#healthcare-policy

#healthcare-policy

Most Americans support Medicaid spending levels remaining the same or increasing, according to a recent poll.

Bipartisan agreement exists on the importance of Medicaid funding among voters.

A Maryland federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against Trump's executive order threatening funding for medical professionals providing gender-affirming care.

The Trump administration is directing NIH to study trans people's regret regarding gender-affirming care despite evidence showing low rates of regret.

The VA has rescinded a directive ensuring gender-affirming healthcare for transgender veterans, creating uncertainty about their care.

New guidance allows reporting of doctors providing gender-affirming care to minors, compromising patient privacy.

The policy is criticized for targeting gender-affirming providers and instilling fear in the medical community.

Congressional Republicans are considering drastic Medicaid cuts, impacting healthcare access and consumer costs.

Project 2025 seeks to limit federal funding for Planned Parenthood, affecting women's healthcare.

Changes to health plans may increase consumer choice but also impose hidden risks.

Mental health care at the VA is suffering due to federal job cuts and new equity-focused policies.

The ban on puberty blockers in the UK is leading trans youth to harmful measures to manage puberty.

Recent measles outbreaks have reignited discussions about vaccine policies and personal choice in healthcare.