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Community health centers provide care for 1 in 10 Americans, but funding cuts threaten their survival

Affordable health care was the primary point of contention in the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, which hit 43 days on Nov. 12, 2025.

The Conversation

Judge to hear arguments on law cutting Planned Parenthood Medicaid funds

A federal judge is set to hear arguments about a spending law that ended Medicaid reimbursements for Planned Parenthood

The Independent UK

California Wants a 5% 'Billionaire Tax' — Will The Ultra-Rich Pay Up Or Pack Up?

California's wealthiest residents could soon face a new kind of tax bill — one that targets their net worth rather than their income. A proposed ballot measure known as the 2026 Billionaire Tax Act would impose a one-time 5% levy on the fortunes of roughly 200 billionaires living in the…

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Medicaid chief’s claim $1bn is spent on healthcare for ‘illegal immigrants’ is false, say experts

Mehmet Oz made claim about audits, but experts say he misidentified routine administrative errors

The Guardian - US

These GOP states would suffer the biggest blows if Affordable Care Act subsidies expire, analysts say

"While a relatively small share of the national population gets their coverage through the ACA Marketplaces, in some districts, the number of ACA enrollees could be enough to swing a close election."

Fortune

2026 Medicare Advantage Alert: 7 Plan Changes Every Senior Should Know

Medicare Advantage (MA) plans have become increasingly popular among seniors, offering bundled benefits and typically lower premiums compared to traditional Medicare with supplemental coverage. However,...

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How Caregivers Can Get Paid Legally to Help Family Members

Millions of Americans provide unpaid care to aging parents, spouses, or relatives. They manage medications, cook meals, help with bathing, and coordinate doctor visits—often while...

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How to Get a Refund on Nursing Home Deposits Without Legal Help

When a loved one moves into a nursing home, families often pay a hefty upfront deposit. These fees can range from a few hundred to...

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Trump is threatening the basic needs of poor Americans. How low he has sunk

The president has put Snap benefits in jeopardy amid a fight over Medicaid. The nation has lost its moral authority

The Guardian - US

FDA Fast-Tracks 6 More Drugs - Obesity And Cancer Drugs Included

On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced six additional awardees under the Commissioner's National Priority Voucher (CNPV) pilot program.

Benzinga

Trump Unveils 'TrumpRx' Program Slashing Prices of Wegovy and Zepbound

Trump launches "TrumpRx" program to cut prices of Wegovy and Zepbound, making weight-loss drugs more affordable for Americans.

International Business Times

TrumpRx News: Why Donald Trump Struck a Deal With Novo Nordisk's Weight Loss Drugs — And What It Says About America's Obesity Problem

Certain GLP-1 weight loss medications will be available for as little as $149 per month, a sharp drop from the current average retail price of $1,000–$1,350.

International Business Times UK

Eli Lilly, Novo Nordisk Make Weight-Loss Drugs More Affordable Via Medicare, Medicaid, TrumpRx

President Donald Trump on Thursday announced agreements with Eli Lilly and Co. (NYSE:LLY) and Novo Nordisk A/S (NYSE:NVO) to significantly reduce prices for their GLP-1-based obesity and diabetes drugs.

Benzinga

Trump announces plan to cut cost of weight loss drugs and expand access

Injectable versions of GLP-1s from Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk will see reduced prices and broader coverage

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Trump punches new $35 billion hole in national debt with deal for Medicare to cover your Ozempic

America's waistline may shrink, but its national debt will swell.

Axios

Trump says Medicare can now cover weight loss drugs like Ozempic

The pilot program could make it easier for seniors to use drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound.

The Independent UK

Trump announces plans to slim down cost of popular weight-loss drugs to $149 a month

Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly become latest drug companies to bend knee to Trump’s ‘most-favored nation’ pricing plan

The Independent UK

Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs

President Donald Trump has unveiled a deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand coverage and reduce prices for their popular obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy

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The Guardian - US

Trump is weaponizing the welfare state to attack healthcare

The proposed withholding of Medicaid and Medicare to restrict gender-affirming care follows the same logic as attacks on abortion care

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6 Long-Term Care Cost Differences Boomers in New England Can’t Ignore

Long-term care is one of the biggest financial challenges facing aging Americans—and for boomers in New England, the cost differences between states can be dramatic....

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The Silent Rule in Medicaid That Disqualifies Thousands Every Month

Every month, thousands of people apply for Medicaid only to be denied—often because of a rule they didn’t even know existed. It’s called the “look-back...

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Michael Burry Is Betting on This 1 Under-the-Radar Healthcare Stock. Should You?

Down over 60% from all-time highs, Molina Healthcare trades at a cheap multiple and has attracted the attention of Michael Burry.

The Conversation

Why people don’t demand data privacy – even as governments and corporations collect more personal information

When the Trump administration gave Immigration and Customs Enforcement access to a massive database of information about Medicaid recipients in June 2025, privacy and medical justice advocates sounded the alarm. They warned that the move could trigger all kinds of public health and human rights harms.

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How to Qualify for Free Vision Exams Without Switching Insurance

Most people assume they need to switch insurance plans to get free vision care, but that’s not always true. Many existing plans—including Medicare Advantage, Medicaid,...

Benzinga

27M Americans Still Uninsured — And More Could Lose Coverage By 2026, MoneyGeek says

More than 27 million Americans are still uninsured, and more could lose coverage by 2026, according to a new analysis from MoneyGeek.

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