Health Funding Freeze: A Brief Pause or a Cause for Concern?

HHS Temporarily Halts $5 Billion in Grants

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) briefly paused $5 billion in public health grants to review alignment with current administration goals. The freeze, lasting only a few hours, was lifted after states were notified. HHS spokesperson Andrew Nixon stated the pause was to establish a new review process.

Genetic Data of 20,000 U.S. Children Misused

A New York Times report revealed that genetic data from 20,000 U.S. children, collected for a brain development study since 2015, was misused. The data was allegedly used for "race science," raising serious ethical concerns.

AAN Urges Congress to Intervene in NINDS Leadership Change

The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) is pressuring Congress to address the sudden decision not to reappoint Walter Koroshetz, MD, the long-time director of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). The NIH review panel had supported his reappointment.

Anti-Abortion Advocates Criticize Trump Administration

During the March for Life rally, anti-abortion advocates criticized the Trump administration for not advancing their cause. Politicians pledged further action to end abortion.

Healthcare Costs Rise as ACA Subsidies End

Millions of Americans face higher health insurance bills as Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies expire. Additionally, some hospitals are launching their own Medicare Advantage plans to offer better care at lower costs.