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Trump’s Health secretary admits he used to snort cocaine off toilet seats
The admission came during the Health Secretary's appearance on comedian Theo Von's podcast.
RFK Jr. promised to restore trust in US health agencies. One year later, it’s eroding
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reshaping U.S. health policy as HHS secretary, and doctors say his changes are eroding trust
AbbVie sues US health agency over Botox price controls
Feb 11 (Reuters) - AbbVie sued the U. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, challenging a decision by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to impose price controls for Botox.
Hospital Spending Accounted for 40% of the Growth in National Health Spending Between 2022 and 2024
This data note analyzes the extent to which hospital spending has contributed to the growth in national health expenditures in recent years and over the long term using data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) National Health Expenditures Accounts (NHEA).
Entertainment events canceled in Portland due to visa issues
Portland Ovations, which books entertainment events, says it’s had to cancel two different upcoming performances because of visa issues.
Community health workers deserve their promised reimbursement
More than two years after it was promised, Connecticut’s Medicaid program still does not cover community health worker services.
Philadelphia men repeatedly traveled to Minneapolis to carry out $3.5M housing fraud scheme: DOJ
Pennsylvania fraudsters pleaded guilty to stealing about $3.5 million from Minnesota housing program after traveling to exploit Medicaid beneficiaries.
Budget cut fallout: After Idaho cut a critical Medicaid mental health service, two patients died
Idaho Medicaid contractor Magellan cut the service in December, after Gov. Brad Little ordered state agencies to cut spending.
US Medicare Agency Proposes Regulation to Reduce Fraud Across Health Insurance Programs
Feb 9 (Reuters) - Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on Monday proposed regulations to crack down on fraud and misleading practices by health insurance agents and brokers to lower health care costs. (Reporting by Sneha S K in Bengaluru; Editing by Alan Barona) Copyright 2026 ...
Oz Offers Forceful Call for Measles Vaccination
The comments by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services director come as South Carolina grapples with a large measles outbreak.
'Take the vaccine, please,' a top US health official says in an appeal as measles cases rise
A leading U.S. health official is urging people to get inoculated against the measles at a time of outbreaks across several states. The appeal is from Dr. Mehmet Oz, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services administrator. And it comes as the United States is at risk of losing its measles e...
Health costs are fueling voter stress and powering Democratic campaigns
Republicans have cut Medicaid through new work requirements and they’ve declined to extend COVID-era subsidies.
Health costs are fueling voter stress
Democrats are focusing on health care in the midterm elections, highlighting it as a key issue. Republicans have cut Medicaid through new work requirements and declined to extend COVID-era subsidies, leading to increased costs for Affordable Care Act plans.
New increased alcohol licensing fees in Cairo threaten local business owners
Cairo businesses are facing an increase in their alcohol license fees, which could affect their ability to sell alcohol, according to a letter from the city of Cairo.
Phillies invite 2 intriguing players to spring training
As the Phillies craft their 2026 plans, two non-roster invitees will have an opportunity to prove themselves at spring training.
Comparing States’ Rural Health Fund Allotments to Medicaid Spending Cuts Can be Misleading
This issue brief explains why it can be misleading to compare the first year of Rural Health Transformation Program allocations with estimated Medicaid cuts, which will be implemented on a gradual basis and not fully take effect until 2027, after the rural health fund is exhausted.
With ICE Using Medicaid Data, Hospitals and States Are in a Bind Over Warning Immigrant Patients
The Trump administration’s move to give deportation officials access to Medicaid data is forcing hospitals and states to consider alerting immigrant patients that information from emergency medical coverage applications could be used in efforts to remove them from the country.
With ICE using Medicaid data, hospitals and states are in a bind over warning immigrant patients
The Trump administration’s move to give deportation officials access to Medicaid data is putting hospitals and states in a bind as they weigh whether to alert immigrant patients that their personal information, including home addresses, could be used in efforts to remove them from the country.
A tumultuous two decades in Thailand's politics
Thailand has seen two coups, multiple rounds of street protests and court rulings that have brought down five prime ministers in the past two decades, underlining the intractable power struggle between conservatives, reformists and populists in the Southeast Asian country.
