# CNN * **Definition:** CNN (Cable News Network) is an American news-based pay television channel owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc., known for its 24-hour news coverage and as a pioneer in the field of cable news. * **Taxonomy:** Key Sources / US National / CNN ## News * Selected news from the source **CNN**, for healthcare technology leaders * 849 news items are in the system for this source * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Topics | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/20/2025 | [**Ransomware attack triggers 'system-wide' tech outage at large network of medical centers**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/20/politics/ransomware-attack-medical-centers) | [[Ransomware]]; [[Ransomware Attacks]]; [[Health]] | | 5/6/2025 | [**HHS to build Medicare, Medicaid database on autism, other chronic illnesses**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/07/health/autism-database-hhs-medicare-medicaid-privacy) | [[Medicare]]; [[Health]]; [[Medicaid]] | | 4/16/2025 | [**Internal Trump administration document reveals massive budget cut proposal for federal health agencies**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/16/politics/trump-rfk-jr-budget-cut-health/index.html) | [[Rural Healthcare Access]]; [[Allergy]]; [[Economic Constraints]] | | 4/6/2025 | [**What you eat in midlife affects how healthy you are at age 70, according to a new study**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/06/health/diet-food-aging-nutrition-study-wellness/index.html) | [[Healthy Aging]]; [[Health]] | | 4/6/2025 | [**What you eat in midlife affects how healthy you are at age 70, according to a new study**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/06/health/diet-food-aging-nutrition-study-wellness) | [[Healthy Aging]]; [[Health]]; [[Public Health]] | | 4/1/2025 | [**23 states, DC sue Trump administration over billions in lost public health funding**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/01/health/public-health-funding-states-sue-hhs-rfk/index.html) | [[Substance Abuse]]; [[Population Health]]; [[Community Health]] | | 3/27/2025 | [**Artificial intelligence is already being used in your health care. What to know**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/27/health/artificial-intelligence-diagnosis-technology-wellness/index.html) | [[Large Language Models]]; [[Generative AI]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]] | | 3/24/2025 | [**Investment in the UK's thriving life sciences sector is enabling lifesaving breakthroughs**](https://www.cnn.com/sponsor/edition/uk-dbt/life-sciences/index.html) | [[Compliance]]; [[Patient Outcomes]]; [[Medical Imaging]] | | 2/16/2025 | [**Netflix's series 'Apple Cider Vinegar' shows that influencers aren't the only problem. Medical care has gaps, too**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/16/health/apple-cider-vinegar-netflix-gaps-wellness/index.html) | [[Influence]]; [[Family Medicine]] | | 2/14/2025 | [**OpenAI board rejects Elon Musk-led $97 billion purchase offer**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/14/tech/openai-board-rejects-musk-purchase-offer/index.html) | [[OpenAI]] | | 2/12/2025 | [**Elon Musk will withdraw his nearly $100 billion bid for OpenAI if it remains a nonprofit**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/13/tech/elon-musk-openai-bid/index.html) | [[OpenAI]]; [[Governance]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Judge halts Trump administration cuts to public health research in some states**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/10/health/public-health-research-order/index.html) | [[Healthcare Legislation]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**Federal judge expands block on Trump administration effort to cut public health funding**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/11/politics/trump-administration-public-health-funding/index.html) | [[Medical Research]]; [[Health]]; [[Public Health]] | | 1/20/2025 | [**Telehealth companies boost ad spending while taking on more complex medicine**](https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/21/health/telehealth-companies-ad-spending-kff/index.html) | [[Integration Issues]]; [[Health]]; [[Telehealth Services]] | | 12/26/2024 | [**Texas man arrested for allegedly threatening to show up 'with a machete and gasoline' over debt issues**](https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/26/us/texas-man-arrested-capital-one/index.html) | [[Executive Team]] | | 12/20/2024 | [**FDA approves weight-loss drug Zepbound for obstructive sleep apnea**](https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/20/health/zepbound-sleep-apnea-fda-approval/index.html) | [[Critical Care]]; [[Clinical Trial Efficiency]]; [[Insurance Coverage]] | | 10/22/2024 | [**Psilocybin: Searching for the antidepressant of the future**](https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/22/health/psilocybin-versus-antidepressant-wellness/index.html) | [[Clinical Trial Design]]; [[Integration Issues]]; [[Neurotology]] | | 8/23/2024 | [**Best health insurance companies in September 2024**](https://www.cnn.com/cnn-underscored/money/best-health-insurance) | [[Partnerships]]; [[Medical Innovation]]; [[Financial Management]] | | 5/8/2024 | [**Cyberattack disrupts operations at major US health care network**](https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/08/tech/cyberattack-disrupts-healthcare-network/index.html) | [[Health]]; [[Security]]; [[Clinical Operations]] | | 1/3/2024 | [**Medpace Holdings, Inc.**](https://www.cnn.com/markets/stocks/MEDP) | [[Patient Recruitment]]; [[Recruitment]]; [[Synthetic Biology]] | | 11/10/2023 | [**Teladoc Health, Inc.**](https://www.cnn.com/markets/stocks/TDOC) | [[Wellness Services]]; [[Health]] | | 10/12/2023 | [**Medicare monthly Part B premiums to rise nearly $10 for 2024**](https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/12/politics/medicare-premium-2024-increase/index.html) | [[Durable Medical Equipment]]; [[Medicare]] | | 8/21/2023 | [**PagerDuty, Inc.