# NBC News * **Definition:** NBC News is the news division of the American television network NBC, providing national and international news coverage through various platforms including television, digital media, and radio. * **Taxonomy:** Key Sources / US National / NBC News ## News * Selected news from the source **NBC News**, for healthcare technology leaders * 945 news items are in the system for this source * Posts have been filtered for tech and healthcare-related keywords | Date | Title | Topics | | --- | --- | --- | | 5/22/2025 | [**FDA panel says Covid vaccines can stay the same for fall amid access concerns**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-panel-says-covid-vaccines-can-stay-fall-access-concerns-rcna208492) | | | 5/19/2025 | [**Bombing at IVF clinic should be a security wake-up call for fertility centers, experts say**](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/bombing-ivf-clinic-security-wake-call-fertility-centers-experts-say-rcna207675) | [[Security Concerns]] | | 5/13/2025 | [**Exosomes: What Are They, Does your Skin Care Need Them and More - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/select/shopping/exosomes-skin-care-rcna206299) | [[Dermatology]]; [[Influence]]; [[Regulatory Oversight]] | | 4/30/2025 | [**Wegovy treated a serious form of liver disease in a major clinical trial - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/wegovy-treated-serious-form-liver-disease-major-clinical-trial-rcna203677) | [[Health Management]]; [[Population Health]]; [[Heart Disease]] | | 4/25/2025 | [**Parents of kids with cancer fear GOP budget cuts could slash Medicaid - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-care/medicaid-kids-cancer-trump-budget-cuts-rcna199970) | [[Childrens Health]]; [[Pediatrics]]; [[Medicaid]] | | 4/4/2025 | [**'Decapitated': More top vaccine regulators out at FDA, threatening new approvals**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/top-vaccine-regulators-fda-threatening-new-approvals-rcna198898) | [[Product Management]]; [[Gene Therapies]]; [[Health]] | | 3/28/2025 | [**Mass layoffs expected to begin at health agencies - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/hhs-kennedy-health-agencies-mass-layoffs-rcna198549) | [[Public Health]]; [[Health]]; [[Vision]] | | 3/27/2025 | [**HHS plans to shutter or downsize several health agencies, including at CDC - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/hhs-plans-shutter-downsize-several-health-agencies-cdc-rcna198254) | [[Health]]; [[Infectious Disease]]; [[Substance Abuse]] | | 3/24/2025 | [**23andMe bankruptcy filing sparks privacy fears as DNA data of millions goes up for sale**](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/security/23andme-goes-bankrupt-millions-peoples-dna-data-sale-rcna197874) | [[Genetic Testing]]; [[Security]] | | 3/8/2025 | [**Some CT scans may have too much radiation, researchers say - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/ct-scans-may-much-radiation-researchers-say-rcna195198) | [[Artificial Intelligence]]; [[Radiology]]; [[Hospitals]] | | 3/4/2025 | [**Who is Dr. Jay Bhattacharya? Trump's pick to lead the NIH faces Senate confirmation hearing**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/trump-pick-dr-bhattacharya-nih-senate-hearing-research-rcna194524) | [[Medical Research]]; [[Infectious Disease]]; [[Culture]] | | 2/27/2025 | [**Senior citizens are rattled by news that Medicare telehealth coverage could expire next month**](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/senior-citizens-medicare-telehealth-coverage-expiring-rcna193487) | [[Medicare]]; [[Health]]; [[Telehealth]] | | 2/23/2025 | [**Need to attend a meeting, order groceries or book a flight? There's an 'AI agent' for that - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/ai-agent-explainer-rcna193048) | [[Conversational Agents]]; [[OpenAI]]; [[Hyperautomation]] | | 2/21/2025 | [**Arizona moves to ban AI use in reviewing medical claims - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/arizona-moves-ban-ai-use-reviewing-medical-claims-rcna193135) | [[Communications]]; [[Artificial Intelligence]]; [[Health]] | | 2/10/2025 | [**NIH cuts could stall medical progress for lifesaving treatments, experts say - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/nih-cuts-stall-medical-progress-lifesaving-treatments-experts-say-rcna191555) | [[Clinical Trial Efficiency]]; [[Patient Care]]; [[Clinical Research]] | | 2/4/2025 | [**Trump's China tariffs are likely to drive up drug prices and spur shortages - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/trumps-china-tariffs-are-likely-drive-drug-prices-spur-shortages-rcna190426) | [[Pharma]]; [[Hospitals]]; [[Healthcare]] | | 1/29/2025 | [**China's DeepSeek AI is watching what you type**](https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/security/deepseek-ai-comes-data-safety-concerns-chatgpt-openai-rcna189521) | [[Artificial Intelligence]]; [[Healthcare]]; [[Security Risks]] | | 1/26/2025 | [**5 key health topics to watch at RFK Jr.'s Senate confirmation hearings - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/rfk-jrs-confirmation-hearings-5-key-health-topics-watch-rcna188934) | [[Public Health]]; [[Insurance Coverage]]; [[Medicaid]] | | 1/23/2025 | [**Musk and Altman trade barbs on social media after ChatGPT co-creator's White House appearance**](https://www.nbcnews.com/business/business-news/elon-musk-sam-altman-feud-over-stargate-ai-project-explainer-rcna188978) | [[AI Development]] | | 1/8/2025 | [**Private equity reduces patient care while enriching investors, Senate report finds**](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/investigations/private-equity-reduces-patient-care-enriching-investors-senate-report-rcna186636) | [[Private Equity in Healthcare]]; [[Quality of Care]]; [[Healthcare Costs]] | | 12/19/2024 | [**How did unclaimed bodies end up in the hands of a major biotech company? - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/boston-scientific-relievant-unclaimed-bodies-university-north-texas-rcna179799) | [[Healthcare Education]]; [[Clinical Trials]]; [[Medical Training]] | | 12/13/2024 | [**U.S. and China renew science and technology pact amid growing rivalry - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/us-china-renew-science-technology-pact-growing-rivalry-rcna184231) | [[Public Health]]; [[Emerging Technologies]]; [[Intellectual Property]] | | 12/11/2024 | [**Killing of health insurance CEO draws attention to frustration over denied claims**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/ceo-shooting-health-insurance-frustration-denied-claims-rcna183805) | [[Population Health]]; [[Critical Care]]; [[Healthcare Accessibility]] | | 12/4/2024 | [**Zepbound sheds more weight than Wegovy in trial, Eli Lilly says - NBC News**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/zepbound-weight-loss-wegovy-drug-clinical-trial-rcna182682) | [[Cardiometabolic Health]]; [[Health Research]]; [[Clinical Trial Management]] | | 11/14/2024 | [**Trump picks RFK Jr., anti-vaccine activist, for health and human services secretary**](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/trump-picks-rfk-jr-anti-vaccine-activist-health-human-services-secreta-rcna180182) | [[Obesity Care]]; [[FDA Approvals]]; [[Public Health]] | ## Recent Stories (Some LLM-derived content — please confirm with above primary sources) ### Topics Covered - **Women's Rights in Afghanistan**: The Taliban's suspension of women's medical education has been condemned by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and has sparked unrest among Taliban officials. - **Cybersecurity Incident**: The New York Blood Center canceled appointments due to a ransomware attack, impacting blood supply operations amid an existing blood emergency. - **NIH Funding Changes**: The NIH's new policy limiting indirect funding has raised concerns about its impact on research, leading to a temporary halt by a federal judge following a lawsuit. - **Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment**: Studies suggest GLP-1 drugs may help treat alcohol use disorder by reducing cravings, with ongoing research into their effectiveness. - **AI in Healthcare**: Legislation in several states aims to ensure human oversight in AI decision-making for health insurance claims, with Arizona passing a bill to restrict AI's role. - **Measles Outbreak in Texas**: A measles outbreak in Texas has resulted in hospitalizations, with health officials emphasizing the importance of vaccination amid low testing rates. - **Telehealth Coverage Concerns**: Advocates are pushing for permanent Medicare telehealth coverage as expiration of pandemic-era flexibilities looms, impacting access for many beneficiaries. - **Baxter International Facility Closure**: Baxter International temporarily closed its North Carolina facility due to Hurricane Helene flooding, raising concerns about a nationwide IV fluid shortage. - **Congressional Investigation on Private Equity in Healthcare**: A bipartisan investigation revealed declines in patient care at private equity-backed