The significant risks, potential benefits of Sixers' Jared McCain trade
How will trading Jared McCain to the Thunder pan out for the Sixers?
How Colorado’s immigrant communities — and their health care providers — are bracing for impact under Trump’s budget bill
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as H.R. 1, will block refugees and asylees from Medicare and Medicaid, among other restrictions
Interventional cardiologists take on angiography-derived physiology in new expert opinion
ADP offers care teams multiple benefits not seen with traditional wire-based physiologic assessments. A roundtable of 17 expert clinicians discussed the topic at length, and their findings were used to develop a new manuscript published in JSCAI.
2 men charged with health insurance fraud, 1 charged with impersonating a doctor
Two men are facing a several fraud charges after police say a primary care medical doctor knowingly hired a non-licensed person who acted as a doctor at an East Hartford medical group. Police say in doing so, they then fraudulently billed the state Medicaid system. Police say Dr. Sultan Quraishi billed the state over $3,000 worth of fraudulent health insurance claims. Police are…
Medicaid cost, DCF oversight among CT lawmakers’ 2026 priorities
Connecticut legislators have lofty ambitions to tackle major health and human services challenges during the 2026 legislative session.
Budget director says addressing health care cost, access key for Whitmer
Flood said the governor's budget proposal will seek to address federal cuts to Medicaid spending while maintaining health care access in Michigan.
Medicaid work rules advance through Senate Health Committee
Democrats and Republicans were divided on adding work requirements for Medicaid.
Dundalk family says grandmother was wrongly declared dead, cutting off health coverage
A Dundalk family said a startling error in Maryland’s Medicaid system left their elderly loved one without health coverage for weeks after the state mistakenly
Mamdani’s New Health Commissioner Is an Unexpected Pick
Alister Martin’s appointment comes at pivotal time for the health of millions of New Yorkers, many of whom stand to lose their insurance or Medicaid under looming federal cuts.
Health leaders launch ‘Minnesota Revalidate’ to combat Medicaid fraud
State health leaders announced Monday they’re launching “Minnesota Revalidate" in an effort to combat ongoing Medicaid fraud involving thousands of providers that’s impacting patient care.
HHS Secy Kennedy Jr., Dr. Oz & Admin Officals Discuss Behavioral Health
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, and others announce "Action for Progress," an initiative addressing mental health and addiction.
Watch live: Top health officials launch initiative addressing mental health, addiction
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Mehmet Oz and other officials on Monday will announce an initiative addressing me…
Brand-New Hit PS5 Exclusive Game Already on Sale on PS Store
A brand-new, acclaimed PS5 console exclusive adventure game is on sale on the PS Store, offering players a limited-time launch discount.
‘Ghost’ providers hinder access to health care for Medicaid patients
New OHSU-led study finds nearly one-third of physicians enrolled in Medicaid don’t actually care for patients.
Indie critical darling Cairn climbs Steam charts, reaches 200k copies sold on PC and PS5 in first weekend
Mountain-climbing indie game Cairn has already sold over 200,000 copies across PC and PS5, studio The Game Bakers has announced.
It’s 2026 and You’re Uninsured. Now What?
Many Americans are expected to lose ACA or Medicaid coverage in coming months and years as a result of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and the expiration of enhanced pandemic-era subsidies that helped people afford Obamacare plans. Doctors and researchers say there are still ways to find affordable care.
HHS Secy. Kennedy, Dr. Oz & Others Announce New Mental Health Initiative
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, and others announce "Action for Progress," an initiative addressing mental health and addiction.
Medicaid expansion ballot campaign relaunches and is collecting signatures
'The relaunch comes as the healthcare crisis across the nation and particularly in Florida continues to deepen.'
How to watch Caitlin Clark's debut on NBC Sports’ 'Sunday Night Basketball' tonight
Caitlin Clark will make her debut in the broadcasting booth on Feb. 1 for the NBA's Sunday Night Basketball broadcast, here's how to watch.
Why some on Medicaid in NJ may need to find a new pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy sites are to remain in-network for people using Medicaid only through April 30.
Gov. Stitt suggests Medicaid cuts to curb health care costs
On Thursday, the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority asked for nearly half a billion more in its budget. Healthcare Authority Director Clay Bullard told lawmakers that a remedy for high agency costs coul…
James Cameron was once asked to deal cocaine to film crew: 'What do I do with this stuff?'
