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Government Declines Insurer Cut as Medicare Spending Doubles to $1.9 Trillion
Despite rising Medicare spending, the government has decided not to increase insurers' cut, causing concern for US healthcare providers.
FDA Updates Guidance on Low Risk Devices and Clinical Decision Support Software
On Jan. 6, 2026, the FDA updated guidance documents on General Wellness and Clinical Decision Support Software,…
LA Hospitals Struggle as Maternity Ward Closures Lead to Increased ER Births
Explore how maternity ward closures in Los Angeles lead to an increase in emergency room births, and the…
Latest Health Spending Data Released by CMS Office of the Actuary
Explore the latest health spending data released by the CMS Office of the Actuary as it monitors the US health expenditures.
CDC Reports Decline in Seasonal Flu Activity; Urges Vaccination Amidst Pediatric…
CDC reports declining nationwide flu activity, but trends vary among age groups. Tragically, 44 children have died…
Minnesota Nurse Alex Pretti, 37, Killed by Federal Agents Identified
Alex Pretti, a registered nurse at Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was recently killed by federal agents amid…
Trump’s Energy Policy Spike Consumer Bills
Despite promises to reduce energy costs, Trump's policies have led to increased energy bills, with a focus on fossil fuels over renewables.
California’s Largest Pediatric System to Halt Transgender Youth Care Amid…
California's largest pediatric healthcare system will cease gender-affirming care for transgender youth due to…
Largest Nurses Strike in NYC’s History Continues Amid Sub-Zero Temperatures
Despite freezing temperatures, thousands of NYC nurses are on strike, demanding improved staffing, hospital safety…
Morningstar US Healthcare Index Underperforms in 2025, Promises Potential in 2026
The Morningstar US Healthcare Index slightly lagged in 2025 but is expected to perform well in 2026 due to its defensive profile and innovation.