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Subfreezing temperatures, uncertainty about travel conditions and a general reluctance to venture outdoors made many of us hunker down and put life on hold until things began to thaw. But then April comes along — and everything explodes.
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All eyes are on Congress and what it will do on healthcare.

The November midterm elections will be Congress’ priority for the remainder of 2026, and observers believe that any legislation coming out of the Capitol will be seen through that electoral prism.
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When it comes to their benefits, workers are concerned over the cost of premiums but also want flexibility in accessing those benefits.

When it comes to their benefits, workers are concerned over the cost of premiums but they also want flexibility in accessing those benefits.
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The FDA approved Zongertinib, a drug that treats HER2-mutant small-cell lung cancer, in only 44 days.

Getting prescription drugs to market faster is a major priority for the Food and Drug Administration, its commissioner said during the AHIP Medicare, Medicaid, Duals and Commercial Markets Forum in Washington.
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Agents and brokers may be impacted by the push for healthcare affordability.

Agents and brokers have a role to play in the health care system but they may be impacted by the push for affordability that has seen carriers cutting or eliminating commissions.
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Medicare Advantage enrollment continues to grow.

Stability in the Medicare market is among the priorities for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, according to the agency’s deputy administrator and the chief policy and regulatory officer.