Trump announces plan to lower "unfair" prescription drug prices
Just before the president's speech, HHS released a report finding U.S. prices for top drugs administered in doctor's offices are nearly twice as high as in foreign countries
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Senate vote on health care likely fodder for both parties
The Senate on Wednesday rejected a Democratic attempt to stop Trump from expanding access to short-term health care plans
CVS, Aetna merger to reshape health care in U.S.
Combining insurance giant with nearly 10,000 drugstores could turn CVS into a one-stop shop for health-clinic services
Alert: You may need new Medicare drug coverage
It's open-enrollment time -- reviewing your Part D drug coverage to see if you can do better could pay big dividends
Nevada's Jacky Rosen's new ad shows latest Democratic push for health care in 2018
Rosen responds to challenge by incumbent Sen. Dean Heller to compare their records on health care
Democrat Elissa Slotkin tells of mother's ovarian cancer in new ad
Slotkin, running against incumbent Mike Bishop, is putting health care and coverage of pre-existing conditions at the center of her campaign
Health insurance scams soar amid Obamacare changes
A massive surge in health care-related robocalls shows how crooks follow the news to find new victims
Breakthrough in fight against breast cancer?
In a study published this week, researchers from the University of Southern California and Yale University were able to teach a computer to better identify the nature of breast tumors. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the possible breakthrough in the fight against breast cancer and a new report on the impact of health care quality on mortality rates.
Being middle-class isn't what it used to be
Programs originally aimed at the poor now also are helping millions of struggling middle-income workers
How to negotiate cost of medical bills
Annual health care spending in the U.S. is estimated to be at $3.5 trillion, and hospital costs make up almost a third of that total. Kaiser Health News, in partnership with NPR, uncovers inconsistencies in its "Bill of the Month" series. This month, the series looks at Drew Calver who was hospitalized last year in Austin,Texas, for a heart attack and needed four stents in his arteries. His health insurance covered $55,000, but a month after treatment, he and his wife, Erin, got a bill for nearly $109,000. Kaiser Health News editor-in-chief Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal joins "CBS This Morning" to break down Calver's bill. She also discusses how hospital costs get so high and what people can do to reduce the cost of their medical bills.
Almost half of Americans can't pay for their basic needs
Despite a growing economy, even the middle class is struggling to pay for rent, groceries, utilities or health care
Watchdog: Trump administration needs to step up management of Obamacare signups
A report from the Government Accountability Office found problems with consumer counseling and advertising
Feds approve Maine insurance program that Obamacare halted
Maine's effort to re-launch a $93 million program to reduce health insurance premiums and reduce the uninsured population has been given the go-ahead
How a whistleblower exposed doctor's fraud
Dr. Farid Fata is serving 45 years in prison for health care fraud after an employee of his medical office alerted officials the doctor was treating patients for cancer they did not have. The new CBS show "Whistleblower" shares the stories of brave people who came forward. The executive producer and host of "Whistleblower," Alex Ferrer, joins CBSN to discuss Dr. Fata's case.
Maine governor says he'd go to jail before he expands Medicaid
Gov. LePage says that expanding Medicaid would put his state in "red link"
3 ways SCOTUS pick Kavanaugh could impact your wallet
Donald Trump's nominee is known for his pro-business views on consumer protections, net neutrality, healthcare and more
Flex work deal means Fourth of July all summer long
A new seasonal staffing program in St. Louis, Missouri, would allow some nurses to take entire summers off
Why Amazon is diving into health care
The purchase of online pharmacy PillPack makes Amazon a force for change in a $3.5 trillion industry ripe for a shakeup
Concern about farmers' high suicide rate
The suicide rate among farmers is higher than other professions, according to the CDC. Financial strain and lack of access to health care may play a role. Farm Aid communication director Jennifer Fahy joins CBSN to talk about some of the issues affecting farmers and what they're looking for from the Trump administration.
Trump administration to propose "association health plans"
The plans would have to cover people with pre-existing conditions, but offer narrower benefits than required under the Obama-era health law
Why prescription drug shortages are so costly
Chronic supply disruptions of some of the most basic treatments are another reason U.S. health care is so expensive
Trump signs bill expanding VA health care
President Trump signed a bill Wednesday aimed at expanding military veterans' access to private-sector health care.
What is the best job?
A new report has rated the best and worst jobs of 2018, with an up-and-coming health care profession topping the list. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on the findings.
Trump's plan to bring down drug prices takes small steps
Measures the administration will pursue could take months or years to implement, and none would stop drugmakers from setting sky-high initial prices
How Trump plans to bring down drug prices
President Trump announced his plan on Friday for cutting prescription drug costs. The plan aims to increase competition and give private insurers more power to negotiate prices. CBS News political correspondent Ed O'Keefe takes a closer look.
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Iran attacks ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
Iran renews attacks in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump says he's extending a ceasefire indefinitely, as thousands more U.S. forces head for the region.
Judge blocks Virginia from using new House maps, 1 day after redistricting vote
A state court judge on Wednesday blocked Virginia from moving forward with a redistricting effort that passed a day earlier, a roadblock in Democrats' efforts to redraw the state's congressional maps.