James Cameron says that he was once asked to deal cocaine and amphetamines to a film crew: 'That was just how things were done.'
Will Cain: Celebrities pushing politics seems like a ‘relic of the past’
Fox News host Will Cain rails against Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for his comparisons of the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement operation in his state to the Battle of Gettysburg and the story of Anne Frank on ‘The Will Cain Show.’
Bills' Dalton Kincaid gets $8.73 million contract update
Buffalo has a new head coach but a lot of cohesiveness.
Time to climb a weird mountain in Cairn, the windy backpacking odyssey from the creators of Haven and Furi
The new mountain climbing survival game from The Game Bakers is out now on Steam
The promise and reality of the rural health fund
In the 2025 budget bill, Congress created the $50 billion Rural Health Fund to help struggling hospitals, doctors, and patients in rural America. But rural hospitals are expected to lose three times that through Medicaid cuts in that same budget bill. So, what will it take to keep rural healthcare afloat?
Cairn review – obsession, suffering and awe in a climbing game that hits exhausting new heights
A punishing, beautiful survival game that turns mountaineering into an intimate test of endurance, fixation and emotional resolve – you’ll be in tears by the end
A Soulslike where survival is everything and a mountain is the boss
Climbing is combat in the tough, mesmerizing mountaineering game Cairn
Cairn and Peak Capture the Thrill of Climbing Mountains
With infinite pathways and incredible tension, video games like Cairn and Peak are recreating the activity’s emotional highs and lows.
Alibaba to merge with China's Zelos on $2 billion robovan business, WSJ reports
Alibaba's logistics arm plans to merge its autonomous-driving unit Cainiao with China's Zelos Technology, forming a new entity valued at approximately $2 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday, citing sources familiar with the matter.
Searows: ‘Death in the Business of Whaling’ review
Searows' sophomore album Death in the Business of Whaling is an expertly crafted collection of songs. The album is sure to please fans of Phoebe Bridgers, Ethel Cain or Iron & Wine.
WA hospital to close gender clinic, citing Trump administration threats
Hospital leaders write that "recent developments at the federal level" threaten to halt Medicaid and Medicare payments to the entire MultiCare Health System.
ECU Health announces 31 layoffs from Greenville Medicaid office
ECU Health officials said some positions at Access East are no longer funded and will be eliminated effective March 31st.
Trump suggests his shakeup of federal officials in Minnesota may 'de-escalate' things
President Donald Trump spoke of his sending "border czar" Tom Homan to Minnesota during an interview on Fox News’ “Will Cain Show” on Tuesday saying, “we’re going to de-escalate a little bit.”
Caitlin Clark joining NBC Sports for its new Sunday night NBA pregame show
Clark's crossover appeal will be on display for a national NBA audience.
Caitlin Clark to join NBC Sports as special contributor for NBA games
Former Iowa women's basketball and current WNBA Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark will join NBC Sports' Basketball Night in America coverage on Feb. 1.
Here's Why Health Insurance Stocks Are Sinking Tuesday
Several health insurer stocks tumbled Tuesday following a proposal from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that would raise payments to insurers less than expected next year.
Dean Cain defends federal immigration agents who killed Alex Pretti, blames Democratic leaders
Dean Cain is coming to the defense of federal immigration agents involved in the killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, saying Pretti 'wasn't there just being a peaceful protester.'
Hennepin Healthcare cuts 100 positions and 5 medical programs
The system is also confronting a projected $100 million loss in uncompensated care and a $1.7 billion reduction in Medicaid revenue over the next 10 years.
Providers say feds’ new rural health care grants to Illinois won’t cover Medicaid cuts
State received second-smallest grant among neighboring states.
HDUs help deliver quality and cost improvements, Medicaid leaders say
Melissa Kotrys of the Contexture health information exchange previews her HIMSS26 panel session exploring how health data utility capabilities support Medicaid and public health objectives.
In the post-Caitlin Clark era, Iowa finds a different winning formula
There's life after Caitlin Clark as Jan Jensen has the Iowa women's basketball team contending in the Big Ten again. This time with great post play.
