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Democratic lawmakers are pressing the Department of Health and Human Services over its handling of legal representation for migrant children in US custody. The push focuses on whether the agency is ensuring detained minors have access to attorneys, amid ongoing scrutiny of immigration enforcement and care of unaccompanied children.
- 2HHS Awards $247.9 Million for Opioid Treatment and School Mental Health●HHS Awards $247.9 Million for Opioid Treatment, Naloxone Training, and School Mental Health as Overdose Deaths Decline
The US Department of Health and Human Services has announced $247.9 million in funding for opioid treatment programs, naloxone training, and school-based mental health services. The grants come as national overdose deaths have been declining, though officials continue to push resources toward prevention and recovery support in communities hit hardest by the opioid crisis.
- 3Clinic owner stole millions from military health program, DOJ says▼Clinic owner stole millions from military health program to buy luxuries like gold-plated Cybertruck, DOJ says
Federal prosecutors say a clinic owner defrauded a US military health program of millions of dollars, spending the proceeds on luxury purchases including a gold-plated Cybertruck. The Justice Department announced the charges, alleging the funds meant to cover healthcare services for service members were diverted to personal luxuries. The case has drawn attention for the extravagant items allegedly bought with taxpayer-funded money.
- 4Democrats press RFK Jr. over undisclosed ethics agreement change●"Congressional # Democrats are pressing for answers from # Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over what they describ
Congressional Democrats are demanding answers from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over what they describe as a previously undisclosed change to the ethics agreement he made before his Senate confirmation. They argue the alteration raises questions about his credibility and adherence to commitments made during the confirmation process, and are pressing the Department of Health and Human Services for an explanation.
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New orders for US durable goods were unchanged in August, according to the latest Commerce Department figures, falling short of the growth many analysts expected. The flat reading suggests businesses remained cautious on big-ticket investments amid uncertain demand and higher borrowing costs. Economists say the data adds to questions about the strength of US manufacturing heading into the final months of the year.
- 6South Australia measles outbreak grows to five cases●South Australia measles outbreak grows to five cases as patient spends 24 hours in Adelaide hospital ED
Health authorities in South Australia have confirmed a fifth measles case as an outbreak continues in the state. One infected patient spent 24 hours in a hospital emergency department in Adelaide, raising concerns about potential exposure of staff and other patients. Contact tracing is underway and residents are being urged to check their vaccination status.
- 7Berrien County Health Department gets grant for cyclosporiasis outbreak costs▼Berrien County Health Department receives grant to cover cyclosporiasis outbreak costs
The Berrien County Health Department in Michigan has received a grant to help cover costs associated with a cyclosporiasis outbreak in the county. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal infection caused by a parasite, typically linked to contaminated food or water. The funding will support the department's response to the outbreak, which has affected local residents and drawn attention in the region.
- 8Illinois Health Department Urges Measles Vaccination as Cases Rise●IDPH Urges Illinoisans to Get Vaccinated Against Measles as Cases Rise
The Illinois Department of Public Health is urging residents to get vaccinated against measles as the number of cases in the state climbs. Officials are stressing that the measles vaccine is safe and highly effective, and are encouraging people to check their immunization records, particularly before travel or gatherings. The warning comes amid a broader rise in measles activity and declining vaccination rates in parts of the United States.
- 9Boil water advisory issued for City of Eskridge▼KDHE issues boil water advisory for City of Eskridge
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Eskridge. Residents are being told to boil water before drinking or cooking until the advisory is lifted. State officials typically issue such notices after pressure loss or contamination concerns, and tests must come back clean before restrictions end.
- 10Kohl's vs. Macy's: Which Can Still Afford Its Dividend?▼Kohl’s vs. Macy’s: Which Struggling Retailer Can Still Afford Its Dividend?
Kohl's and Macy's, two of the best-known names in American department-store retail, are being compared on whether their dividends remain sustainable as both struggle with declining sales and shifting shopper habits. Analysts are weighing cash flow, debt loads and store closures to judge which retailer can keep paying shareholders and which may be forced to cut its payout.
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The Health Department has withdrawn its proposed regulations, saying they will be rewritten. The withdrawal means the rules will not move forward in their current form, and a revised version is expected to be introduced later. Details on what changes the rewrite will include, and why the original proposals were pulled, have not yet been made public.