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He pitched military service with a promise of lifetime healthcare. When he needed it, the system failed. really proud of this one.
@berkeleyjr.bsky.social
@nbcnews.com
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He pitched military service with a promise of lifetime healthcare. When he needed it, the system failed.
More than a year after the military’s health insurance program transitioned millions of people to TriWest, problems continue to plague the program, leaving patients in limbo.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/pitched-military-service-promise-lifetime-healthcare-needed-system-fai-rcna331807
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While testifying last week, RFK Jr. dismissed Medicaid programs that pay families to care for disabled loved ones as “rife with fraud” and claimed that they pay people to complete menial tasks they “used to do as family members for free.” Disability rights advocates & family caregivers are furious.
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RFK Jr. draws backlash for ripping Medicaid programs that pay people to care for relatives
Advocates for disabled people and those who care for them said they were insulted by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s allegations that the programs are "rife with fraud."
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/rfk-jr-backlash-medicaid-home-care-programs-fraud-rcna341483
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I reported on the illicit iboga trade for
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back in 2023, and the complicated ethics of who gets to profit from protected plants .
www.theguardian.com/society/2023...
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The psychedelic ibogaine can treat addiction. The race is on to cash in
Clinics and scientists around the world aim to turn a profit from a powerful Gabonese plant – but it’s an ethical and legal wild west
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2023/jan/23/ibogaine-iboga-drug-addiction-psychedelic-gabon
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Berkeley Lovelace Jr.
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Reliable sources within HHS and CDC tell us this tweet is inaccurate and no decision has been made.
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Sahil Kapur
about 2 months ago
New KFF poll on expired ACA subsidies (among 2025 marketplace enrollees) —80% report higher health care costs —51% say "a lot" higher —28% switched plans, 9% went uninsured —78% say Congress was wrong to let the funds expire —62% blame Trump or Republicans —14% blame Democrats
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BREAKING: Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.'s changes to childhood vaccine schedule
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Federal judge blocks RFK Jr.'s changes to childhood vaccine schedule
The ruling stems from a lawsuit brought by major medical organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/federal-judge-blocks-rfk-jr-cdc-childhood-vaccine-schedule-rcna263697
about 2 months ago
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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, which crafts evidence-based recommendations for cancer screenings and other preventive care hasn't met for almost a year under RFK Jr. by
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@nbcnews.com
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Federal panel behind cancer screening recommendations hasn’t met in nearly a year
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force's meetings have stalled as Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has reshaped other federal advisory committees.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/federal-panel-cancer-screening-recommendations-hasnt-met-nearly-year-rcna221824
2 months ago
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Bhattacharya confirmed to
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that he's taking on the role of acting CDC director, in addition to running the NIH.
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NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya will take over leadership of CDC temporarily
The transition is the latest in a monthslong series of leadership shake-ups across federal health agencies.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/nih-director-jay-bhattacharya-lead-cdc-temporarily-rcna259596
3 months ago
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The FDA issued an unusual defense of its decision to not review Moderna's mRNA flu shot. by
@berkeleyjr.bsky.social
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FDA defends its decision to not review Moderna’s mRNA flu shot
The agency said it denied Moderna’s application because it refused to follow “very clear” guidance. The drugmakers says the FDA approved the design of its clinical trial.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-defends-decision-not-review-modernas-mrna-flu-shot-rcna258642
3 months ago
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Berkeley Lovelace Jr.
3 months ago
💊TrumpRx goes live this evening: What to know
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Trump to launch discount drug platform Thursday evening: What to know
The platform called TrumpRx will not sell drugs directly, but is expected to point buyers to drugmakers' own direct-to-consumer sites.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/trumprx-launch-discount-drug-what-know-rcna257549
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NBC News
3 months ago
Measles in South Carolina has spread to almost 800 people, surpassing the 2025 West Texas outbreak that sickened hundreds and killed two young girls.