Philly health workers urge lawmakers to block Medicaid cuts slated for 2027
PASNAP unions and 10 partner organizations have introduced a “Healthcare Bill of Rights” and are urging lawmakers to pledge support for safety net programs.
Boston Health Care for the Homeless CEO resigns amid staff layoffs, internal discord
The city’s largest homeless services provider is under pressure from looming Medicaid cuts and staff dissent.
Recent cases show flaws in NC’s mental health care system. How it could improve.
NC official says the state should boost Medicaid rates for mental health care and fund work that would help patients after incarceration.
Sen. Kaine visits Harrisonburg clinic to discuss rural health care
U.S. Virginia Senator Tim Kaine is traveling across Virginia to discuss the recent impact of Medicaid cuts, health care affordability, and other key issues affecting Virginians on Tuesday.
Medicaid has a new way to pay for costly sickle cell treatment: Only if it works
Medicaid is doing a novel payment system for the new, promising and expensive sickle cell treatment. It may become a model for all gene therapies being developed.
Buttigieg, Booker Lead Midterm Democratic Health Care Push
The potential 2028 presidential candidates showcased a Democratic midterm strategy that would assail G.O.P. votes in favor of cutting Medicaid and allowing health care subsidies to expire.
California families face life-or-death health care cuts. Billionaires can afford to pitch in
Medi-Cal faces a $30 million gutting, so unions and advocates want to put a wealth tax targeting billionaires on the ballot.
There is an old-school urban political machine that has controlled Minnesota for a while, Deputy HHS Secretary says
Deputy HHS Secretary Jim O'Neill unpacks alleged fraud in Minnesota and reveals what happened when he visited the state on 'The Will Cain Show.'
Feds cut, then reinstated, mental health grants. What's left? Anxiety.
Lawmakers working on 2026 bills had recently increased dollars to mental health and addiction recovery programs.
Trump, advisers to hold roundtable on rural health care
Rural communities have feared the impact Medicaid cuts will have on health care.
Rep. David Valadao voted to keep health insurance credits but cut Medicaid. Why?
Will Rep. David Valadao’s health care votes help or hurt his re-election chances?
Trump admin warns of 'widescale doxxing' of ICE if House Dem's new bill passes
Trump administration fires back at Bronx congressman's QR code plan for ICE agents, calling it a 'doxxing campaign' to protect 'criminal illegal aliens.'
How much do you pay for health insurance? The Tribune wants to know.
From Medicaid to employer-sponsored health insurance, more than 92% of Utahns have some sort of coverage. The Salt Lake Tribune wants to hear from you about your health insurance.
Governor Stein Provides NC Strong Update: Promoting Safe & Healthy Families Across North Carolina
Today Governor Josh Stein held his latest NC Strong Update to reaffirm his commitment to a healthier North Carolina, including announcing new funding for rural health care and summer meals for kids and calling on the General Assembly to pass a comprehensive state budget that fully funds Medicaid as federal Affordable Care Act tax credits expire. Governor Stein also gave an update on his successful work to keep people safe from malicious drones.
GOP Cuts Will Cripple Medicaid Enrollment, Warns CEO of Largest Public Health Plan
Martha Santana-Chin, a daughter of Mexican immigrants, last year took the helm of L.A. Care, the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. She warns that looming federal cuts will push up to 650,000 people off L.A. Care’s Medicaid rolls by the end of 2028.
Bipartisan health package still in play despite Obamacare rancor
Leadership and health committees in both parties have quietly swapped offers on a package over the past week.
States Race To Launch Rural Health Transformation Plans
Every state will receive at least $100 million annually from the federal Rural Health Transformation fund, but some scored millions more based on how the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services judged the “quality” of their plans and willingness to pass policies embracing "Make America Healthy Again" initiatives.
Fox News Host Schooled by Dem Rep on Basic Politics
Will Cain used a term that has long been viewed as an epithet for liberals.
Everything you need to know about Montana’s rural health windfall
All told, the administration of Gov. Greg Gianforte has said that Montana could receive $1.2 billion in grant money by 2031 if the Trump administration continues to fund the state’s proposed projects at the same level every year. How far will that go toward filling the hole left by Medicaid cuts, and what exactly can the money be used for?
