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Study finds Medicaid beneficiaries most likely to lose coverage due to work requirements have worse health
A JAMA study published yesterday analyzed the health characteristics of individuals projected to lose Medicaid coverage due to work requirements included in the budget reconciliation bill (H.R. 1).
HHS doubles childhood cancer research funding to accelerate AI-based projects
The Department of Health and Human Services announced Sept. 30 that it is doubling its funding for childhood cancer research from $50 million to $100 million to accelerate the development of diagnostics, treatments and prevention measures that include the use of artificial intelligence.
White House releases ‘Make Our Children Healthy Again’ report
The White House Sept. 9 released its “Make Our Children Healthy Again” strategy report, created to address childhood chronic diseases.
HHS, CMS to form committee providing federal health program recommendations
The Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Aug. 21 announced the creation of a Healthcare Advisory Committee for the Secretary of HHS and Administrator of CMS.
New guidelines recommend earlier treatment for high blood pressure
The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology Aug. 14 released new guidelines on high blood pressure prevention, suggesting earlier treatment can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, as well as cardiovascular disease, stroke and kidney disease.
AHA podcast: How CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital Is Revolutionizing Rural Cardiac Care
Josh Neff, CEO of CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital, discusses a new cutting-edge communication platform that sends patient EKGs directly from the ambulance to the cardiologist in real time.
Study finds increase in colorectal cancer detection among people aged 45-49
A JAMA study published yesterday found that more adults age 45-49 have been diagnosed with colorectal canc
Study finds steep drop in heart disease death rates
A study published June 25 by the Journal of the American Heart Association found that heart disease death rates fell 66% from 1970 to 2022.
White House releases ‘Make America Healthy Again’ report
The White House May 22 released its Make America Healthy Again report that focuses on childhood chronic disease. The report highlights findings from the MAHA Commission related to poor diet, exposure to environmental chemicals, lack of physical activity, stress and overmedicalization.
FDA clears first blood test for detecting Alzheimer’s
The Food and Drug Administration May 16 announced it cleared the first blood test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease.