Republican lawmakers cited concerns about an ongoing wrongful death lawsuit against the state in which the ACLU of Alaska is co-counsel.
Health
Juneau’s hospital to receive $4M in federal dollars to improve emergency department
The project will expand and renovate the south side of the emergency department and include ventilation and electrical upgrades.
How do we halt the next pandemic? Be kind to critters like bats, says a new paper
A team of scientists argue that new vaccines and treatments wouldn’t be critical if humans could figure out how to stop viruses from spilling over from animals in the first place.
Supreme Court seems doubtful of challenge to abortion pill
At issue in the case is more than abortion rights. It’s the entire structure of the FDA’s regulatory power to approve drugs and continually evaluate their safety.
New online tool connects Alaskans with traumatic brain injuries to care
Alaska has the highest rate of traumatic brain injuries in the country, at twice the national average.
A mom’s $97,000 question: How was an air-ambulance ride not medically necessary?
The National Association of Emergency Medical Services Physicians says that since the No Surprises Act was enacted, it’s seen a jump in claim denials based on “lack of medical necessity.”
Psychologist sues state over license application she says is unconstitutional and discriminatory
Alaska is one of just a few states that screen for mental health history for a psychology license.
The US bans most common form of asbestos after decades of pushback from industry
More than 50 other countries have already banned the substance, which has been known to lead to lung and ovarian cancer, mesothelioma and other deadly illnesses.
What to know about the political debate around daylight saving time
Doctors and scientists argue that standard time is better for our health.
Ageism in health care is more common than you might think, and it can harm people
Assumptions that older people are one big, frail, homogenous group can lead to problems, says the author of Elderhood.