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Big Pharma Influences Push Against Drug Discounts
A coalition of conservative groups, many funded by the pharmaceutical industry, urged Republican leaders to reform the 340B drug discount program. This program mandates drug manufacturers to offer discounted medications to rural healthcare providers. Critics claim hospitals misuse the program for profit, distributing drugs to affluent areas at higher prices. Nine signatories of the letter…
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Jason Barrett Appointed CEO of GW University Hospital
Jason Barrett has been appointed as the new CEO of The George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., effective August 18. In addition to his role as CEO, Barrett will serve as group vice president for the District of Columbia market, overseeing the Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health. His leadership is expected to…
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North Carolina Court Pauses Hospital Expansion Dispute
The North Carolina Supreme Court has temporarily halted a state appellate court ruling in a certificate-of-need dispute between Mission Health, based in Asheville, N.C., and AdventHealth, based in Altamonte Springs, Fla. This legal battle highlights the intense competition between healthcare providers to expand their services in Western North Carolina. The court’s decision to grant Mission…
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HHS Reforms Indicate Pro-Life Organ Donation Shift
Recent reforms guided by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) suggest a shift towards a pro-life approach in organ donation policies. These changes aim to streamline the organ donation process and increase the availability of organs for transplantation. The reforms are expected to have significant implications for the U.S. healthcare system, potentially increasing…
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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 Despite federal agencies deeming these products illegal, Texas laws remain outdated.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…