hospital systems, highlighting profit prioritization over patient safety. - **Medicare Drug Pricing Negotiations**: Medicare's drug pricing negotiations, established under the Inflation Reduction Act, face potential dismantling by the incoming Trump administration. - **Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Nomination**: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been nominated to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, facing criticism for his controversial views on vaccines. - **Funding for Bird Flu Vaccine Development**: The Department of Health and Human Services awarded $590 million to Moderna for developing an mRNA vaccine targeting bird flu strains. - **RedNote App Popularity**: The Chinese social media app RedNote has gained popularity among American users amid concerns over TikTok's national security. - **Gene Therapies for Sickle Cell Disease**: Limited access to new gene therapies for sickle cell disease raises concerns about affordability and insurance approvals. - **Gut Microbiome Study**: A study suggests that a fiber-rich diet positively influences gut microbiome health, potentially inhibiting harmful bacteria. - **Trump's Executive Orders on Healthcare**: President Trump signed an executive order reversing several Biden administration healthcare policies, including those related to drug pricing. - **Pentagon Policy on Reproductive Health**: The Pentagon rescinded a policy reimbursing service members for travel to states where abortion is legal, drawing criticism from Congress. - **CDC's Removal of HIV Content**: The CDC has begun removing HIV-related content from its website as part of a broader initiative to eliminate diversity and inclusion programs. - **Tariffs on Chinese Imports**: Trump's executive order imposing tariffs on Chinese imports is expected to increase costs for generic drugs in the U.S. - **Federal Funding Access Issues**: Organizations are struggling to access essential federal funds due to ongoing disruptions from a vague memo from the Office of Management and Budget. ### Organizations Mentioned - **U.S. Department of State**: The federal executive department responsible for international relations and foreign affairs. - **Doctors Without Borders**: An international humanitarian organization providing medical assistance in conflict zones and areas affected by disease. - **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. - **Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)**: The national public health agency in the U.S. focused on disease prevention and control. - **University of California**: A public university system in California that relies heavily on NIH funding for research. - **Arizona Medical Association**: A professional organization representing physicians in Arizona, advocating for healthcare policies. - **Baxter International**: A global healthcare company that produces medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology products. - **Department of Health and Human Services**: A U.S. government department responsible for protecting the health of all Americans and providing essential human services. - **Medicare**: A federal health insurance program for people aged 65 and older, and for some younger people with disabilities. - **CDC**: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a national public health institute in the United States. - **Moderna**: A biotechnology company focused on drug discovery and drug development based on messenger RNA (mRNA). - **PowerSchool**: An education technology company that provides a student information system used by many school districts. - **Association for Accessible Medicines**: An organization representing the generic and biosimilar pharmaceutical industry in the U.S. - **WPATH**: The World Professional Association for Transgender Health, an organization focused on transgender health and well-being. - **Apollo Global Management**: A private equity firm that invests in various sectors, including healthcare. - **Leonard Green & Partners**: A private equity firm that invests in growth-oriented companies across various sectors. - **Biden Administration**: The executive branch of the U.S. government led by President Joe Biden, responsible for implementing federal laws and policies. - **Sesame Workshop**: The nonprofit organization behind the children's television program Sesame Street, focusing on educational content and child development. - **The Harris Poll**: A market research and consulting firm known for conducting public opinion polls and surveys.