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South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 789 cases, surpassing Texas
The ongoing outbreak has spread to at least 3 other states, sending hundreds of people into quarantine.
https://nbcnews.to/45y6VYS
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What lies ahead for health care in 2026 by
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Health care will get more expensive for some in 2026 — and cheaper for others
People covered by Obamacare and Medicaid may see health care costs rise, but for people on Medicare, Biden-era negotiated drug prices are set to go into effect.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/aca-medicaid-medicare-health-care-expensive-some-cheaper-others-rcna249526
4 months ago
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“I don’t think I ever remember seeing it this severe, this soon." "Our emergency department is full of kids coming in with the flu.” by
@erikaedwards.bsky.social
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'So much flu': What to know as flu season ramps up early this year
Doctors say that so far, kids are hit hardest with the flu. The flu shot is helping to keep them out of the hospital.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/flu-season-rise-virus-symptoms-kids-vaccine-protection-what-know-rcna250481
5 months ago
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5 months ago
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RFK Jr and the Trump admin are moving to prohibit hospitals from providing puberty blockers, hormone therapy and surgeries to transgender minors if they want to participate in Medicare and Medicaid. by
@joyurcaba.bsky.social
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@erikaedwards.bsky.social
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HHS moves to slash funding and access to care for transgender minors
The proposals announced Thursday would bar hospitals that receive federal funding from providing transition-related care to minors.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/hhs-slash-funding-prohibit-access-trans-care-minors-rcna249874
5 months ago
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An NBC News investigation found that whooping cough vaccination rates are plummeting across the country. It's part of a larger, troubling trend of growing vaccine hesitancy that is fueling a resurgence of preventable diseases. by
@erikaedwards.bsky.social
@joemurph.bsky.social
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Whooping cough cases soar as vaccination rates drop
In an NBC News data investigation of 31 states, about 70% of counties and jurisdictions fell below the target vaccination rate needed for community protection.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/kids-health/whooping-cough-vaccines-cases-us-pertussis-rcna248746
5 months ago
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FDA says it may relax warning label rule for dietary supplements by
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FDA says it may relax warning label rule for dietary supplements
Supplements aren’t reviewed for safety and effectiveness, but disclaimers about health benefits are required on products.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-supplements-warning-label-rule-change-rfk-jr-rcna249321
5 months ago
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CDC study says Covid shots continue to protect healthy kids from severe illness
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CDC study says Covid shots continue to protect healthy kids from severe illness
Researchers found that Covid vaccines reduced the risk of emergency room and urgent care visits by 56% to 76%. It comes as some federal health officials have sowed doubt in the shots.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/kids-health/cdc-covid-shot-study-protects-health-kids-severe-illness-rcna248683
5 months ago
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ACIP just voted to rescind the recommendation to give all newborns the hepatitis B vaccine, overturning a decadeslong policy that cut acute hep B cases in kids by 99% by Aria Bendix and
@erikaedwards.bsky.social
@nbcnews.com
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CDC advisory panel expected to vote on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The vote was delayed on Thursday because of disagreements and confusion over the voting language.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/kids-health/cdc-panel-vote-hepatitis-b-vaccine-babies-rfk-jr-rcna247482
5 months ago
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'Why won't you help me?' Pregnant women and their babies are dying in jail
Dozens of pregnant women locked up in county jails described excruciating pain, saying their cries for help were ignored as they miscarried or gave birth into cell toilets or on filthy jail floors.
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/pregnant-women-babies-endure-inhumane-conditions-jails-rcna241871
6 months ago
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Years after the reign of Warren Jeffs, the Short Creek community on the Utah-Arizona border is focused on rebuilding. Missed vaccines were low on the list of priorities, until now. by
@erikaedwards.bsky.social
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This tight-knit community was recovering from a cultlike leader. Then measles got in.
Years after the reign of Warren Jeffs, the Short Creek community on the Utah-Arizona border is focused on rebuilding. Missed vaccines were low on the list of priorities, until now.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/tight-knit-community-was-recovering-cultlike-leader-measles-got-rcna240592
6 months ago
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hot take: lamps are getting too small
7 months ago
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Millions of Americans are set to see their insurance premiums spike in 2026 if enhanced Obamacare subsidies aren't extended. As open enrollment approaches, many are starting to get letters informing them of just how much those increases will be. by
@berkeleyjr.bsky.social
@nbcnews.com
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Without Obamacare subsidies, this couple’s insurance premiums are set to go up almost $2,000
The subsidies are a key sticking point in the government shutdown: Democrats in Congress say that in order to secure their votes to reopen the government, they must be extended.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-care/obamacare-subsidies-couples-insurance-premiums-are-set-go-almost-2000-rcna236478
7 months ago
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8 months ago
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Berkeley Lovelace Jr.