**](https://www.cnn.com/markets/stocks/PD) | [[Healthcare Education]]; [[IT Resiliency]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]] | | 5/6/2023 | [**PMV Pharmaceuticals, Inc.**](https://www.cnn.com/markets/stocks/PMVP) | [[Precision Oncology]]; [[Pharma]]; [[Oncology]] | | 4/24/2023 | [**Opinion: What the anti-trans movement is all about**](https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/24/opinions/anti-trans-rhetoric-strategy-turban/index.html) | [[Adolescent Psychiatry]] | ## Recent Stories (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Topics Covered - **Video Playback Issues**: Users reported slow loading times, ads freezing, and excessively loud audio levels affecting their viewing experience. - **Federal Funding and Grants**: A rally in Washington, DC supported federal funding against President Trump's order to pause federal grants, which was temporarily blocked by a federal judge. - **Argentina's Withdrawal from WHO**: Argentina announced its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, citing dissatisfaction with pandemic management and sovereignty concerns. - **NIH Funding Cuts**: A federal judge blocked proposed funding cuts to the National Institutes of Health, which could impact public health research and job losses. - **Elon Musk's Bid for OpenAI**: Elon Musk made a $97 billion unsolicited bid for OpenAI, which was rejected by CEO Sam Altman. - **Impact of Abortion Bans**: Research indicates that abortion bans in the U.S. have led to increased mortality rates among Black babies and higher infant mortality rates. - **Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Freeze**: The CFPB is under a freeze on activities, raising concerns about consumer protection amid a lack of oversight. - **China's Biotech Advancements**: China's Akeso developed a lung cancer drug outperforming Merck's Keytruda, highlighting the rise of Chinese biotech companies. - **Microplastics and Antibiotic Resistance**: A study found that microplastics may contribute to antibiotic-resistant superbugs by serving as hosts for biofilms. - **Apple's Market Value**: Apple surpassed Microsoft to become the most valuable public company in the US with a market cap of approximately $3.29 trillion, driven by new AI features and stock performance. - **Mental Health Care Access**: The Biden administration introduced a final rule to expand access to mental health and substance use disorder care, mandating equal coverage with physical health benefits. - **Women's Health Research**: First Lady Jill Biden emphasized the need for increased funding for women's health research at the first White House conference on the topic. - **AI Utilization in Business**: A survey revealed that 72% of businesses are utilizing AI, highlighting its growing presence in daily life and workplaces. - **Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment**: Eli Lilly's Zepbound received FDA approval as the first prescription medication for obstructive sleep apnea, aimed at aiding weight loss. - **Respiratory Illnesses Increase**: The CDC reported a rise in acute respiratory illnesses, including Covid-19 and seasonal flu, urging individuals at higher risk to seek testing. - **Dementia Risk and Diet**: A study linked high consumption of processed red meats to an increased risk of dementia, suggesting dietary changes for cognitive health. - **New Definition of Obesity**: An international commission proposed a new definition of obesity that incorporates waist circumference alongside BMI for better health assessment. - **Targeted Cancer Therapies**: Advancements in technology, including AI, are driving the development of targeted cancer therapies, improving treatment efficacy and reducing side effects. - **Medicare Drug Cost Cap**: Starting January 1, 2025, Medicare enrollees will benefit from a cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug costs due to the Inflation Reduction Act. - **VSee Health, Inc.**: A no-code or low-code SaaS platform for telehealth workflows, facing stock price challenges and reported losses. ### Organizations Mentioned - **World Health Organization (WHO)**: A specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. - **National Institutes of Health (NIH)**: The primary agency of the U.S. government responsible for biomedical and public health research. - **Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)**: A U.S. government agency that ensures consumer protection in the financial sector. - **Boston University**: A private research university in Boston, Massachusetts, known for its research initiatives. - **Akeso**: A Chinese biotechnology company focused on developing innovative drugs, particularly in oncology. - **OpenAI**: An artificial intelligence research organization known for developing advanced AI technologies. - **Apple**: A technology company known for its consumer electronics, software, and services. - **Microsoft**: A multinational technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a wide range of software products and services. - **Biden Administration**: The current administration of the United States, led by President Joe Biden. - **UnitedHealth Group**: A healthcare company providing insurance coverage and health services. - **Eli Lilly**: A pharmaceutical company that develops and manufactures medications. - **CDC**: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a national public health institute in the United States. - **NIH**: The National Institutes of Health, a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, responsible for biomedical and public health research. - **WHO**: The World Health Organization, a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. - **GSK**: GlaxoSmithKline, a global healthcare company that researches and develops a broad range of innovative medicines and vaccines. - **McKinsey & Company**: A global management consulting firm that advises on strategic management. - **VSee Health, Inc.**: A telehealth SaaS platform based in Boca Raton, FL. - **Labour Party**: Political party in the UK led by Keir Starmer. - **CrowdStrike**: Cybersecurity firm acknowledging software crashes related to the global outage. - **Costco**: Retail corporation increasing membership fees.