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KFF Health News’ ‘What the Health?’: Francis Collins on Supporting NIH and Finding Common Ground

Julie Rovner: Hello, happy new year, and welcome back to “What the Health?” I’m Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent at KFF Health News. Usually I’m joined by some of the best and smartest health reporters in Washington, but today we have a special holiday episode for you. Last month, I got the chance to chat with Francis Collins, former director of the National Institutes of Health, about a variety of subjects. Regular podcast listeners will know we used some of the excerpts of that discussion a couple of weeks ago, but today we’re bringing you the entire interview. I hope you enjoy it, and we’ll be back with all the news starting next week. So, here we go. I am so pleased to welcome to the podcast Dr. Francis Collins, former director of the National Institutes...
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In Year 7, ‘Bill of the Month’ Gives Patients a Voice
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In Year 7, ‘Bill of the Month’ Gives Patients a Voice

In 2024, our nationwide team of gumshoes set out to answer your most pressing questions about medical bills, such as: Can free preventive care really come with add-on bills for items like surgical trays? Or, why does it cost so much to treat a rattlesnake bite? Or, if it’s called an urgent care emergency center, which is it? Affording medical care continues to be among the top health concerns facing Americans today. In the seventh year of KFF Health News’ “Bill of the Month” series, readers shared their most perplexing, vexing, and downright expensive medical bills and asked us to help figure out what happened. Our reporters analyzed $800,000 in charges, including more than $370,000 owed by 12 patients and their families. This year, we met several patients who fought back. Caitlyn Mai of Oklahoma City was preapproved...
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DJ Tsitso (37) shot dead
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DJ Tsitso (37) shot dead

Known for his captivating stage presence and chart-topping hits like Meropa, 6 Axis, Baby Boy, It's going to be fun, Jaiva Majaivaaneand Year JoDJ Tsitso was celebrated for his ability to bring people together through music. “His creativity lit up dance floors and showcased the power of music to unite and inspire,” the statement read. Beyond his musical contributions, DJ Tsitso was a beloved figure—a son, father, husband, and mentor who touched countless lives. His humility, passion, and dedication to his craft resonated in every performance and track he produced. As fans and loved ones await updates on memorial services and tributes, his team has requested privacy during this challenging time. They also extended gratitude for the unforgettable moments and timeless music DJ Tsitso shared, assuring that his legacy will continue to live on in the hearts of those he...
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