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(The Hill) — The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) has issued guidance allowing for the coverage of anti-obesity medications, but only in cases they are indicated for treating conditions ... Read More

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The Biden administration rolled out the Affordable Connectivity Program, or ACP, after receiving $14.2 billion in funding for the initiative through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in 2021. Read More

This song is our story

Delores would start again, finishing a nursing degree to help others, raise three strong kids, and eventually marry the love of her life. Tears rolled down her face as Delores shared her story and ... Read More

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Grief author accused of killing hubby may lose $2M under bill proposed by late husband’s HS friend

If Garner’s bill becomes law and she is convicted, Kouri would lose out on $2 million from the sale of a home that the agreement the ... “One or two pills might be accidental. Read More

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This vaccine may help protect against dementia — and it’s already available

and a staggering 55 million around the world. And still nobody knows what causes it. But scientists at drugs giant GSK think they may have a drug that helps protect against it—and it’s ... Read More

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