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06/04/2026 · Long Prairie

CDC Issues National Guidelines for Maternal and Infant Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released national recommendations aimed at improving the health of women before pregnancy. The guidelines outline actionable steps for better maternal and infant outcomes. The CDC collaborated with over 35 public and private organizations to develop the recommendations.

05/19/2026

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Feds Freeze Another $91M in Minnesota Medicaid Funds Over Fraud

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has deferred an additional $91 million in federal Medicaid payments to Minnesota amid escalating fraud concerns. This follows a prior $259 million holdup and a federal court ruling upholding the action. State officials decry the moves as politically motivated, while CMS demands proof of clean spending.

05/04/2026

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