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STAT+ | ACIP conflict is test of Trump’s support for RFK Jr.’s vaccine policy overhaul

Kennedy's ACIP policy changes were ruled illegal, but next steps are unclear as Trump administration wants to avoid vaccine politics before the midterms.

By Chelsea Cirruzzo

STAT+ | Inside the delicate, high-stakes search for a new CDC director

Amid political turmoil and a March 25 deadline, Chris Klomp is leading the search for a CDC Director who can reform the agency and win Senate confirmation.

By Rick Berke and Daniel Payne

Judge will rule against Kennedy’s declaration on gender-affirming care

A coalition of states and D.C. immediately sued Kennedy over the declaration, calling it an overreach of Kennedy’s authority.

By Theresa Gaffney

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Tobacco could get a boost from the farm bill. How does that square with MAHA?

Farm bill provisions protecting pesticide makers and subsidizing tobacco highlights a growing rift between MAHA and industry-friendly Trump administration.

By Sarah Todd

STAT+ | Trump’s Medicare director seeks to rein in expectations for TrumpRx

TrumpRx was never designed for the vast majority of Americans whose medications are covered by health insurance, Klomp said at STAT's Breakthrough Summit.

By Tara Bannow

Independent autism committee kicks off efforts to counter RFK Jr., influence Congress

Independent Autism Coordinating Committee wants to advise Congress on research priorities after RFK Jr. reshapes federal advisors to support his agenda.

By O. Rose Broderick

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Opinion: How OB-GYNs like me are increasingly able to treat pain from IUDs and other gynecologic procedures

Social media’s emphasis on IUD insertion pain often misses what can go right with this procedure.

By Maryl Sackeim

Opinion: Congress must fix the No Surprises Act before it bankrupts patients and employers

The No Surprises Act’s independent dispute resolution process is being exploited, leading to inflated arbitration awards.

By James Gelfand and Patricia Kelmar