Gesundheitspolitik

Die Bundesregierung will die kostenlose Mitversicherung für Ehepartner in der gesetzlichen Kranken- und Pflegeversicherung streichen. Das Vorhaben soll Haushaltslöcher bei den Krankenkassen stopfen und viele Familien teurer kommen. Das Handelsblatt erfuhr davon aus Koalitionskreisen.

19. März 2026 Von KI berichtet

A revised ordinance will ban consumer products containing cannabis-derived CBN starting in June. Only patients with specific conditions, such as intractable diseases without alternative treatments, will be allowed to use them.

Der Chef der Techniker Krankenkasse, Jens Baas, erwartet für das kommende Jahr höhere Beiträge in der gesetzlichen Krankenversicherung. Grund sind gescheiterte Sparpläne der Gesundheitsministerin und notwendige Rücklagen der Kassen. Ohne Kompromiss im Vermittlungsausschuss drohen Zuzahlungen über drei Prozent.

29. November 2025 Von KI berichtet Fakten geprüft

With the December 7 deadline approaching, about 68 million Americans covered by Medicare must decide on their health coverage for 2026. University of Michigan research finds that many do not use available comparison tools, potentially leading to higher costs and less suitable coverage. Experts urge beneficiaries to rely on official resources and independent counseling to navigate their options.

The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly passed legislation aimed at increasing transparency in hospital pricing on September 12, 2024. The measure, sponsored by Republicans, requires hospitals to disclose standard charges for services in advance. The bill now moves to the Senate amid partisan divides.

30. September 2025 Von KI berichtet

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has finalized a rule requiring drug sponsors to submit diversity action plans for clinical trials. This aims to ensure better representation of underrepresented groups in medical research. The rule takes effect in 2025.