Obamacare Premiums Will Climb 30% On Average Next Year +++

https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/obamacare-premiums-will-climb-30-on-average-next-year/ The news of premium spikes arrives during the prolonged federal government shutdown, which was prompted in part by a fight over the extension of Obamacare subsidies. Higher premiums and a loss of subsidies could mean skyrocketing health care costs for millions. More coverage is on SNAP, WIC, and other impacts of the shutdown. NIH Installation Of Vance Pal To Lead Environmental Health Sciences Panned https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/nih-installation-of-vance-pal-to-lead-environmental-health-sciences-panned/ Some fear the elevation of Kyle Walsh to a director's role — a promotion that didn't abide by standard procedures — will pave the way for future political appointments. Plus, President Trump issues an all-caps missive about Tylenol, touts his "perfect" MRI findings, and more. California Ponies Up $140 Million To Preserve Planned Parenthood Clinics The Golden State is tapping local funds to ensure the organization can maintain reproductive health services after the federal government cut funding. Plus, as Wyoming moves to prevent regulation of crisis pregnancy centers that counsel against abortion, some centers across the states expand medical services. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-breakout/california-ponies-up-140-million-to-preserve-planned-parenthood-clinics/