Arkansas applies for $1 billion in federal funds for rural health assistance

Arkansas is seeking $1 billion from a federal fund established by the tax and spending bill signed by President Donald Trump ...

Trump negotiating deal with Ozempic maker to sell some weight-loss drugs for $149

Novo Nordisk, as well as Eli Lilly, would gain Medicare and Medicaid coverage for their blockbuster weight-loss drugs.
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GW researchers launch tracker revealing lack of Medicaid access in rural areas

The tracker’s data showed rural counties had fewer Medicaid-participating primary care providers and an overreliance on nurse ...

Concerns over fairness, access rise as states compete for slice of $50 billion rural health fund

Amid public forums and local cries for help, states are also talking with large health systems, technology companies, and ...

Wisconsin is asking for $1B for rural health care. Here's what it could include.

The money would come from the Rural Health Transformation Program, a $50 billion fund included in the "One Big Beautiful Bill ...
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Eligible Mississippians often face barriers to Medicaid. Federal cuts will make access harder

A Marshall County woman’s most recent barrier to health care? The state asked her to seek child support from her ex-boyfriend ...
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Governor Sanders applies for funding to improve health across Arkansas

Arkansas one of worst states for maternal health LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Governor Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration applied for funding ...
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Step-by-step guide: How to register for Medicare during this period?

Starting the journey with Medicare is a critical moment for your financial and health future. While many Americans associate Medicare enrollment with the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) that runs from ...