Donald Trump closes a deal with a major company to reduce the price of his medications... Donald Trump got 17 pharmaceutical companies to agree to lower the price of their medications, the most recent being Regeneron Pharmaceuticals
Social Security changes in 2026: the good, the bad, and the worst... Social Security changes are coming in 2026 (some are already in effect). Here's what you need to know about the good, bad, and worst adjustments
Diaspora communities define public debate... They influence both the policies of their countries of origin and those of the United States
The flu vaccine didn't work in the US: the worst effectiveness rates in more than a decade were recorded... A new subtype of the A H3N2 virus has predominated this season, contributing to a considerable increase in infections, especially in New York
Expenses for essential supplies and services not covered by the Medicare health care program... Medicare is a health insurance program that helps people 65 and older and younger people with disabilities or specific medical conditions
Hidden retirement expenses that would quickly deplete your savings... Retirement is a dream for many workers who don't consider the change in their frequent and hidden expenses they'll have in their golden years
US life expectancy reaches historic high, health authorities celebrate... Experts point out that public health programs and medical advances have been key in improving longevity
Alcohol is being reclaimed as a social vehicle... The Trump administration's new dietary guidelines have generated controversy by not setting specific limits for alcohol consumption
Congress reaches bipartisan agreement on healthcare, as new political clash looms over ICE... Legislative leaders from both parties reached a consensus on a healthcare package that is part of a broad spending bill
Health insurance premium increases impact older and low-income adults... Four million people expected to lose their health insurance coverage completely
Drug Price Increases: How Much More Will You Pay in 2026?... Among the drugs that will have a price increase this year are the COVID-19 vaccine and Ozempic
The crisis tightens: fewer Americans enroll in health insurance due to rising costs... Approximately 22.8 million people have selected an ACA plan, the first decline in four years at this point in the enrollment period
When will my Social Security payment arrive? Here's the complete 2026 schedule... 2026 has already begun, and for everyone who receives a Social Security payment, it's essential to know the complete SSA payment schedule
What is FICA and why is it deducted from your paycheck?... Discover what FICA is, how it's calculated, and why this tax is key for workers who have it deducted directly from their paychecks
Medicare: This is How Much You'll Save with Drug Discounts in 2026... Starting in January 2026, Medicare will offer discounts on 10 key medications. Find out how much you could save and who benefits from this measure
Immigrants Urged to Enroll in MediCal Before December 31... Supervisor Holly Mitchell Shares Resources to Prepare Communities for Upcoming Changes
Keys to understanding the reclassification of cannabis: it will have profound implications on its use and marketing... More states may now seek to legalize marijuana, but these changes will depend on congressional approval
New regulations put gender care for minors at risk... The implementation of these proposals could affect access to gender-affirming care in more than 20 states where these treatments are legal
Trump reclassifies marijuana to boost medical research... It's about recognizing that cannabis can have legitimate medical applications when administered carefully, the president noted
Medicare Part B premiums increase: this is what it will cost you in 2026... Medicare Part B premiums and deductible will increase in 2026. We tell you how much you'll pay and how these increases will affect your Social Security check
They anticipate an increase of more than 70% in subsidized health premiums... HR1 imposes $900,000 in tax cuts to Medicaid. The biggest setback in its history
Social Security: Delaying your payments until age 70 can cost you a lot of money... Delaying Social Security payments until age 70 isn't always a good idea. Experts warn you could lose more than you gain
California to the rescue of public health... Unions announce new bill initiative that would enact an emergency one-time tax on approximately 200 billionaires
Social Security and government shutdown: who will wait more than a month for their November payment... Social Security will pay in November despite the government shutdown, but some beneficiaries will have to wait more than a month after October
Historic legislation for Uber and Lyft drivers! ... Nearly 800,000 drivers gain access to a path that will allow them to unionize in California and seek better wages and benefits
Social Security COLA: Why your payment won't increase like you think... Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2026 could be reduced by other increases retirees must pay: we tell you what it is about
Health coverage for millions at risk as tax credits expire... Between 22 and 24 million people will see premium increases, and 4 million are projected to lose coverage
Social Security: who will receive a double payment in October despite the government shutdown... Some Social Security beneficiaries will receive two payments in October. It's not extra money. We explain who receives it, despite the government shutdown
Trump closes government after budget failure in the Senate... Non-essential government services are suspended, and other security, aviation, and medical services will operate on a limited basis.
What do the undocumented have to do with the Trump government shutdown?... The Trump Administration claims that Democrats want to provide health benefits to undocumented immigrants, but that is false
New round of Trump tariffs for medicines, furniture, and trucks... Trump announced tariffs of up to 100% on medicines, furniture, and trucks. Economists warn of possible price increases in health care and housing
Medicare: the 8 services with free coverage in 2025... Medicare in 2025 offers 8 new preventive health services completely free: we explain how to take advantage of them during the rest of the year
DACA beneficiaries are left without medical insurance under new federal rule... They are no longer eligible under the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) as of this Sunday, August 31
Changes in Social Security that you must prepare for in less than 6 months... In less than six months, Social Security will undergo key adjustments that will impact both retirees and workers in the U.S. you have time to prepare.
Lives in danger by the raids and cuts to Medicaid... Thousands of patients did not go to the doctor for fear of ICE; funding cuts also affect access to health
Debate on Medicaid: conservative politicians criticize beneficiaries without disabilities who do not work... Medicaid was born as a federal-state health insurance program to cover medical care for low-income people
Amazon, Costco, and more: the stores with benefits for retirees... Find out which stores like Amazon, Costco, and Walmart offer discounts and benefits for retirees in the United States
Protesters in Anaheim protest against Medicaid cuts ... Hundreds of taxpayers fear losing their health insurance and pressure their representative
Health insurers promise to improve coverage reviews that generate delays and complaints... Insurance companies said they will standardize processes for authorizing medicines and medical studies
Social Security Retirees Will Lose Their Medicare This Year: Who Will It Affect?... Those who do not enroll in the health system on time may face fines and other consequences
Trump Suspends Indiscriminate ICE Raids in Farms, Restaurants, and Hotels... The NYT reveals that ICE will stop indiscriminately detaining immigrants, after the president acknowledged the economic impacts
Trump administration delivered data of immigrants with Medicaid to immigration officials... The Trump administration delivered personal data of immigrants enrolled in Medicaid to deportation officials at the Department of Homeland Security
Senate Republicans consider Medicare cuts with Trump's approval... Several Republican senators highlight the cost of Medicare Advantage programs as wasteful
Six Nobel Prize winners in Economics express “serious concern” over Trump’s tax law cuts... After warning about Donald Trump’s tariff policy, six Nobel Prize winners in Economics are now warning about the bill
Senator Republican says he has support to modify Trump’s budget plan... Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson said there is enough opposition in the Senate to delay Trump’s
Nifty Pharma Surges 1300 Points as India’s Pharma Stocks Show Strong Resilience to Trump’s Drug Pricing Shak... Despite U.S. policy uncertainty, India’s pharmaceutical sector shows strong resilience, with Nifty Pharma surging 1300 points after Trump’s drug pricing announcement.
Biden signs bill to increase debt limit, avoids risk of America defaulting... The White House announced the signing in an emailed statement. In this, Biden thanked the Congress leaders for their cooperation.
