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University of Michigan research associates state bans with increased premium expenditures, particularly for Black and Hispanic women.
Divergence, source breadth, recency and a broader regional mix.
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Janet Woodcock urged research into reports of unusual health problems after vaccination, but it remains unclear if a study was launched
Burn specialists confirm readiness to assist Alberta colleagues following Saturday blaze.
University of Michigan research associates state bans with increased premium expenditures, particularly for Black and Hispanic women.
Hadja Lahbib outlined a new partnership covering vaccine development, stockpiling and CBRN threat information ahead of a Montreal summit.
A new HHS report alleges $50m in miscoded billing for puberty-blocking drugs and other procedures
An Alberta man faces charges for a fire that led to the emergency department's closure and a COVID-19 outbreak.
Claire Brosseau's motion for a constitutional exemption was dismissed, but her broader challenge will proceed.
The US health secretary’s dietary guidelines reverse decades of nutritional advice, drawing criticism from scientists
Jay Bhattacharya and Margaret Brennan argued on air about misinformation, public trust and the August 2025 attack in Atlanta.
A doctor argues that British Columbia's vaccine schedule is too late for the current respiratory illness season.

Newly released texts from Anthony Fauci’s government phone reveal he privately raised concerns in January 2021 that fever after the second COVID-19 vaccine dose could theoretically be linked to miscarriage, while publicly stating there were no red flags for pregnant women. The messages were obtained by the Senate Homeland Security Committee.

Oregon is experiencing a shortage of youth respite homes, a critical service for families with children needing behavioral health support. Limited statewide funding and Medicaid coverage create significant barriers to accessing these much-needed breaks.

Lancaster County Commissioner Joshua Parsons accused Governor Josh Shapiro of deception regarding two measles-associated deaths. The county coroner stated the infant died from a ruptured spleen, not measles. The state has confirmed 460 measles cases.

Renowned Indigenous leader Raoni Metuktire, 94, has been diagnosed with cancer in his digestive system. He is receiving palliative care at his home in Peixoto de Azevedo, Mato Grosso, Brazil, his institute announced on Monday, September 14.

A nurse from Alaska who carried a baby for a California couple is being sued for over $100,000 after refusing to terminate the pregnancy when the fetus was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. The biological parents allege breach of contract, while the surrogate says she acted to protect the child’s life. A Texas court will hear custody and parentage disputes on 25 August.

A new clinical trial in England aims to determine if blood tests can help doctors diagnose common abdominal cancers earlier. The study involves 20,000 patients across 200 GP practices and is funded by the government.
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The United States has recorded more than 4,080 confirmed measles cases this year, the highest number in decades. Pennsylvania accounts for over 25% of these cases, and New York has declared a state of emergency due to the outbreak.

The Trump administration announced new drug pricing agreements with nine pharmaceutical companies. These deals are intended to align U.S. prices with those paid in other developed countries, impacting state Medicaid programs.

From 3 November, anyone flying to the United States must state they have not been in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the past 21 days. The CDC also blocks entry for visitors from Uganda or South Sudan, as the Ebola outbreak in the DRC has claimed roughly 4,700 lives across Africa.

The Federal Trade Commission is suing telehealth companies, including Hims & Hers, for deceptive practices and sharing customer health data. Critics argue federal laws don't adequately cover these online health services, leading to privacy concerns and a lack of required medical consultations.

The United States will stop direct financial support for Namibia's HIV response programs after 2027, shifting to technical cooperation. The decision follows Namibia's rejection of proposed health data sharing agreements and its achievement of UNAIDS targets.

Cilia Flores, wife of former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, is reportedly suffering from a serious heart condition. Her son, Nicolas Maduro Guerra, has publicly stated she needs surgery and should be moved to house arrest for treatment. U.S. authorities have denied this request.
Texas hospitals are set to lose an estimated $27 million per day in Medicaid funding as the new fiscal year begins. The shortfall is due to the Trump administration withholding approval for approximately $9.8 billion in federal funds across three programs, primarily affecting the Comprehensive Hospital Increase Reimbursement Program (CHIRP).

Maya Gebala, who was shot three times in an attack in Tumbler Ridge, is being released from BC Children's Hospital after 262 days. Her father posted a video of the moment she learned she was going home.

A person has died in the Netherlands from West Nile virus infection, the RIVM reported. This marks the first death from the virus contracted within the country since 2020, with three cases now confirmed locally.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on 10 August 2026 to separate the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine into three individual shots and reduce the number of recommended childhood vaccines from 18 to 11. The order advises states with school vaccine mandates to consider updating their laws, though states retain authority over vaccination requirements.

Two former EPA officials claim the Trump administration delayed a nationwide survey of PFAS in wastewater. The study, submitted for White House approval in October 2024, could help identify industries responsible for releasing the chemicals and inform new regulations.

A second cat in Montérégie, Quebec, has contracted rabies, prompting health officials to urge pet vaccinations. Three people received preventative treatment after exposure. The case follows another in Godmanchester less than two weeks earlier, amid a regional outbreak.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivered a keynote address at a conference for the anti-vaccine group Children's Health Defense, which he formerly chaired. He told attendees they had a friend in the Trump White House and highlighted administration actions to alter vaccine guidance.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has proposed eliminating funding for the Children's Autism Program in its 2028-2029 budget request. The program provides applied behavior analysis therapy to autistic children, with the state spending $13.7 million on it over the past two years.