Welcome back to the Friday Breeze, where I can offer you a break from the Comey memos with a quick look at what you need to know about this week’s health care news. Some recent abortion laws and legislative proposals in the states seem so strict they’re almost … [Read more...] about Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes
Health Law
Political Winds Have Shifted When It Comes To Health Law, Now Seen As Possible Winning Issue For Democrats
Friday, Apr 20 2018 UPDATED 9:04 AM full issue In a turnaround from previous elections, Republicans are ducking the topic that now fires up the Democratic base more so than the conservative one. The Hill: GOP In Retreat On ObamaCare Kaiser Health … [Read more...] about Political Winds Have Shifted When It Comes To Health Law, Now Seen As Possible Winning Issue For Democrats
Ahead Of Midterms, Conservative Lawmakers Champing At Bit To Get Anti-Abortion Laws On Books
Friday, Apr 20 2018 UPDATED 9:03 AM full issue Anti-abortion lawmakers are hoping to get legislation in the pipeline to trigger a legal challenge for Roe v. Wade. The Washington Post: Abortion Battles Are Heating Up Ahead Of November Midterms This is … [Read more...] about Ahead Of Midterms, Conservative Lawmakers Champing At Bit To Get Anti-Abortion Laws On Books
VA Nominee Described As Eager To Please, Calm And Very Likable, But Not Much Said On Ability To Lead Agency
Friday, Apr 20 2018 UPDATED 9:04 AM full issue The Washington Post takes a look at the impression Dr. Ronny Jackson has made on colleagues during his tenure serving as a White House physician under three presidents. The Washington Post: ‘He Knows How To … [Read more...] about VA Nominee Described As Eager To Please, Calm And Very Likable, But Not Much Said On Ability To Lead Agency
FDA Panel’s Approval Of Epilepsy Drug Paves Way For U.S.’s First Cannabis-Derived Prescription Medicine
Friday, Apr 20 2018 UPDATED 9:04 AM full issue An FDA advisory panel gave the green light to the drug, which treats epilepsy, and the full agency is expected to give its approval, as well, sometime in June. The New York Times: F.D.A. Panel Recommends Approval … [Read more...] about FDA Panel’s Approval Of Epilepsy Drug Paves Way For U.S.’s First Cannabis-Derived Prescription Medicine