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Minneapolis issues order legalizing gender-affirming healthcare for transgender community

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Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey Friday signed an executive order legalizing gender-affirming care for the transgender community. The order defines “gender-affirming healthcare” as all services, supplies, drug therapies, and other care that an individual may receive to support and affirm an individual’s gender identity.

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3 Recent Supreme Court Decisions that Affect Healthcare

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The Supreme Court made several recent decisions that impact healthcare, including overturning the Chevron deference and upholding access to the abortion pill mifepristone. The post 3 Recent Supreme Court Decisions that Affect Healthcare appeared first on MedCity News.

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US federal court sentences Illinois man to five years in prison for attempted arson of a reproductive healthcare clinic

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Bruce sentenced Philip Buyno to five years in prison in the Central District of Illinois on Monday after he attempted to commit arson against a future reproductive healthcare center. The US attorney for the Central District of Illinois condemned the attempt to prevent women from having access to reproductive healthcare.

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Alabama Senate and House pass bills safeguarding IVF clinics from legal repercussions

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LePage had immediate and profound effects, it caused at least three of the state’s eight in vitro fertilization (IVF) clinics to pause their services, concerned about potential legal liabilities. Additionally, it also prompted individuals to consider moving their frozen embryos out of Alabama to avoid legal complexities.

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Amazon completes $3.9B acquisition of healthcare provider

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Amazon and 1Life Healthcare, Inc. Amazon announced its intended acquisition of the membership-based healthcare provider in July 2022. ” However, there may be ramifications for both One Medical customers’ health data privacy and the accessibility of healthcare. .]” billion acquisition of One Medical.

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DOJ Launches Task Force on Healthcare Monopolies: Will It Make A Difference?

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Department of Justice recently launched a task force on healthcare monopolies. Experts have varying opinions on how it will impact the healthcare industry. The post DOJ Launches Task Force on Healthcare Monopolies: Will It Make A Difference? appeared first on MedCity News.

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Tax Challenges for Healthcare Accounting Teams Bring Opportunity for Innovation

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A good outsourced partner can work alongside in-house accountants and stay on top of the moving target of healthcare accounting regulations, addressing tax risks and identifying cost-saving opportunities. The post Tax Challenges for Healthcare Accounting Teams Bring Opportunity for Innovation appeared first on MedCity News.