At JPM 2026, Mehmet Oz and top Trump health officials explain their thinking to hospital leaders
Oz downplayed the effects of cuts to Medicaid and defended RFK Jr.'s moves on vaccines.
Judge Orders HHS to Restore Funding for Children's Health Programs as Lawsuit Continues
NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore nearly $12 million in funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics, including money for rural health care and the early identification of disabilities in young children. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell in Washington,
Medicaid funding floodgates, and JPM26 is here
This is the online version of STAT's Health Care Inc. newsletter.
Voices: A new rural health care grant isn’t enough. Utah’s children deserve better.
“Accepting deep Medicaid cuts while celebrating a limited rural grant sends the wrong message and puts families at risk,” writes Moe Hickey, Executive Director of Voices for Utah Children, in an op-ed.
Funding “Rural Health Care Transformation” Without Shoring Up Failing Hospitals
The unusual policy symmetry involved in the Big Beautiful Bill’s Medicaid cuts and new rural health innovation initiative may not bode well for rural health care quality and outcomes.
Fulham 3-1 Middlesbrough
A great first round win against a strong Championship side. We're still on this stunning run of form that we can hopefully bring into the Premier League and the next round of the FA Cup. Alan: Could have started with Tom Cairney because he ran the show when he came on.
Northampton mayor’s husband offers public apology after Stop & Shop altercation: ‘I was the weak link in our local democracy’
Scher’s apology, coming amid so much national political strife, also seemed to speak to a larger sense of keyed-up anxiety buzzing beneath everyday life in America.
A Look At Elevance Health (ELV) Valuation After Recent Analyst Upgrades And Long Term Growth Optimism
Multiple analyst upgrades, led by Wolfe Research and Wells Fargo, have pushed Elevance Health (ELV) into focus as investors weigh the company’s Medicare Advantage and Medicaid exposure against expectations for earnings to bottom in 2026. See our latest analysis for Elevance Health. The recent Wolfe Research and Wells Fargo upgrades came on top of a strong run, with Elevance Health’s 30 day share price return of 13.63% and 90 day share price return of 6.09%. At the same time, the 1 year total...
Fetty Wap released early from federal prison
Rapper Fetty Wap has been released early from a federal jail, almost three years after he was found guilty of conspiracy to distribute cocaine.
Voices: Amid significant threats, Utah will prioritize public health funding, evidence-based programs and the workforce that protects us all
“In 2026, public health is neither retreating nor standing still,” write Caitlyn Jasumback and Morgan Hadden in an op-ed. “It is adapting to a challenging landscape while continuing work that directly affects the lives of Utahns.”
Millions v. billions: New health funds in rural Minnesota are welcome, but they won’t offset Medicaid cuts
Minnesota’s allocation from a new federal program meant to offset significant budget cuts comes in below the average.
Indian Hill High school student raises money for hospital after health journey
After years of doctor visits, Aiden Kincaid is raising awareness for kids still searching for answers
Senate considers limiting Trump's war powers after Venezuela raid
Sen. Ruben Gallego said he is also working on a resolution "to block Trump from invading Greenland"
Edward Cabrera trade grades: Cubs ace deal for starter, Marlins return a little light
Three prospects, including Owen Caissie, are headed back to Miami
NV officials prioritize revised federal rural health funding while eyeing looming Medicaid cuts
Trump’s massive spending and tax cut bill included a $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program to offset part of the bill’s cuts to Medicaid.
What Medicaid changes in Trump's 'big beautiful bill' mean for family caregivers’ health coverage
New Medicaid changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will require community engagement from beneficiaries ages 19 to 64. But family caregivers are exempt.
How WA’s $181M in rural health funding stacks up with other states
Washington is set to receive $181 million in federal funding this year to boost rural health care amid drastic Medicaid cuts.
Feds award Michigan $173M to boost rural health amid Medicaid cuts
The award for Michigan is part of a $50 billion rural health fund created as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill passed by Republicans last year.
Venezuela needs elections to resolve political legitimacy crisis: CSIS Americas Program director
CSIS Americas Program director Ryan Berg discusses the U.S. mission in Venezuela and how it aligns with the ‘America First’ agenda on ‘The Will Cain Show.’