Florida’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) is facing significant funding cuts, potentially affecting 16,000 residents. The proposed changes would lower the income eligibility from 400% to 130% of the federal poverty level, risking a $120m shortfall. This move, driven by the administration of Governor Ron DeSantis, has been temporarily halted due to legal challenges. Experts…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has initiated a recall of over 20,000 peanut butter products distributed across 40 states due to contamination with blue plastic pieces. This recall affects products manufactured by Ventura Foods and sold under various brands. The contamination was discovered during routine inspections, highlighting ongoing safety challenges in food production….

Glenn Medical Center in Northern California regained its critical access designation, allowing for full Medicare reimbursement, but still requires $40m to $50m to reopen. The hospital, crucial for Glenn County’s 28,000 residents, closed due to a federal rule change regarding distance requirements. A new state bill could provide loans to struggling hospitals, potentially aiding Glenn…

Four Democratic-led states, California, Colorado, Illinois, and Minnesota, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to prevent the withholding of $600m in public health grants. The Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut funding, citing a shift away from programs for specific populations. The lawsuit argues these cuts are retaliatory for the…

The Trump administration is retracting $600m in public health funding from California, Colorado, Illinois, and Minnesota, citing a misalignment with current health priorities. These funds, initially distributed through the CDC, supported essential public health initiatives, including HIV prevention and responses to disease outbreaks. Significant cuts include $7.2m from the American Medical Association in Illinois and…

A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine highlights that the Medicare ‘three-day rule’ is causing unnecessary hospital stays for seniors. Established in 1965, the rule mandates a minimum three-day hospital stay before Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care. Researchers found that this outdated policy leads to longer hospital stays without improving patient outcomes, increasing risks…