Trump’s 'beautiful' new law means states have big decisions this year on Medicaid, SNAP and taxes
Read full article: Trump’s 'beautiful' new law means states have big decisions this year on Medicaid, SNAP and taxesState lawmakers and governors will have decisions to make in 2026 about the budgets for their biggest social safety net programs.
House takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadership
Read full article: House takes step toward extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, overpowering GOP leadershipThe House is pushing ahead with legislation to renew subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans.
Bolsonaro briefly leaves Brazilian prison for medical tests after a fall from his bed
Read full article: Bolsonaro briefly leaves Brazilian prison for medical tests after a fall from his bedBrazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has briefly left a prison in Brasilia for medical examinations after hitting his head.
Georgia counties offer free flu shots for children, adults without insurance as state hits peak flu activity
Read full article: Georgia counties offer free flu shots for children, adults without insurance as state hits peak flu activityOn a scale of 1-13, Georgia is at a 13 for flu activity according to the latest report released from the Georgia Department of Public Health. The health departments in Glynn and Camden counties are each offering FREE flu shots for uninsured and underinsured children and adults as long as supplies last.
New dietary guidelines urge Americans to avoid processed foods and added sugar
Read full article: New dietary guidelines urge Americans to avoid processed foods and added sugarNew guidelines for healthy eating say Americans should eat more whole foods and protein, fewer highly processed foods and less added sugar.
Trump administration says it’s withholding social safety net money from 5 states over fraud concerns
Read full article: Trump administration says it’s withholding social safety net money from 5 states over fraud concernsPresident Donald Trump’s administration is withholding funding to help needy families with children in five states governed by Democrats.
Trump tells Republicans to be 'flexible' on abortion restrictions to get a health care deal
Read full article: Trump tells Republicans to be 'flexible' on abortion restrictions to get a health care dealPresident Donald Trump wants Republicans to get a deal on health care insurance assistance by being flexible on a long-standing budget policy that bars federal money from being spent on abortion services.
Abortion stays legal in Wyoming as its top court strikes down laws, including first US pill ban
Read full article: Abortion stays legal in Wyoming as its top court strikes down laws, including first US pill banAbortion will remain legal in Wyoming after the state Supreme Court struck down two laws that include the nation’s first explicit ban on abortion pills.
Simple maintenance tips to keep your humidifier clean all winter
Read full article: Simple maintenance tips to keep your humidifier clean all winterWith dry winter air plus cold and flu season in full swing, a humidifier can be essential to better skin, sleep, and overall health. However, humidifiers can get gross, potentially spreading bacteria and other germs. Consumer Reports reveals some simple and super-effective maintenance tips to keep you and your humidifier in tip-top shape all winter.
Detroit joining Michigan program that gives cash to expectant mothers for essentials
Read full article: Detroit joining Michigan program that gives cash to expectant mothers for essentialsA Michigan program that provides cash to help expectant mothers cope with bills, expenses and the high cost of taking care of children is coming to Detroit.
US cuts the number of vaccines recommended for every child, a move slammed by physicians
Read full article: US cuts the number of vaccines recommended for every child, a move slammed by physiciansThe U.S. has taken the unprecedented step of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child — a move that leading medical groups say would undermine protections against a half-dozen diseases.
After judge's ruling, HHS authorized to resume sharing some Medicaid data with deportation officers
Read full article: After judge's ruling, HHS authorized to resume sharing some Medicaid data with deportation officersThe nation’s health department can resume sharing the personal data of certain Medicaid enrollees with deportation officials.
Flu season surged in the US over the holiday and already rivals last winter's harsh epidemic
Read full article: Flu season surged in the US over the holiday and already rivals last winter's harsh epidemicU.S. flu infections are still surging, and health officials say it's a severe season that's likely to get worse.
EPA says it will propose drinking water limit for perchlorate, but only because court ordered it
Read full article: EPA says it will propose drinking water limit for perchlorate, but only because court ordered itThe Environmental Protection Agency says it will propose a drinking water limit for perchlorate, a chemical in certain explosives.
