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Three bills from state Sen. Andrew Gounardes signed into law, codifying protections for firefighters, families * Brooklyn Paper

New laws enhance protections and benefits for firefighters and their families, ensuring access to healthcare and pension parity.
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Congress Introduces Bills to Break Up UnitedHealth Group

Congress is advancing bills to dismantle major insurance monopolies following Brian Thompson's murder, reflecting significant public outrage towards the healthcare system.

Bipartisan Lawmakers Seek to Break Up Giant Health Care Conglomerates

New bipartisan legislation seeks to prevent health insurers from owning pharmacies, targeting the monopolistic power of pharmacy benefit managers.
If enacted, this legislation could disrupt the current healthcare market dominated by a few conglomerates. The effort highlights ongoing concerns about drug pricing and transparency.

Senators, Representatives Introduce Bill That Would Ban Joint Ownership of PBMs and Pharmacies - MedCity News

The Patients Before Monopolies Act seeks to divest PBMs from pharmacy ownership to prevent conflicts of interest and reduce drug costs.

Congress Introduces Bills to Break Up UnitedHealth Group

Congress is advancing bills to dismantle major insurance monopolies following Brian Thompson's murder, reflecting significant public outrage towards the healthcare system.

Bipartisan Lawmakers Seek to Break Up Giant Health Care Conglomerates

New bipartisan legislation seeks to prevent health insurers from owning pharmacies, targeting the monopolistic power of pharmacy benefit managers.
If enacted, this legislation could disrupt the current healthcare market dominated by a few conglomerates. The effort highlights ongoing concerns about drug pricing and transparency.

Senators, Representatives Introduce Bill That Would Ban Joint Ownership of PBMs and Pharmacies - MedCity News

The Patients Before Monopolies Act seeks to divest PBMs from pharmacy ownership to prevent conflicts of interest and reduce drug costs.
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Trans attorney Chase Strangio to make Supreme Court history

Chase Strangio is the first out transgender lawyer to present a case before the U.S. Supreme Court, defending trans healthcare rights.

More than 160 Democrats urge Supreme Court to support transgender people's rights to health care

Over 160 members of Congress support transgender rights as the Supreme Court hears a case on Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming healthcare for minors.

Trans attorney Chase Strangio to make Supreme Court history

Chase Strangio is the first out transgender lawyer to present a case before the U.S. Supreme Court, defending trans healthcare rights.

More than 160 Democrats urge Supreme Court to support transgender people's rights to health care

Over 160 members of Congress support transgender rights as the Supreme Court hears a case on Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming healthcare for minors.
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Exclusive | NY coalition proposes first-in-the-nation cap on hospital clinic bills

New York is proposing a cap on medical bills to address disparities in pricing between hospitals and independent clinics.

Longest-serving MPs unite to oppose assisted dying

Concerns raised by MPs Abbott and Leigh highlight potential risks of the assisted dying bill to vulnerable minorities.
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Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, but it's 'not a victory for pregnant patients'

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, ruling in favor of providing care if the patient's health is threatened.

Fox News Audience Laughs When Trump Jokes About Woman Who Likely Died Because of Georgia Abortion Law

Trump's joking about Amber Thurman's situation at a town hall raised concerns about his insensitivity towards women's health issues.
Thurman's case emphasized potential consequences of restrictive abortion laws on medical decision-making.

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, but it's 'not a victory for pregnant patients'

Supreme Court blocks Idaho's ban on emergency abortions, ruling in favor of providing care if the patient's health is threatened.

Fox News Audience Laughs When Trump Jokes About Woman Who Likely Died Because of Georgia Abortion Law

Trump's joking about Amber Thurman's situation at a town hall raised concerns about his insensitivity towards women's health issues.
Thurman's case emphasized potential consequences of restrictive abortion laws on medical decision-making.
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3 Months Into Florida's 6-Week Abortion Ban, Its Impacts Are Already Showing

Accessing abortion care has become more challenging with restrictive laws, forcing individuals like Jennifer into difficult situations.

VA says it's seeing more patients than ever and cutting wait times for them

Efforts by the Veterans Affairs Department to reduce wait times for patients, particularly in mental health care, have resulted in significant improvements.

Simon's LICH Act to reform hospital closures passes in Assembly

Assemblymember Simon advocated for hospital closure reform since 2015, with a recent bill passing the New York Assembly.
The LICH Act aims to require public notice, engagement, and state oversight when hospitals close, learning from the closure of Long Island College Hospital.

Her insurer stopped approving her medicine that worked. Will a new state law help?

Patients struggle with insurance companies' prior authorization for necessary medications.
States are enacting legislation to address issues related to prior authorization processes.

Opinion: Preserve the heartbeat of Medicare by paying doctors fairly

Medicare physician payments reduced by 3.4% as of Jan. 1
Physicians nationwide calling on congressional lawmakers to reverse cuts
Congress urged to pass legislation to preserve Medicare and address physician shortage crisis

'We've created medical refugees.' LGBTQ+ healthcare workers fight for gender-affirming care amid rise in anti-trans laws

Transgender healthcare workers face challenges despite increasing numbers in the profession.
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