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Government shutdown updates: Reductions in force begin at HHS

The federal government entered a shutdown Oct. 1 after Republicans and Democrats refused to compromise on their funding asks.
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Federal government enters shutdown, virtual care programs expire

Oct 1, 2025 8:30am
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FDA rejects another ultrarare disease prospect

Sep 8, 2025 10:59am
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House Republicans propose 6% budget cut to HHS for FY2026

Sep 2, 2025 2:02pm
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NIH withholding grant funds is illegal, government watchdog says

Aug 6, 2025 11:15am
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Senate bill aims to keep NIH, CDC funds intact

Aug 4, 2025 11:30am