8 months ago
Scoop! — Polling showing that a majority of Trump’s voters support vaccines was shared with several GOP lawmakers’ staffers in a closed-door meeting Wednesday, per two people familiar. The poll results may explain the shift in tone from some GOP senators Thursday.
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Ahead of Kennedy hearing, GOP saw poll showing Trump voters support vaccines
The poll, conducted by veteran Republican pollsters, found that a majority of Trump voters believe vaccines save lives and support immunizations against measles and hepatitis B.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/ahead-kennedy-hearing-gop-saw-poll-showing-trump-voters-support-vaccin-rcna229243
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Thursday’s hearing before the Senate Finance Committee is not only a key test for Kennedy, but for Sen. Bill Cassidy, the pivotal vote behind his confirmation.
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Senators prepare to grill RFK Jr. amid turmoil at the CDC and vaccine changes
Kennedy will face questioning from Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., who played a key role in his confirmation but has recently criticized the secretary's decisions.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/senators-prepare-grill-rfk-jr-turmoil-cdc-vaccine-changes-rcna228020
8 months ago
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Incredible work here from Pfizer
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Sahil Kapur
8 months ago
New: Key GOP senator Bill Cassidy promises "oversight" of RFK after CDC firing/exodus. But he isn't saying what that means. He's "reserving judgment" on RFK—won't say if he has confidence or regret voting to confirm. Other Rs aren't thrilled w/ the HHS secretary.
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Key GOP senator declines to elaborate on planned 'oversight' of RFK Jr. after CDC exodus
Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., said he is "reserving judgment" while other Republicans expressed skepticism of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s job as HHS secretary following a recent CDC shake-up.
https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/republican-senator-oversight-robert-f-kennedy-hhs-cdc-firing-resigns-rcna228688
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At least four top officials have resigned in the wake of CDC director Monarez's firing
@erikaedwards.bsky.social
@berkeleyjr.bsky.social
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CDC director pushed out, flood of top resignations follow
The ouster comes at a tumultuous time for the embattled health agency. Other top officials also submitted their resignations Wednesday.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-director-monarez-out-confirmed-rfk-jr-rcna227620
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“Everyone wants childhood vaccines to be as safe as possible, but reviving this panel now must be put in the context of recent HHS actions.”
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HHS revives task force on childhood vaccine safety
A lawsuit claims Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. violated a 1986 law by failing to set up a task force to make childhood vaccines safer.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/hhs-revives-task-force-childhood-vaccine-safety-rcna225127
9 months ago
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Berkeley Lovelace Jr.
9 months ago
NEW: The FDA warned about unapproved thyroid pills, then — after MAHA backlash— said it'll "ensure access" to them
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FDA warns about unapproved thyroid pills — then says it'll "ensure access" to them
The apparent reversal illustrates the power of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, particularly with its focus on “natural” drugs.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-warns-unapproved-thyroid-pills-says-ll-ensure-access-rcna224972
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NBC News
9 months ago
In January, Dr. Elisabeth Potter says she was midway through performing a breast reconstruction surgery when a call from a representative from UnitedHealthcare came into the operating room. The health insurance company wanted to talk about the patient on the table.
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Texas surgeon says UnitedHealthcare dispute may force her into bankruptcy
Dr. Elisabeth Potter says she may be forced into bankruptcy if her clinic isn’t accepted by the insurance giant.
https://nbcnews.to/4545hOW
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RFK Jr. cuts $500 million in mRNA vaccine contracts, dealing major blow to promising area of research
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RFK Jr. cuts $500 million in mRNA vaccine contracts, dealing major blow to promising area of research
The cuts add to mounting evidence that Kennedy is pursuing an aggressive anti-vaccine agenda.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/rfk-jr-cuts-500-million-mrna-vaccine-contracts-dealing-major-blow-prom-rcna223281
9 months ago
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This is a really fascinating story by
@kaitsulliva.bsky.social
- How a type of HPV can cause skin cancer in people with weakened immune systems
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A type of HPV can cause skin cancer in people with weakened immune systems, report finds
A type of HPV, commonly found on the skin, could trigger skin cancer in people with weakened immune systems.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/beta-hpv-squamous-skin-cancer-immunocompromised-rcna222031
9 months ago
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The U.S. gets nearly half of its brand-name prescription drugs from Europe. by
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How will Trump’s E.U. tariffs affect drug prices?
