Giuliana Grossi

It's a critical time to spotlight the dire health disparities affecting Black Americans, from premature deaths to maternal care, and the urgent need for systemic reforms.

Democratic leaders assert the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) remains vital for emergency care, countering confusion from recent policy changes affecting abortion rights and patient safety.

The country has seen historic reductions in uninsured rates and improvements in affordability since the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, the Commonwealth Fund scorecard shows.

A quick roundup episode of major news and health policy developments from The American Journal of Managed Care.

Explore how health equity and policy shape outcomes, revealing disparities in kidney disease, atopic dermatitis, and cancer care for vulnerable populations.

While the tax exclusion for employer-sponsored health care was not included in the House-passed reconciliation bill, it remains a revenue target for Congress, risking inclusion in the Senate's version.

The FDA approved mitomycin intravesical solution (Zusduri) for patients with recurrent low-grade intermediate risk non–muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC).

Race-free kidney function equations may underestimate risks for Black adults according to a new analysis.

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.

Trump's sweeping health care overhaul faces scrutiny, risking coverage for millions while igniting bipartisan tensions over fiscal and social impacts.

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.

The proposed 2026 HHS budget slashes National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding by 40%, alarming health experts and threatening vital research and public health initiatives.

Darolutamide (Nubeqa) is granted FDA approval for metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer, enhancing survival and quality of life for patients.

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.

"Political directives should not prevent individuals from seeking safe and effective care that they desire and deserve," authors from the American College of Physicians (ACP) write.

Racial and ethnic disparities in health access persist, highlighting the urgent need for targeted interventions to achieve health equity across various conditions.

CK Wang, MD, explains that Black women face higher rates of late-stage breast and ovarian cancer diagnoses, demonstrating the need for better screening guidelines and more representative data.

A recent study reveals that many patients start dialysis at low-quality facilities due to convenience, highlighting significant racial disparities in care access.

Women, older adults, and low-income countries are impacted most; researchers call for urgent public health interventions.

Ustekinumab offers superior itch relief for severe psoriasis compared with guselkumab, new data show.

While multiple machine learning (ML) algorithms offered similar predictive performance, the cost-effective analysis revealed stark differences in the costs associated with their use.

Victor Murray, MSW, of the Camden Coalition, delves into the evolving role of social workers, focusing on advocacy, systems change, and addressing health disparities in underserved communities.

As community oncology evolves to deliver chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T and bispecific therapies closer to home, support is needed to ensure patient access and precision medicine capabilities, says Nini Wu, MD.

This week, the Center on Health Equity & Access covered news from the Trump administration and CMS, Cigna's co-pay cap on weight loss drugs, and perspectives on living with HIV.

Recent research reveals COVID-19 significantly increases long-term kidney dysfunction risk compared with influenza, especially in older adults and men.

The Make Our Children Healthy Again assessment from the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission warns of a national childhood health crisis and calls for broad federal reforms.

As concerns grow nationally about the mental health of young people, a new study provides insight into ongoing debates about social media’s role.

New global analysis calls for urgent, targeted interventions as aging populations face rising rates of skin cancer.

While artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming community oncology, Nini Wu, MD, of Navista, emphasizes that success depends on patient access and infrastructure.

HHS announces it is taking steps to implement President Trump’s Executive Order on prescription drug pricing. Keep up with the latest moves made in health policy under President Donald Trump's second administration. This timeline will be updated as orders and policy progress.