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Mehmet Oz once proposed massive changes to Medicare. Now he could run it.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Donald Trump's pick to oversee Medicare and Medicaid, has evolved on health care policy over the years.Politics - NBC News - 6 days ago -
This retirement expert saved her mom $1,200 on Medicare drugs — and she’s got advice for you, too
It took many frustrating years for Marcia Mantell to convince her mom to let her help.Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
Biden proposes to restrict pollution from new gas plants
The Biden administration has proposed a rule that it says will reduce pollution stemming from new gas-fired power plants and other industrial facilities. The proposal would require these plants to ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Pelicot trial: young vineyard worker proposed drugging and raping his own mother
Video showed Charly A, one of 51 men accused of raping Gisèle Pelicot, discussing plan with Dominique Pelicot. A young vineyard worker accused of raping Gisèle Pelicot on six occasions over four ...World - The Guardian - November 15 -
Biden expected to soon issue anticipated study on proposed Alaska road’s environmental impacts
The Biden administration is soon expected to take the next steps over a contentious lands issue in Alaska. A source told The Hill that next week the administration is expected to release a draft ...Politics - The Hill - November 8 -
Medicare or Medicare Advantage? A Guide for 2025
Open enrollment for Medicare plans began on Oct. 15 and ends on Dec. 7. Here’s what older Americans need to know about the key differences when shopping for health insurance.Health - The New York Times - November 1 -
Three-Quarters of U.S. Adults Are Now Overweight or Obese
A sweeping new paper reveals the dramatic rise of obesity rates nationwide since 1990.Top stories - The New York Times - November 15 -
Medicare campaign attack ads are baloney
Medicare is certainly on the ballot in next week’s election. The fate and future direction of the program is going to be heavily influenced by budget math. But that doesn’t mean voters can rely on ...Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
What are the Medicare premiums and costs in 2025?
Beneficiaries are seeing price hikes across various services next year.Business - MarketWatch - November 12 -
Trump picks former WWE CEO and TV's Dr Oz for top roles
Linda McMahon is the US president-elect's choice for education secretary, and Mehmet Oz is lined up for a healthcare job.Top stories - BBC News - 6 days ago -
Medicaid May Face Big Cuts and Work Requirements
Republicans in Congress are eyeing cuts to Medicaid, which could threaten health coverage for tens of millions of poor Americans.Health - The New York Times - November 20 -
Medicaid cuts in crosshairs as Trump, GOP take control
Significant cuts to Medicaid could be on the table next Congress as President-elect Trump and Republicans look for ways to offset tax cuts and streamline government spending. Republicans on Capitol ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Carville 'highly critical' of most media coverage of Trump
Democratic strategist James Carville sharply criticized the news media Saturday for how it covers former President Trump in the lead-up to next week's election. “We got nine days to go, and the ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
How Election Coverage Extends Beyond Politics
Nearly every team at The Times has some hand in election coverage. Journalists from the Styles, Culture, Business and National desks shared how they’re tackling the moment.Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 31 -
The Hill announces Election Night 2024 coverage plans
Announcement from: Bob Cusack, Editor-in-Chief Hey everyone, As we get ready for Election Night 2024, I wanted to share with you a few updates on our coverage plans. The Hill's website will host ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
Trump rips Fox News's election morning coverage
Former President Trump railed against Fox News on Tuesday morning for playing clips of a speech Oprah Winfrey gave in support of Vice President Harris. Calling Oprah a "divider" who should be ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
The Hill celebrates strong election night coverage
Announcement from: Bob Cusack, Editor-in-Chief, Joe Ruffolo, Senior Vice President, and General Manager Good afternoon, everyone – A quick note to thank everyone who worked throughout the night to ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Semaglutide linked to reduced arthritis knee pain in people with obesity, study finds
People who lost a significant amount of weight with semaglutide saw major improvements in osteoarthritis knee pain, research published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine finds.Top stories - NBC News - October 30 -
Almost 3 in 4 US adults overweight or obese: Research
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults are considered overweight or obese, according to new research published Thursday from The Lancet. The research points to a substantial increase in overweight ...Politics - The Hill - November 15 -
How Harris and Trump's stances on Medicare compare
The future of Medicare continues to come up in the closing arguments from both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump ahead of Election Day 2024.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
It’s Time to Shop for Medicare, and 2025 Brings Big Changes
A bumper crop of revisions, including a stronger drug benefit, means the plan you enrolled in for 2024 may not be the best fit next year.Business - The New York Times - November 4 -
Election outcome could bring big changes to Medicare
How the U.S. election plays out could have a major impact on the millions of Americans enrolled in Medicare. Here's what to know.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Medicare Advantage gets ally in Dr. Oz
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Medicare Advantage finds ally in Trump pick Dr. Oz Dr. Mehmet Oz, Trump’s pick to lead the Centers for ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
E.P.A. Proposes Limits on Nitrogen Oxides
Nitrogen oxides, a group of gases from the burning of fossil fuels, is linked to a range of health effects.Science - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
Mississippi legislative leaders advocate Medicaid expansion, heading to conflict with the governor
Mississippi’s Republican legislative leaders say they plan to push for Medicaid expansion to cover working people who earn to little to afford private insuranceHealth - ABC News - October 31 -
Trump may again seek cuts to Medicaid. Here’s who would be affected.
Experts say real spending reform will have to come in the form of cuts to Social Security and government health-insurance programs like Medicare and Medicaid.Business - MarketWatch - November 16