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New York Parents Sue Over Mandatory Measles Vaccination Order Updated: Published by:

Five parents have filed a lawsuit in response to an emergency order issued last week by New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's administration declaring a public health emergency and requiring all residents within certain Brooklyn zip codes to be vaccinated against measles or face a $1,000 fine. According to…

Trump Administration Moves to Withhold Federal Funding from Clinics Providing Abortions or Abortion Referrals Updated: Published by:

Last week, the federal government issued a rule to withhold federal funding for family planning from groups that provide abortions or abortion referrals. To receive federal funding, clinics will need to physically and financially separate any services that receive government funding from organizations that provide abortions or referrals.

High Court Declines to Hear Planned Parenthood Cases Updated: Published by:

The US Supreme court will not hear two cases stemming from state efforts to prevent Planned Parenthood clinics from receiving funding under Medicaid. Justices Thomas, Gorsuch, and Alito voted to hear the cases, but Chief Justice Roberts and the newly-confirmed Justice Kavanaugh voted with the Court's liberal justices to turn…

Michigan Woman Files Lawsuit After Pharmacist Denies Miscarriage Medication Over Religious Beliefs Updated: Published by:

The ACLU in Michigan has filed a lawsuit on Rachel Peterson’s behalf against the supermarket company, Meijer, citing that Peterson was a victim of sex discrimination after her prescription was denied by a pharmacist at the Meijer store located in Poteskey. Rachel Peterson was prescribed Misoprostol by her doctor after…

Hawaii Aims to Ban Common Sunscreen Ingredients Based on Environmental Impact Updated: Published by:

State politicians believe that the chemicals may harm the coral reefs and marine ecosystems in Hawaii, a critical part of the state's economy. However, corporations and doctors have questioned the law's impact on consumer health.

More States Join California in Lawsuit Over Expanded Exception to ACA’s Contraceptive Mandate Updated: Published by:

A handful of states have joined California and the other original states who filed a lawsuit challenging a Trump administration exception to the ACA's contraceptive mandate that would allow any business or corporation to deny contraception coverage based on any religious or moral ground. The case is currently before the…

California Sues Sutter Health for Alleged Anticompetitive Conduct Updated: Published by:

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra has announced a high-profile lawsuit against Sutter Health for allegedly engaging in anticompetitive conduct that has driven up health care costs for patients and employers across the state. Sutter is one of the largest health care systems in California, and one study has shown that…