A doctor shares how his patients are trying to afford weight-loss drugs - and what happens if they can't

The high cost of weight-loss drugs severely limits patient access, pushing many toward unsafe alternatives.

NHS needs better plan around obesity jabs, warn experts

Urgent review needed for NHS access to weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro amid rising demand and inadequate funding.

A doctor shares how his patients are trying to afford weight-loss drugs - and what happens if they can't

The high cost of weight-loss drugs severely limits patient access, pushing many toward unsafe alternatives.

NHS needs better plan around obesity jabs, warn experts

Urgent review needed for NHS access to weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro amid rising demand and inadequate funding.
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A massive "trauma burden" is pushing LGBTQ+ women to the brink - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ+ women experience significant mental health disparities and barriers to care compared to their straight peers, necessitating urgent attention and support.

25 Years Later, an Iconic Sci-Fi Director is Making Their Boldest Show Yet

Manhunt explores a transgressive narrative where a plague targets testosterone-heavy individuals in a post-apocalyptic setting, highlighting systemic healthcare obstacles for trans people.

We Speak Her Name': Woman Loses It Sobbing At Kamala Harris Town Hall Over Immigrant Mom Who Died Without Proper Care

Kamala Harris empathized with a grieving voter whose mother faced care challenges due to immigration status, highlighting the emotional impact of immigration policies.

WBA OpenRoaming promises new era of digital inclusion across Australia | Computer Weekly

The WBA's public Wi-Fi network improves access to online services for remote communities in Australia.

Inside the last functioning hospital in Sudan's Khartoum North

Bahri Hospital in Khartoum North is the sole operational hospital due to extensive conflict-related damage to healthcare facilities.

The election could push LGBTQ+ mental health to the edge. Queer activists are fighting for a lifeline. - LGBTQ Nation

Anti-trans legislation is leading to increased suicide attempts among LGBTQ+ youth, representing a public health crisis.
The current political climate threatens essential healthcare for transgender youth, with potential consequences for their mental health in the upcoming election.
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I found out I had cervical cancer while I was pregnant'

Dorothy Masasa's journey represents the critical advancements in cancer treatment access in Malawi, aiding women previously forced to seek overseas care.
#medi-cal

More California Immigrants Are Eligible For Medi-Cal, But Some Are Hesitant to Enroll | KQED

The fear of government repercussions has led to decreased enrollment in Medi-Cal among Latino immigrants, stemming from the Trump administration's policies.

Opinion: Prop. 35 will help ensure better health care for more Californians

Proposition 35 is essential to secure and expand funding for Medi-Cal, improving access for patients in California.

More California Immigrants Are Eligible For Medi-Cal, But Some Are Hesitant to Enroll | KQED

The fear of government repercussions has led to decreased enrollment in Medi-Cal among Latino immigrants, stemming from the Trump administration's policies.

Opinion: Prop. 35 will help ensure better health care for more Californians

Proposition 35 is essential to secure and expand funding for Medi-Cal, improving access for patients in California.
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#public-health

Superbugs Could Kill 39 Million People by 2050, Study Warns

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is projected to become a major global health crisis, with millions of deaths by 2050.

Bay Area's Long COVID Community Celebrates Moonshot Bill for $10 Billion in Funding | KQED

Long COVID is a significant public health issue, with no effective treatment options available. Efforts are underway to advance research and care for affected individuals.

This Park Slope pharmacy is offering free online doctor visits next week * Brooklyn Paper

Super Health Pharmacy offers free online doctor visits, addressing New York's healthcare access issues amid a doctor shortage.

Off-duty NYPD officer arrested on larceny charges in Brooklyn

New Jersey is leading an initiative to improve health insurance access for DACA recipients.

Our new doctors have no clue about leprosy': experts sceptical of India's target to eliminate the disease by 2027

The plight of leprosy patients in India continues despite official campaigns; feelings of despair and insufficient healthcare persist.

HIV groups criticise decision not to recommend long-acting PrEP for NHS use

NICE's decision against recommending CAB-LA limits access to HIV prevention methods for underserved populations in the UK.

Superbugs Could Kill 39 Million People by 2050, Study Warns

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is projected to become a major global health crisis, with millions of deaths by 2050.

Bay Area's Long COVID Community Celebrates Moonshot Bill for $10 Billion in Funding | KQED

Long COVID is a significant public health issue, with no effective treatment options available. Efforts are underway to advance research and care for affected individuals.

This Park Slope pharmacy is offering free online doctor visits next week * Brooklyn Paper

Super Health Pharmacy offers free online doctor visits, addressing New York's healthcare access issues amid a doctor shortage.

Off-duty NYPD officer arrested on larceny charges in Brooklyn

New Jersey is leading an initiative to improve health insurance access for DACA recipients.

