Washington has joined more than a dozen other states in seeking to crack down on toxic substances in cosmetics after a state-funded study there found lead, arsenic, and formaldehyde in makeup, lotion, and hair-straightening products made by CoverGirl and other brands.
After staying away during pandemic, doctors return to lobby congress
The AMA represents about 250,000 doctors, roughly a quarter of the U.S. physician workforce. This was the first organized group effort in more than three years, because of the covid-19 pandemic.
Biden administration explores ‘food as medicine’ approach by allowing Medicaid to cover groceries
In the first full legislative session after Roe v. Wade was overturned, states across the country are looking to further restrict or better protect abortion rights. ProPublica looked at what abortion legislation is on the table in 2023.
‘We ain’t gonna get it’: Why Bernie Sanders says his ‘Medicare for All’ dream must wait
During an interview with KHN at his Senate office recently, the independent from Vermont spoke about the prospects for lowering drug prices, expanding access to primary care, and his ultimate goal of “Medicare for All.”
Lawmakers pledge to fight for comprehensive action on stillbirths
A ProPublica investigation found the U.S. lagging other developed nations in reducing the number of stillbirths. Lawmakers say increased funding will be key to any improvement.
Following adcomm meeting, FDA aims to ‘simplify’ vaccination with tweaks to long-term COVID-19 strategy