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Why the FTC formed a new healthcare task force

An FTC official told us the task force will focus on making healthcare more affordable.

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A year into funding cuts, where do NIH researchers stand?

A recent survey found that 27% of NIH grantees had no funding restored after cuts.

Healthcare Brew's August on Rotation editorial feature

On Rotation: November 2025

Spoiler alert: A lot of former FDA leaders are getting private industry jobs.

Caroline Catherman

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How state laws are beefing up health data privacy protections

Washington and New York seek to provide more protections for how health data is collected and sold.

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HHS says it’s upping enforcement of information blocking rules

And violators could face up to $1 million in fines.

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How recent policy could impact ICHRAs

A recent marketplace integrity rule could halt ICHRA momentum.

Caroline Catherman

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CMS proposes 3.6+% pay increase for providers

The physician fee schedule would set Medicare payments at $33.42 for certain services.