The 340B Drug Discount Program Needs Protection, Health Systems Urge Congress

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr has disbanded the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, aiming to restore trust in vaccines amid concerns over politicization and integrity.

A quick roundup episode of major health policy developments, from shifting COVID-19 vaccine guidance and scientific publishing controversies to rising cancer care costs and the impact of oncology biosimilars.

While citing overwhelming barriers patients in rural areas face when accessing care, providers noted the potential of telehealth to improve access in a survey.

Lindsey Leininger, PhD, and Allister Chang, MPA, highlight the potential of laundromats as accessible, community-based settings to support Medicaid outreach, foster trust, and connect families with essential health and social services.

The Congressional Budget Office estimates the package would add $2.4 trillion to the national deficit over a decade and leave 10.9 million more Americans without health insurance.

Rural marketplace rating area change in Texas did not increase enrollment but increased share of enrollment in gold plans.