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The Confusing Fate of the Abortion Pill

Episode 293

April 13, 2023

The legality and availability of the abortion pill mifepristone is in question after a federal judge in Texas canceled the FDA’s approval of the first drug used in the two-drug medication abortion regimen. A 5th Circuit Court of Appeals panel overruled that decision in part, saying the pill should remain available, but only under the onerous restrictions in place before 2016. Meanwhile, another federal judge in Washington state issued a ruling in a separate case that conflicts with the Texas decision, ordering the FDA not to roll back any of its restrictions on the drug. Victoria Knight of Axios, Shefali Luthra of The 19th, and Sarah Karlin-Smith of the Pink Sheet join 51��Ƶ Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and more.

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Most Americans Say They or a Family Member Has Experienced Gun Violence

More than 1 in 5 Americans report having been threatened with a firearm, and almost as many say they worry about gun violence every day or almost every day, a new 51��Ƶ poll shows.

By Liz Szabo

April 11, 2023

COVID-19

Public Health Agencies Try to Restore Trust as They Fight Misinformation

As public health departments work on improving their message, the skepticism and mistrust often reserved for covid-19 vaccines now threaten other public health priorities, including flu shots and childhood vaccines.

By Lauren Sausser

Jan. 4, 2023

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Two-Thirds of Americans Disapprove of Ending ‘Roe,’ but It’s Not a Top Voting Issue

Despite concerns about making abortion legal in the states and strong interest in the issue, three-quarters of Americans say economic matters are top of mind as they consider voting in the fall, according to a new 51��Ƶ poll.

By Lexie Verdon

Aug. 2, 2022

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Diagnosis: Debt

100 Million People in America Are Saddled With Health Care Debt

The U.S. health system now produces debt on a mass scale, a new investigation shows. Patients face gut-wrenching sacrifices.

By Noam N. Levey

June 16, 2022

As Workers Struggle With Pandemic’s Impact, Employers Expand Mental Health Benefits

Many job-based health plans broadened their mental health and substance use coverage to make sure workers had the support they needed this year as pandemic stress lingered, the annual 51��Ƶ survey finds. Also, the proportion of employers offering health insurance to their workers remained steady, and increases for premiums and out-of-pocket health expenses were moderate.

By Michelle Andrews

Nov. 10, 2021

The Public Backs Medicare Rx Price Negotiation Even After Hearing Both Sides’ Views

But Americans generally have little confidence that the White House or Congress will recommend the right thing, a new poll shows.

By Amanda Michelle Gomez

Oct. 12, 2021

COVID-19

Latinos Are the Most Eager to Get Vaccinated, Survey Shows — But Face Obstacles

A new survey shows that unvaccinated Hispanics are almost twice as likely as unvaccinated Blacks or whites to want a covid vaccination. But many still face a variety of access problems, ranging from fear to time squeeze.

By Anna Almendrala

May 13, 2021

COVID-19

Covid Vaccine Hesitancy Drops Among All Americans, New Survey Shows

A nationwide poll released by 51��Ƶ also revealed which arguments are most compelling to persuade people to get a shot — and which ones are unlikely to work.

By Emmarie Huetteman

March 30, 2021

COVID-19

Poll: Nearly Half of American Adults Now Want the Covid Vaccine — ASAP

The number of adults seeking to get inoculated has risen since December, according to a new poll.

By Phil Galewitz

Jan. 27, 2021

COVID-19

Covid Vaccine Rollout Leaves Most Older Adults Confused Where to Get Shots

Nearly 6 in 10 people 65 and older say they don’t have enough information about how to get vaccinated, according to a new 51��Ƶ poll.

By Phil Galewitz

Jan. 22, 2021

More Americans — Of All Political Persuasions — Are Donning Masks

Half the public believes the worst of the pandemic is yet to come, but most are prepared to continue to take measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 until vaccines are distributed.

By Jordan Rau

Dec. 18, 2020

Majority of Voters Tilt Toward Biden as Health Issues Weigh Heavily

More than 50% of people said they favor Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden’s approach to an array of health issues.

By Emmarie Huetteman

Oct. 16, 2020

COVID-19

Most Adults Wary of Taking Any Vaccine Approved Before the Election

About 60% of poll respondents are worried that federal regulators will rush to allow a vaccine because of political pressure. Opposition to getting a vaccine that might be authorized before the November election is strongest among Republicans.

By Jordan Rau

Sept. 10, 2020

COVID-19

Nearly Half Of Americans Delayed Medical Care Due To Pandemic

Of those who went without seeing a doctor or other medical provider, 11% experienced a worsened medical condition, according to the poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation. In addition, nearly 40% said stress related to the coronavirus crisis has negatively impacted their mental health.

By Elizabeth Lawrence

May 27, 2020

Trump’s Latest Health Care Challenge: Gaining Voters’ Trust

The president, who has repeatedly pledged to improve health care and lower prescription drug prices, faces disapproval from a majority of Americans on his policies regarding drug costs, protecting people with preexisting conditions and the Affordable Care Act.

By Rachana Pradhan

Jan. 30, 2020

HealthBent

Candidates Are Betting Big On Health. Is That What Voters Really Want?

Polls show that health care is at the top of voters’ issues, but the polls also say Democrats, let alone other Americans, are not ready for “Medicare for All.”

By Julie Rovner

Dec. 3, 2019

Podcast

KHN’s ‘What The Health?’: Impeachment And The Health Agenda

Washington is abuzz with impeachment talk, but what impact would such a move have on congressional action on prescription drug prices and surprise bills? Also, a study out this week shows that health insurance costs for both employers and workers continue to rise. This week, Joanne Kenen of Politico, Paige Winfield Cunningham of The Washington Post and Rebecca Adams of CQ Roll Call join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and more.

Sept. 26, 2019

As Health Care Costs Rise, Workers At Low-Wage Firms May Pay A Larger Share

People at companies with large numbers of people earning $25,000 or less faced bigger deductibles for single coverage and were asked to pony up a larger share of their income in premiums than those at other firms.

By Michelle Andrews

Sept. 25, 2019

Legislation To End Surprise Medical Bills Has High Public Support — In Both Parties

Almost 80% of Americans support efforts in Congress to protect patients from bills that come from doctors or hospitals that were outside their insurance network.

By Emmarie Huetteman

Sept. 12, 2019

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