Congress eyes work rules for millions covered by MedicaidA proposal by the GOP might save taxpayers money but cost some Americans access to health care coverage.
First pill for fecal transplants wins FDA approvalThe first pill using healthy bacteria has been approved by U.S. health regulators. The treatment is meant to fight dangerous gut infections.
Why does the government want to change the organ transplant system?A new initiative aims to modernize the system, strengthen equity and nearly double funding in 2024.
FDA authorizes additional COVID booster shot for certain AmericansSeniors who are 65 and older can get a second dose of the updated bivalent booster, as long as it's been at least four months since their last shot.
Embattled Rep. George Santos names vaccine bill after Nicki MinajThe Republican congressman has also announced his intentions to run for reelection in 2024 despite numerous scandals.
President Biden taps agencies to tackle rising costs of child careThe Biden administration wants to require some companies seeking federal funds to provide child care services for workers.
Government expanding medical coverage for DACA recipientsFor the first time, DACA program recipients will be able to sign up for health insurance through Medicaid or the Affordable Care Act marketplaces.
100,000 nurses left industry during the pandemic, report findsThe pandemic caused burnout for many nurses, especially newer nurses, as many reportedly left the profession.
3 facts about mifepristone ahead of ruling by 5th CircuitThe Department of Justice has appealed a decision on mifepristone onto the 5th Circuit, where its future remains unclear.
Texas doctor convicted of distributing 600,000 opioid pillsA jury in Texas convicted a physician and the clinic's office manager of distributing hundreds of thousands of opioid pills for cash.
Life expectancy declining, FDA commissioner blames misinformationThe head of the FDA says a major reason Americans aren't expected to live as long is due to the spread of false health information.
North Carolina Medicaid expansion an example for holdout statesOfficials say the state's expansion will cover an estimated 600,000 people who fall into a "coverage gap."
This week saw multiple states limit transgender rightsFive states saw bills this week that put limits on transgender rights, from health care to sports they can play.
Kansas approves bill to end gender-affirming care for minorsThe bill requires Kansas' medical board to revoke the licenses of doctors who provide gender-affirming care to minors.
How are dietary supplements regulated?The FDA says about 4,000 dietary supplement products existed in the mid-1990s. Today that number has ballooned to more than 95,000.
What happens to COVID vaccines when the public health emergency ends?The future of the COVID-19 vaccine looks different than it does currently, with questions surrounding cost and even changes to how it's administered.
Millions at risk of losing Medicaid benefitsAn analysis from the Kaiser Family Foundation says up to 14 million Americans could lose Medicaid coverage when the automatic enrollment process ends.
GOP lawmakers in Kentucky override transgender bill vetoKentucky lawmakers have pushed out a veto of a bill that would regulate personal aspects of transgender care for young people.
Why Americans are denied Social Security, disability supportThere's a range of criteria for Americans to get Social Security and disability benefits, but some are denied because of an outdated index of jobs.
What living with long COVID is really likeScripps News talked to a dozen people with long-term COVID symptoms about their current experience and their hope for the future.
US demands chemical plant immediately reduce cancer-causing emissionsDepartment of Justice officials filed a motion to order a company to immediately reduce harmful emissions of chloroprene, a likely carcinogen.
California to manufacture its own insulin, cap cost at $30California has partnered with a manufacturer to produce insulin that is expected to save residents hundreds of dollars every month.
How to shop for new insurance if you lose Medicaid coverageStates will start cutting people from Medicaid when they no longer qualify based on income, a process that was paused in the pandemic.
Sanofi is the latest insulin maker to announce price capSanofi joins Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to cap insulin prices. President Joe Biden still wants Congress to enact limits.
States want to ban gender-affirming care. What is that, exactly?The transgender community say new laws are attacking their human rights to health care even as top medical organizations support the care.
New Mexico will offer free feminine hygiene products in schoolThe bill would require public schools to offer free feminine hygiene products in women's, men's and gender-neutral bathrooms.
27 prescription drugs will now cost less for Medicare recipientsThe rebate program begins in April and can save Medicare recipients anywhere from $2 to $390.
First FDA-cleared automated ear cleaner could become widely usedAn FDA-cleared automated ear cleaning system looks like a pair of headphones, and could become a widely used part of more automated health care.
Tens of thousands of UK doctors launch 3-day strike over pay disputeThe British Medical Association said new doctors earn around $17 an hour and pay has fallen 26% since 2008, taking inflation into account.
Telehealth improves access to rural sexual assault nurse examinersWith advanced technology, a program called TeleSANE is helping offer sexual assault nurse services in areas with limited access to care.
