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Texas Debates Hemp Regulation Amid Health Concerns
Texas faces a growing health crisis linked to products marketed as ‘hemp’ but containing synthetic intoxicants like delta-8 THC. Recent hospitalizations of children highlight the dangers. The 2018 federal Farm Bill allowed industrial hemp farming but did not legalize THC-infused products. Despite federal agencies deeming these products illegal, Texas laws remain outdated. Senate Bill 3…
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FDA Reviews Fluoride Supplements for Children’s Dental Health
The FDA is currently reviewing the use of prescription fluoride supplements, such as tablets and drops, for children at risk of tooth decay who lack access to fluoridated drinking water. This review comes amid discussions about potentially banning these supplements, a move that could significantly impact pediatric dental care strategies. The outcome of this review…
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Hospital Acquisitions Drive Healthcare Costs Up
A recent study by the National Bureau of Economic Research reveals that hospital acquisitions of physician offices lead to reduced competition and increased healthcare costs. The analysis highlights a trend where hospitals consolidate with doctors’ practices, potentially driving up prices for patients. The American Hospital Association criticized the study, calling its findings flawed. This consolidation…
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Trump’s Cuts Impact Low-Income Children’s Care
President Trump signed significant legislation reducing safety-net programs, marking the largest cut in U.S. history. This move is expected to leave nearly 12 million Americans without health insurance. The cuts target programs that support low-income children, raising concerns about the future of healthcare access for vulnerable populations. Critics argue that these changes could exacerbate existing…
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Humana Loses Medicare Bonus Lawsuit
Humana Inc. experienced a drop in its stock value following a court decision against its lawsuit to overturn cuts to its Medicare bonus payments. The insurer had aimed to recover billions in revenue through this legal action. The court’s ruling represents a significant financial setback for Humana, which relied on these bonuses as a substantial…
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Medicaid Data Shared with ICE Sparks Outcry
The Trump administration has authorized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to access personal data of 79 million Medicaid enrollees. This includes sensitive information like addresses and ethnicities, aimed at identifying immigrants living illegally in the U.S. The agreement between the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and the Department of Homeland Security has not…
