The Latest Breaking News from Health Care

Jeffrey Singer: Get Government Out of Health Care

Longtime surgeon and Cato Institute fellow Jeffrey Singer argues that government overreach in health care undermines patient autonomy.

Reason · Apr 23, 2025

Australian women are wary of AI being used in breast cancer screening – new research

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly relevant in many aspects of society, including health care. For example, it’s already used for robotic surgery and to provide virtual mental health support.

The Conversation · Apr 22, 2025

Ruling could give Kennedy more power over health care coverage - Roll Call

A Supreme Court case spurs concerns that President Trump will overhaul a preventive task force created under the 2010 health care law.

Roll Call · Apr 22, 2025

AI companion for mindfulness can help ‘bridge gaps’ in mental health care

Mindfulness app Headspace’s chief clinical officer said its new AI companion can help support human mental health care workers.

Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2025

The Paperwork Reduction Act Created a Paperwork Explosion

A law meant to simplify government forms now blocks commonsense improvements, wastes taxpayer money, and slows life-saving services.

Reason · Apr 16, 2025

More bulk billing is fine. But what the health system really needs this election is genuine reform

Worrying signs are emerging about aspects of Australia’s health system, which will require the attention of whoever wins the May election.

The Conversation · Apr 15, 2025

Johnson & Johnson expects $400 million in tariff-related costs, mostly related to China

Health care giant Johnson & Johnson expects about $400 million in tariff-related costs this year

The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025

Long ER stays are common in the US. It may get worse as the population ages

An Associated Press and Side Effects Public Media data analysis shows one in six visits to the emergency department in 2022 that resulted in hospital admission had a wait of four or more hours

The Independent UK · Apr 15, 2025

Hawley’s change of heart reflects evolving politics of Medicaid - Roll Call

Conservative Missouri senator vows he will not support any proposal that would lead to cuts in Medicaid benefits.

Roll Call · Apr 15, 2025

Nancy Pelosi Torn Apart for Telling Republicans 'Hands Off Our Medicaid' Despite Years of Blocking Universal Healthcare

Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is being slammed by her audience after she thanked grassroots volunteers within the Democratic Party for working towards preserving Medicaid despite refusing to hold a vote on Medicare for All legislation while she was in office.

Latin Times · Apr 14, 2025