AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMedicaid Pressure: Washington’s King County leaders warn Medicaid cuts under HR1 could slash hospital and behavioral health funding, with thousands losing eligibility starting Oct. 1. US Drug Pricing: A Lancet modelling study suggests Medicare’s “most-favoured-nation” pricing could cut spending on costly medicines, but may push pharma to raise prices or delay launches elsewhere. State Budget Reality Check: Arkansas lawmakers hear Medicaid costs jumped by $400M year over year, prompting calls to keep the program fully funded. Health Access & Safety: Germany begins mandatory medical exams for 18-year-old men not interested in service, while a cataract expert urges parents not to delay treatment for children. Care in the Community: Kapiʻolani Medical Center’s Radiothon for Kids raises over $1.2M for keiki. Policy Watch: Sri Lanka’s consumer watchdog says social-media “medical test price” lists aren’t official maximum charges. Global Supply Strain: Iran faces deepening medicine shortages amid war and shipping disruptions, including insulin scarcity.
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