Trump administration reaches $1.25 million settlement with Carter Page
The FBI obtained four warrants under FISA to monitor Carter Page, who served as an informal adviser to President Trump during his 2016 campaign.
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Family "is heartbroken" to learn soldier's wife won't be released by ICE after all
The wife of Sgt. First Class Jose Serrano is being held at an ICE detention center in El Paso.
John Phelan out as Navy secretary in latest high-profile Trump admin. departure
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his role effective immediately, chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday.
"A breaking point": Inside the 68-day DHS shutdown
In a department built to respond to catastrophic threats, employees have been reduced to bartering for office supplies.
Rep. David Scott becomes 5th member of 119th Congress to die in office
Democratic Rep. David Scott, who represented Georgia in the House for more than two decades, has become the fifth member of the 119th Congress to die in office.
New report ranks the cleanest and most polluted U.S. cities
The new report evaluated air quality in different parts of the country by measuring the presence of ozone and particle pollution in the atmosphere.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
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Two home explosions on same San Antonio block injure 5
Five people were injured when explosions occurred several hours apart at two homes on the same block of a north San Antonio neighborhood.
"A breaking point": Inside the 68-day DHS shutdown
In a department built to respond to catastrophic threats, employees have been reduced to bartering for office supplies.
Senate defeats Democrats' 5th attempt to limit Trump's war powers in Iran
The Senate rejected another attempt to rein in President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran, marking Democrats' fifth effort to do so since the war began eight weeks ago.
2 University of South Florida doctoral students have gone missing, authorities say
Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, both 27, were last seen in the Tampa area on April 16, the University of South Florida Police Department said. Loved ones say their disappearances are out of character and they're concerned.
Trump administration reaches $1.25 million settlement with Carter Page
The FBI obtained four warrants under FISA to monitor Carter Page, who served as an informal adviser to President Trump during his 2016 campaign.
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Rents around the U.S. are growing more slowly than they have in years
The cost of renting a home, which surged during the pandemic, is showing signs of returning to earth, new data shows.
Crypto mogul sues Trump family's World Liberty Financial, alleging fraud
Sun alleges that World Liberty Financial froze the digital tokens he had purchased, locking him out of assets worth as much as $1 billion.
Anthropic investigating possible breach of its Mythos AI model
The AI company behind the chatbot Claude is looking into a report of unauthorized access to Mythos from one of its third-party vendor environments.
Trump Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
Condom maker warns prices may rise due to Iran war supply disruptions
Karex, which calls itself the "world's largest condom maker," could hike the company's prices by 20% to 30%, its CEO told Reuters.
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Judge blocks Virginia from using new House maps, 1 day after redistricting vote
A state court judge on Wednesday blocked Virginia from moving forward with a redistricting effort that passed a day earlier, a roadblock in Democrats' efforts to redraw the state's congressional maps.
"A breaking point": Inside the 68-day DHS shutdown
In a department built to respond to catastrophic threats, employees have been reduced to bartering for office supplies.
Senate defeats Democrats' 5th attempt to limit Trump's war powers in Iran
The Senate rejected another attempt to rein in President Trump's ability to use further military force against Iran, marking Democrats' fifth effort to do so since the war began eight weeks ago.
John Phelan out as Navy secretary in latest high-profile Trump admin. departure
Navy Secretary John Phelan is leaving his role effective immediately, chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday.
Trump administration reaches $1.25 million settlement with Carter Page
The FBI obtained four warrants under FISA to monitor Carter Page, who served as an informal adviser to President Trump during his 2016 campaign.
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Medigap premiums leap, and consumers have few alternatives
Millions of people rely on the supplemental insurance to offset the deductibles, copayments, and other costs faced by enrollees in the traditional Medicare program.
Food stamp work rules don't increase employment, researchers say
Work requirements will encourage people who are able to work to seek and maintain jobs, proponents say. But researchers haven't found that they lower the unemployment rate.
New CDC pick may face "threat to follow ideology over evidence," ex-official says
Former Trump Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams described Dr. Erica Schwartz as a "home run pick."
Trump signs executive order to research psychedelics for mental health
The order will open the door for more research into psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, sources told CBS News earlier this week.
Mom's labor turns into fight for life after 1 symptom: "I think I'm about to die"
Casey Gould wanted to be a mom her whole life. Her long-awaited pregnancy went smoothly — until she saw something alarming.
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Hungary drops veto, clearing path for $106 billion EU loan to Ukraine
The move may signal a more constructive relationship between Ukraine and the European Union following the ouster of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán earlier this month.
Mexico weighs action after CIA agents die in crash following drug lab raid
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the government is still investigating a potential violation of national security laws in the incident.
Spain's undocumented migrant amnesty draws big lines, and a big backlash
As thousands of undocumented migrants line up to apply for amnesty under a new program in Spain, the prime minister's opponents vow a fight.
Iran's military more capable than Trump admin. is acknowledging, sources say
About half of Iran's stockpile of ballistic missiles and its associated launch systems were still intact as of the start of the ceasefire in early April, officials said.
