Healthcare
Blue Shield donation to Newsom committee draws scrutiny as California’s Prop 50 advances
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Blue Shield of California donated $500,000 this year to Governor Gavin Newsom’s ballot-measure committee backing Proposition 50, a November 4 special-election measure to temporarily redraw the state’s congressional map. The insurer says it has not taken a position on Prop 50, while polls show the proposal leading.
Doctor warns of mistrust toward ME patients in healthcare
Specialist doctor Per Julin at Karolinska University Hospital describes how many ME patients face mistrust in primary care. The family of 21-year-old Maja, bedridden for three years after covid, has fought for proper diagnosis and support. The lack of knowledge about the disease persists despite increased evidence post-pandemic.
Ritshidze report highlights healthcare staff shortages after Pepfar cuts
October 26, 2025 16:07Ghaziabad gets multi-speciality private hospital, CM hails new era in healthcare
October 26, 2025 11:44Fujita Health University plans organ transplant mediation license application
October 22, 2025 10:33Firefighters deliver baby in unexpected emergency at Ottery station
October 21, 2025 18:43New tool enhances accuracy of ankle blood pressure measurements
October 19, 2025 00:44Government proposes examining end-of-life bills after budget in Senate
October 16, 2025 00:30Scientists create mini human livers to predict drug toxicities
October 11, 2025 00:07Trump unveils drug pricing deal with AstraZeneca
CNBC’s Joe Kernen ends tense interview with Sen. Rubén Gallego after clash over shutdown and ACA subsidies
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In a live CNBC appearance on October 27, 2025, Sen. Rubén Gallego of Arizona sparred with Squawk Box co-host Joe Kernen over Democrats’ push to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies during the ongoing government shutdown, leading Kernen to cut the interview short.
Democrats block ninth Senate bid to end government shutdown
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The U.S. government shutdown entered its third week as Senate Democrats blocked a Republican-led bill for the ninth time on October 15, 2025. The impasse centers on extending Affordable Care Act subsidies before open enrollment on November 1. Impacts include furloughs for 750,000 federal workers and disruptions to services like national parks and air travel.
Kiruna municipality meets state on land for city relocation
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One and a half months after LKAB's announcement of demolishing a third of Kiruna and relocating 6,000 residents, the municipality held its first meeting with the State Public Property Agency to secure land. Meanwhile, construction of a new hospital is severely delayed, with demands for emergency surgery and maternity services. Local leaders stress the urgency of the process.
California Republican keeps working during government shutdown
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As the U.S. government shutdown enters its fourth week, most House members have gone home at Speaker Mike Johnson’s direction. But Rep. Kevin Kiley of California says he is still reporting to his Capitol Hill office daily and urging colleagues to resume work.
U.S. government shutdown nears third week over funding dispute
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The U.S. federal government shutdown, now in its 13th day as of October 13, 2025, stems from a partisan clash over extending Affordable Care Act subsidies and passing a clean funding bill. Democrats have blocked multiple Senate votes on a Republican-proposed continuing resolution, insisting on protections against rising health care premiums. Polls show voters blame Republicans more for the impasse, yet trust them more on economic issues.
AI forecasts future knee X-rays to track osteoarthritis
Researchers at the University of Surrey have developed an AI system that predicts a patient's knee X-ray appearance one year ahead, aiding in osteoarthritis management. The tool generates visual forecasts and risk scores, presented at MICCAI 2025. It promises faster, more transparent predictions for better patient care.
Government seeks to enshrine abortion rights in Constitution without dissolving parliament
Spain's government is finalizing a constitutional reform to safeguard abortion rights by amending article 43 on health protection. This ordinary procedure avoids dissolving parliament and holding a referendum, but needs PP support to secure required majorities. The move counters pressures from the right, particularly in Madrid, where compliance with abortion laws is resisted.
Federal judge vacates HHS gender-identity provisions in Biden-era health rule
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A federal judge has struck down portions of a Biden-era regulation interpreting federal health care nondiscrimination law to cover gender identity, siding with Tennessee and 14 other states that sued the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Union criticizes bulletproof vests in ambulances as false security
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Concerns about violence against ambulance staff have risen in major cities, but the Vårdförbundet union rejects bulletproof vests as a solution. The union calls them a false sense of security and demands an end to single-person shifts along with better police support. A recent attack in Hälsingland has heightened fears among workers.
U.S. government shutdown enters third week amid partisan standoff
The U.S. federal government shutdown, now in its 18th day since October 1, 2025, has led to unpaid Capitol Police officers, frozen infrastructure funds, and a deadlock over Obamacare subsidies. Republicans blame Democrats for refusing to negotiate without extending pandemic-era health credits, while Democrats accuse the GOP of prioritizing politics over essential services. Impacts include paused projects in Democratic-leaning states and heightened tensions on Capitol Hill.