Senate confirms Robert Califf as FDA commissioner

The U.S. Senate has confirmed Robert Califf to lead the Food and Drug Administration amid ongoing public health challenges. Califf, a cardiologist with prior FDA experience, was approved in a bipartisan vote. This move aims to stabilize the agency during debates over drug approvals and regulations.

House passes bill to boost hospital price transparency

1 октября 2025 Сообщено ИИ

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.

HHS Releases MAHA Strategy Report

13 сентября 2025 Сообщено ИИ

The Department of Health and Human Services published its highly anticipated MAHA Strategy Report on September 12, 2025. The report outlines strategies for health advocacy and policy improvements.

CMS finalizes rule to streamline Medicare prior authorizations

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized a rule to reduce administrative burdens from prior authorization requirements in Medicare Advantage plans. The policy aims to speed up approvals and improve patient access to care. It will affect millions of enrollees starting in 2026.