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Idaho’s “Abortion Trafficking” Law Takes Effect
The law effectively criminalizes medical care legally obtained in neighboring states.
Testosterone Access Could Be Limited as COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Ends
Options for patients in “care deserts” to remotely access gender-affirming care may soon dwindle.
Montana Passes Mixed Bag of Significant Policy Changes in Controversial Session
Some, like the Medicaid reimbursement hikes, were greeted with cheers. Others, with threats of legal challenges.
Pandemic-Era Programs Are Coming to End — But the Fight for Justice Isn’t
The helpful programs, as well as the national missteps, can teach us how to chart a better path forward as a society.
NHS Workers to Resume Strike, Rejecting Tory Government Pay Offer as Inadequate
Rishi Sunak, the wealthiest PM in UK history, has repeatedly supported proposals to crack down on the strike.
Kansas City Leaders Consider Joining Lawsuit Against Anti-Trans Missouri AG
The Kansas City council is also considering requests to make the city a “safe haven” for trans Missourians seeking care.
PACT Act Faces Uphill Battle to Address Chemical Poisoning of Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs is unprepared for a flood of claims from veterans disabled by toxic exposure.
Texas Judge’s Ruling Puts No-Cost Preventive Health Services in Jeopardy
The impact of a recent federal ruling on the Affordable Care Act is hard to parse. Here are the key issues to watch.
15 Million People May Lose Health Coverage as Medicaid “Purge” Begins
As Congress lets COVID-era coverage mandates expire, some states are jumping at the opportunity to take away benefits.
Bush-Nominated Judge Strikes Down Free HIV, Cancer Screenings in Major Ruling
The decision is a huge blow to the Affordable Care Act.