Doctors warning people not to take flu season lightly as Northeast Florida experiences ‘super flu’ outbreak
Read full article: Doctors warning people not to take flu season lightly as Northeast Florida experiences ‘super flu’ outbreakAn emergency room doctor at UF Health said the hospital saw a surge in patients over the Christmas holiday as a severe flu season and common colds drove higher volumes, especially among children.
Should your baby be a carnivore? Here’s what an expert says about the new trend
Read full article: Should your baby be a carnivore? Here’s what an expert says about the new trendDo you get advice about what your baby should be eating on your phone every day? From standard American to vegetarian to vegan, there are many different options. But there’s a new trend that takes the steak.
Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming care
Read full article: Federal employees file complaint against Trump administration's ban on gender-affirming careThe Trump administration faces a legal complaint from government employees over a new policy eliminating coverage for gender-affirming care in federal health insurance programs.
Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikes
Read full article: Health subsidies expire, launching millions of Americans into 2026 with steep insurance hikesEnhanced tax credits that have helped Americans offset the cost of Affordable Care Act health insurance for the last four years expired overnight.
Appeals court says Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can stand while lawsuit proceeds
Read full article: Appeals court says Medicaid funding cuts for Planned Parenthood can stand while lawsuit proceedsA federal appeals court says the Trump administration can continue to withhold Medicaid funding from Planned Parenthood while legal challenges continue.
Are you a snowplow, drone or concierge parent? Traps to avoid in 2026
Read full article: Are you a snowplow, drone or concierge parent? Traps to avoid in 2026Parenting today can feel like a full-time balancing act — wanting to protect your kids while still letting them grow. As the new year approaches, it may be the perfect time to re-examine your parenting style.
US commits $480m in health funding to Ivory Coast, the latest to sign 'America First' health deals
Read full article: US commits $480m in health funding to Ivory Coast, the latest to sign 'America First' health dealsThe United States and Ivory Coast have signed a health deal that would require the U.S. to commit $480 million to the West African nation’s health sector.
41 young men die in South Africa from circumcision procedures during initiation ceremonies
Read full article: 41 young men die in South Africa from circumcision procedures during initiation ceremoniesAuthorities report that at least 41 young men have died from circumcision procedures during traditional initiation activities in South Africa in November and December.
SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1
Read full article: SNAP bans on soda, candy and other foods take effect in five states Jan. 1Americans in five states who get government help paying for groceries will see new limits starting Thursday on soda, candy and other foods they can buy with those benefits.
Proposed bill targets vaccination discrimination, disclosure requirements
Read full article: Proposed bill targets vaccination discrimination, disclosure requirementsCalling it the “Health Care Medical Freedom Act,” a House Republican on Monday filed a bill that says health-care providers could not “discriminate” against patients based on vaccination status and seeks to add disclosure requirements when children get vaccinated.
Are you running on empty at work? How to handle emotional detachment
Read full article: Are you running on empty at work? How to handle emotional detachmentGallup’s latest report reveals only 31% of U.S. workers say they’re engaged, meaning nearly 7 in 10 feel detached or disengaged. That marks a 10-year low for employee engagement. So, how can you reconnect?
Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real life
Read full article: Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real lifeMany retirement developments serve as a tranquil refuge for older people who can no longer travel to faraway places or engage in bold adventures.
Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programs
Read full article: Pediatrics group sues HHS for cutting funds for children's health programsThe American Academy of Pediatrics sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Wednesday, seeking to block nearly $12 million in cuts to the group.
More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming care
Read full article: More than a third of states sue HHS over a move that could curtail youth gender-affirming careNineteen states and the District of Columbia have sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general over a declaration that could complicate access to gender-affirming care for young people.
Medicaid paid more than $207 million for dead people. A new law could help fix that
Read full article: Medicaid paid more than $207 million for dead people. A new law could help fix thatA new Department of Health and Human Services report reveals Medicaid programs made over $200 million in improper payments to health care providers between 2021 and 2022 for people who had already died.
