Joanne Kenen from Politico, Paige Winfield Cunningham from The Washington Post, and Margot Sanger-Katz from The New York Times dive into the current health policy landscape. They discuss Congress's ongoing attempts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act and the critical upcoming open enrollment. The group also examines the political tensions regarding health care legislation, the implications of new Medicaid funding proposals, and the emerging challenges in navigating health insurance complexities. Plus, they highlight the urgency surrounding the opioid crisis and the need for effective solutions.

Joanne Kenen, a health policy reporter at Politico, Margot Sanger-Katz of The New York Times, and Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal, author and former NYT editor-in-chief, dive into the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. They discuss the severe disruption to Houston's healthcare infrastructure, including damaged research facilities. Insights on the health risks from flooding, like pollution and mold, highlight the disaster's long-term effects. The conversation also covers bipartisan relief funding and the complexities of rising healthcare costs, giving listeners a deeper understanding of the intertwined nature of disaster response and health policy.

Joanne Kenen, a health policy reporter from Johns Hopkins and Politico, along with Shefali Luthra from The 19th, and Sarah Karlin-Smith of the Pink Sheet bring vibrant insights into recent health controversies. They discuss controversial HHS appointments under President-elect Trump and the implications for health agencies. The group also examines a pivotal legal challenge to a Tennessee law restricting gender-affirming care for minors and potential FDA regulation shifts regarding vaping products. Additionally, they explore systemic issues in Idaho’s coroner system.