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Hospital Pricing Pressure: A new report compares knee replacement costs at two merged hospital systems in North Carolina, showing how weak competition can mean dramatically higher prices for the same procedure—an issue that drives up what insurers and patients pay. Wildfire Smoke & Health: Fire danger and smoke are worsening across the Pacific Northwest and beyond, with Oregon and neighboring states dealing with red-flag conditions and guidance to limit outdoor activity and protect indoor air. Oregon Fire Response: In eastern Oregon, multiple incidents near Warm Springs and across the region are prompting evacuation updates and reminders for residents and visitors to stay alert. Medicaid Hearing Services Spike: In Grants Pass, Medicaid claims for hearing services surged sharply in 2024, highlighting how local demand and coverage patterns can shift quickly. Patient Privacy Policy Debate: Wisconsin lawmakers advanced a bill changing when parents can access minors’ health and court treatment records, including provisions affecting HIV test records. Public Health in Emergencies: Wildfire-related displacement and shelter moves in Oregon’s Umatilla County underscore how health services and coordination shift during fast-moving crises. Community Health & Safety: A hit-and-run in Flint involving a pedestrian raises concerns about roadway safety and follow-up for victims’ care.

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