Europe is a major manufacturing hub for brand-name drugs in particular, including the blockbuster drug Ozempic.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/trump-eu-tariffs-drug-prices-ozempic-botox-wegovy-prescriptions-rcna221746
9 months ago
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Some of the panelists invited by the FDA to discuss SSRIs and pregnancy claimed that antidepressants don't work at all and depression goes away on its own. One suggested that depression was not an illness, but rather a product of “women just naturally experiencing their emotions more intensely.”
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FDA panel promotes misinformation on antidepressants during pregnancy, psychiatrists say
Nearly all of the 10 panelists emphasized what they said were risks of the drugs. Some claimed, without evidence, that antidepressants don't work at all.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/mental-health/fda-panel-promotes-misinformation-antidepressants-pregnancy-psychiatri-rcna220047
10 months ago
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Some researchers suspect the trend has to do with obesity and diet. Others point to changes in the gut microbiome.
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Gastrointestinal cancers are rising dramatically in people under 50
Some researchers suspect the trend has to do with obesity and diet. Others point to changes in the gut microbiome.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/gastrointestinal-cancers-rising-dramatically-people-50-rcna219104
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Nine-month-old Hal was exposed to measles at day care and can’t go back for almost a month. He's too young for the measles vaccine, which isn't recommended til 1yo. When his mom has to go back to work, his dad will need to take time off - unpaid - to stay home with him. by
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Day care measles exposure forces Iowa family to take weeks off work for baby: 'It only takes one'
There have been at least 1,309 confirmed cases of measles in the U.S. this year. Hundreds or thousands of other families have most likely had their lives upended after being exposed.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/day-care-measles-exposure-forces-iowa-family-take-weeks-work-baby-only-rcna218899
10 months ago
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sara g miller
Kaitlin Sullivan
10 months ago
Affordability policies like Medicaid expansion had the biggest weight on access.
www.nbcnews.com/health/women...
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Birth control access: Scorecard evaluates family planning policies across the U.S.
When it comes to ease of finding affordable contraception, a new report shows 'stark' differences from state to state.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/womens-health/birth-control-access-report-family-planning-policies-us-rcna218744
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Really interesting story on lipedema. How a person looks is in no way an indicator of how much pain they have. by
@erikaedwards.bsky.social
@nbcnews.com
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This influencer’s videos show an active lifestyle. Offline, she’s fighting for treatment for a painful condition.
Aurora McCausland has lipedema, a painful disorder that causes a buildup of fat in the lower body. Her doctor said surgery could fix it, but her insurance has denied coverage.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/insurance-influencer-aurora-mccausland-lipedema-surgery-rcna217261
10 months ago
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Berkeley Lovelace Jr.
10 months ago
NEW - Rural hospitals say they’re being forced to consider tough choices — like cutting services for children or cancer patients — after Trump signed into law a sprawling domestic policy bill that includes sweeping cuts to not only Medicaid but the ACA, as well.
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Rural hospitals brace for painful choices after Trump's Medicaid and Obamacare cuts
An estimated 17 million people could lose their health insurance, putting financial strain on hospitals.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/rural-hospitals-brace-painful-choices-trumps-medicaid-obamacare-cuts-rcna217577
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Over the 10 months Arkansas’ work requirement was in place, more than 18,000 people in the state lost Medicaid coverage. Most were working or qualified for exemptions. by
@berkeleyjr.bsky.social
@nbcnews.com
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‘A slap in the face’: Georgia and Arkansas’ Medicaid work rules may preview the road ahead
The Republicans’ ‘big, beautiful bill’ makes huge changes to Medicaid, including rolling out work requirements nationwide for the first time.
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/georgia-arkansas-medicaid-work-rules-preview-s-coming-nationwide-rcna216235
10 months ago
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