1 of 6 missing crew found dead after typhoon flipped U.S.-flagged ship
The crew of the Mariana notified the U.S. Coast Guard on April 15 that the 145-foot vessel lost its starboard engine during Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
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DiCaprio speaks at 2016 Paris Agreement signing
On April 22, 2016, the U.N. held a signing ceremony for the Paris Agreement, an international treaty aimed at curbing climate change, featuring several speakers from various nations, including actor and environmental activist Leonardo DiCaprio. Watch his full speech from the event.
Donnie Wahlberg talks "Boston Blue" success
Donnie Wahlberg talks about starring in the series "Boston Blue" and the emotional moments he shared with the cast members when he revealed the show was being renewed for a second season. He also discusses if his wife, Jenny McCarthy, could make an appearance on the show.
Vinyl record sales continue resurgence
New data shows interest in vinyl records is only getting stronger, with social media and and special releases from artists like Taylor Swift helping drive the trend. Jarred Hill has more.
Opening statements in Weinstein rape retrial
Opening statements have concluded in Harvey Weinstein's New York rape retrial. CBS News' Jericka Duncan has more.
D4vd charged with murder in14-year-old's death
Singer D4vd appeared in court Monday, hours after prosecutors announced he would be charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Matt Gutman reports.
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How to dispose of e-waste this Earth Day
Tuesday marks Earth Day, and if you have any unused devices at home, there are green ways to dispose of them. CNET senior technology reporter Abrar Al-Heeti joins CBS News to discuss.
Meta to track workers' computer use to train AI
Business Insider got a look at an email Meta, the parent company of Facebook, sent to all employees, letting them know that it would start tracking their interactions with their computers to train the company's artificial intelligence. Business Insider tech correspondent Charles Rollet joins to discuss.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Trump Media replaces CEO Devin Nunes as its losses top $1 billion
The company behind Truth Social has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, while its shares have tumbled 58% during the past 12 months.
Duffy on AI replacing air traffic controllers: "That's not gonna happen"
"Am I gonna replace a controller and have AI manage the airspace? The answer to that is hell no, that's not gonna happen," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy told CBS News.
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Salmon exposed to cocaine swim almost twice as far, study shows
Researchers studied how the drug affected the movements of wild fish in their natural habitats.
Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Cementing a more sustainable alternative to concrete
The process of making 30 billion tons of concrete every year produces more carbon pollution than all the world's ships and planes put together. Now, the North Carolina and Denmark-based Biomason is using biotechnology, including naturally-occurring microbes, to create "biocement" that's just as sturdy but emits much less CO2. David Pogue reports.
Breeding a better bread
Over the past century, the cultivation and processing of wheat has led to strains of grain that are less nutritious, less flavorful, and more vulnerable to climate change. The researchers at Breadlab, at Washington State University, are trying to breed varieties of whole grains that are better for farmers, consumers – and taste buds. David Pogue reports.
Using the ocean to power data centers
The renewable energy company Panthalassa says it has a solution to the proliferation of AI data centers, which consume massive amounts of energy and are the cause of increased carbon pollution: sea-based data centers, powered by wave energy.
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Car crashes into Philadelphia police station
Surveillance video shows the moment a car came crashing through a police station in Philadelphia. Five people were taken to the hospital and police say they believe the incident was intentional. Shanelle Kaul reports.
OpenAI, ChatGPT under investigation
OpenAI and ChatGPT are under investigation by Florida officials after a deadly shooting last year at Florida State University. Prosecutors allege the AI bot offered "significant advice" to the suspect just days before the shooting. OpenAI says its chatbot is not responsible. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Man charged for having gun used by Louisiana shooter says it was stolen
The assault-style rifle used to kill eight children in a Louisiana mass shooting was stolen from a truck, the gun's previous owner said.
DOJ charges Southern Poverty Law Center with fraud
The Justice Department on Tuesday announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its nonprofit investigations into extremist groups. CBS News justice reporter Jake Rosen has the details.
New details about Mexican pyramid shooting
Mexican authorities say a gunman atop the Pyramid of the Moon, one of Mexico's most popular archaeological sites, shot at tourists and taunted first responders on Monday. CBS News chief correspondent Matt Gutman reports on the new details.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Trump administration may bail out Spirit
The fate of Spirit Airlines could affect ticket prices across the industry, which is why the Trump administration is considering a bailout, sources confirm. Kris Van Cleave has more details.
Massive wildfires hit Southeast Georgia
In Southeast Georgia, massive wildfires have transformed the sky into a fiery orange, burning homes and neighborhoods. Skyler Henry reports and Rob Marciano has the forecast.
Rep. Cory Mills says he will not resign
Florida Republican Congressman Cory Mills says he will not resign, despite allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations. The House Ethics Committee is investigating those claims. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports.
CBS News Radio flashback: 1932 RNC
With CBS News Radio shutting down in May, "The Takeout" is paying tribute to the nearly 100-year-old institution. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett introduces a clip from 1932 featuring the first-ever radio broadcast of a national political party convention.
CBS News looks at U.S.-Mexico border
Recent data shows that the Trump administration is keeping illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border at historic lows. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports from Eagle Pass, Texas.