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PBMs Under Fire, But Despite Political Pressure Reform Remains Elusive
The Federal Trade Commission, under the leadership of Chair Lina Khan, has concluded a two-year investigation into the practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). The FTC's inquiry has revealed concerning…
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As Sarepta, FDA tangle over Duchenne therapy, families are caught in the middle
Jennifer Hill Blair was in the middle of a school meeting when she saw the Cincinnati number pop up on…
Involuntarily commitment for mental illness may increase under Trump order
President Trump has recently signed a new order aimed at making it easier to involuntarily treat individuals with serious mental…
FDA move to ban fluoride pills sparks health freedom debate
Debate Over Fluoride Supplements: A Battle for Medical Freedom Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been a vocal advocate for the…
RFK Jr. orders thimerosal out of flu shots, Congress on organ donations
The latest edition of D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s newsletter focusing on the politics and policy of health and medicine, features an…
Hospital and nursing home food undermines both patient and planetary health, new study shows
Healthcare institutions play a crucial role in promoting health and well-being, but a recent study has shed light on the…
CBT, bird flu U.S. cases, daily step count
Stay informed about the latest health and medicine news with STAT’s Morning Rounds newsletter, delivered to your inbox every weekday.…
‘Fibermaxxing’ Trends On TikTok. How Much Fiber Should You Be Getting?
The "fibermaxxing" trend on social media is gaining popularity as people are encouraged to increase their fiber intake. This trend…
Kentucky’s rural cancer care, a national model, faces Medicaid cuts
The giant inflatable colon in Irvine, Kentucky, serves as a unique symbol of the state's efforts to promote colorectal cancer…