Our new doctors have no clue about leprosy': experts sceptical of India's target to eliminate the disease by 2027

The plight of leprosy patients in India continues despite official campaigns; feelings of despair and insufficient healthcare persist.

HIV groups criticise decision not to recommend long-acting PrEP for NHS use

NICE's decision against recommending CAB-LA limits access to HIV prevention methods for underserved populations in the UK.
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#roe-v-wade

It's harder to pay and travel for abortion care, but support funds are struggling

Abortion funds are facing a financial crisis as demand for assistance grows, outpacing available resources.

Why I Drive Out of State for Prenatal Care

The overturn of Roe v Wade has forced women in South Dakota to seek prenatal care across state lines due to restrictive abortion laws.

It's harder to pay and travel for abortion care, but support funds are struggling

Abortion funds are facing a financial crisis as demand for assistance grows, outpacing available resources.

Why I Drive Out of State for Prenatal Care

The overturn of Roe v Wade has forced women in South Dakota to seek prenatal care across state lines due to restrictive abortion laws.
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Gilead Agrees to Allow Generic Version of Groundbreaking H.I.V. Shot in Poor Countries

Gilead aims to broaden access to lenacapavir through generic production in low-income countries but excludes middle-income nations, highlighting healthcare disparities.
#disability-rights

This disabled woman built a career. A federal program that helped now penalizes her

Tabi Haly's success as a software engineer is jeopardized by a potential loss of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid benefits.

This disabled woman built a career. A federal program that helped now penalizes her for her success.

Tabi Haly's success, as a career woman with severe disabilities, is jeopardized by bureaucratic issues surrounding her Supplemental Security Income eligibility.

This disabled woman built a career. A federal program that helped now penalizes her

Tabi Haly's success as a software engineer is jeopardized by a potential loss of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid benefits.

This disabled woman built a career. A federal program that helped now penalizes her for her success.

Tabi Haly's success, as a career woman with severe disabilities, is jeopardized by bureaucratic issues surrounding her Supplemental Security Income eligibility.
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Greenwich man diagnosed with cancer after GP refused him a health check

Early screening for prostate cancer is critical, especially for Black men, who face higher risks yet often encounter barriers to testing.

Emergency Doctor Worries Louisiana's New Classification for Abortion Meds Could Be Life-Threatening

Louisiana's new law classifies mifepristone and misoprostol as controlled substances, raising serious concerns among healthcare professionals.

San Jose Police Department hosts 'Trust Fair' to bring together community

The San Jose Police Department hosted a Trust Fair to foster relationships and build community trust in underserved neighborhoods.
#pharmacy-benefit-managers

Federal Trade Commission Sues Big Pharma Middlemen for Inflating Insulin Prices

The FTC is legally challenging major pharmacy benefit managers for inflating insulin prices and blocking patient access to cheaper drugs.

Drug middlemen illegally drive up the cost of insulin, FTC says

Federal regulators accuse major pharmacy benefit managers of driving up insulin costs and limiting access to cheaper versions, impacting millions of diabetes patients.

Federal Trade Commission Sues Big Pharma Middlemen for Inflating Insulin Prices

The FTC is legally challenging major pharmacy benefit managers for inflating insulin prices and blocking patient access to cheaper drugs.

Drug middlemen illegally drive up the cost of insulin, FTC says

Federal regulators accuse major pharmacy benefit managers of driving up insulin costs and limiting access to cheaper versions, impacting millions of diabetes patients.
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Senate Republicans block IVF protection bill. JD Vance didn't even show up for the vote. - LGBTQ Nation

Republicans blocked a bill to secure IVF access and coverage, citing political motivations amid the election cycle.

What's the best state in the US to have a baby? Here's where California ranked

California ranks 11th among U.S. states for childbirth benefits according to Forbes Advisor, excelling yet just outside the top 10.
Expecting mothers nationwide face challenging conditions related to childbirth costs and medical care access according to the Forbes Advisor study.

Abortion providers and patients are on the move, as state laws keep shifting

The patchwork of abortion laws post-Dobbs has forced patients to travel for care, particularly to states like Kansas with stronger protections.

Doctors criticise Finland's proposal to withhold healthcare from migrants

The proposed ban on non-emergency healthcare for undocumented migrants in Finland could threaten lives and undermine human rights.
Experts argue that preventive care is economically beneficial compared to emergency treatments for those facing health conditions.

Tooth decay still plagues California kids nearly a decade after Medi-Cal promised change

California has failed to improve dental care access for low-income children despite previous criticism, with only 47.6% receiving dental visits in 2022.

CVS pharmacists can now prescribe birth control in Massachusetts

CVS locations in Massachusetts now prescribe birth control, increasing access and providing patient choice.
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