Health Headlines for Wednesday, June 28
When Cutting Access to Health Care, There’s a Price to Pay
New York Times
Senators, the United States is a sick country.
How Health Costs Would Soar for Older Americans Under the Senate Plan
New York Times
In its analysis of the Republican health care bill, the Congressional Budget Office said something confusing: The bill would lower the price of the average health plan, but health insurance would still cost much more for many people, especially for older Americans.
Republicans May Have a Plan B If Their Health-Care Bill Fails
New York Mag
With the news that Mitch McConnell is delaying action on the Senate health-care bill until after the Independence Day recess, it could be late July before we know its ultimate fate.
Vaccination may be curbing ER visits for shingles
Reuters
Emergency room (ER) visits for shingles fell in the past decade for people aged 60 and older but rose for most younger age groups.
Merck heart drug surprises with positive result; questions linger
Reuters
Merck & Co said on Tuesday its experimental cholesterol drug from a class with a history of consistent failure lowered deaths and heart attacks in a large trial, but the company has yet to decide whether to seek approval despite the surprise success.
Nine New York-area hospitals focusing on children’s health ranked in top 50 in U.S.
New York Daily News
Nine New York-area hospitals that focus on caring for children battling major health issues are feeling pretty darn good these days.