The American Public Health Association calls on Congress to extend ACA premium tax credits before expiration to prevent millions from losing health coverage and facing higher premiums.

New Jersey will continue recommending hepatitis B vaccination at birth for newborns, diverging from new federal panel advice suggesting delayed dosing. The state prioritizes early protection to reduce hepatitis B transmission and maintain insurance coverage standards.

The ACIP has revised its hepatitis B vaccination guidelines for newborns, shifting from universal birth dosing to selective administration based on maternal infection status, citing safety and parental consent concerns. This impacts CDC policy and health insurance coverage across the U.S.