Bidens plan to cover anti-obesity drugs could cost $140 billion
President Joe Biden's plan to authorize Medicare and Medicaid cover anti-obesity medications starting in 2026 would $140 billion over the next decade.
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Trump picks Jay Bhattacharya as National Institutes of Health director
President-elect Donald Trump nominated health economist Jay Bhattacharya to serve as the next director of the National Institutes of Health, a federal agency that... Read More.
Ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah takes effect
U.S. officials announced a 60-day ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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Court hears arguments in challenge to Dept. of Energys natural gas furnace rules
A decision in a lawsuit that would impact homeowners with natural gas furnaces nationwide could come next spring or early summer.
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Changes proposed to Medicare Advantage, Part D programs
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed changes to reduce prescription drug costs for Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D enrollees.
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Biden proposes Medicare, Medicaid cover weight-loss drugs
President Joe Biden plans to require Medicare and Medicaid to offer coverage for weight-loss medications, a move that could cost $36 billion for the... Read More.
DEA to hold hearing on plan to loosen federal marijuana restrictions
The Drug Enforcement Administration plans to hold a formal hearing next week on its plan to reschedule marijuana at the federal level.
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North Carolina governor’s veto blocks $227M in Helene assistance
Legislation sending $227 million in assistance to western North Carolina recovery from Hurricane Helene has been vetoed by two-term Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper.
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Arizona congressmen renew fight over federal taxation of family rebate
Some members of the Arizona congressional delegation are renewing calls to get a refund on the federally taxed state tax rebate given to families... Read More.
VA to offer green burials as part of pilot program at national cemeteries
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced Tuesday it would offer a pilot program for green burial sections at three national cemeteries.
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