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These first 10 Medicare drugs chosen for US to negotiate lower prices

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

(The Hill) -- The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) early Tuesday announced the first 10 drugs chosen for Medicare price negotiation under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA).These single-source drugs were chosen based on their eligibility under the IRA and are the "highest total Part D gross covered prescription drug costs" under Medicare Part D, according to CMS. In total, these medications account for $50.5 billion in total gross Part D costs.Negotiations over these drugs, if manufacturers agree to the process, will take place over 2023 and 2024. Drugmakers have until Oct. 1 to sign agreements.CMS will publish the "maximum fair prices" for these drugs in September 2024. The negotiated prices for these drugs will go into effect beginning in 2026. Drug shortages shine spotlight on FDA powers President Joe Biden is expected to give a speech on Tuesday to mark the selection of these drugs."For far too long, Americans have paid more for prescription drugs than any maj...

Georgetown shelter says distemper contained to one dog, returns to normal operations

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

GEORGETOWN, Texas (KXAN) – The Georgetown Animal Shelter said Monday it resumed normal operations after determining only one dog in its care had the distemper virus. The shelter said the dog remained in isolation and continued to show signs of improvement. Staff are optimistic the dog will fully recover, according to the shelter. PREVIOUS: Georgetown Animal Shelter sees increase in distemper cases It said test results for the other 26 dogs currently in the shelter's care came back negative on Monday. “Limiting the spread of such a contagious virus to the original dog who tested positive is an incredible testament to our shelter staff, who immediately put safety and cleaning protocols in place, and to our community, who immediately responded to our plea for fosters,” Animal Services Manager April Haughey said.Within four days of an Aug. 23 call for fosters, the shelter said seven of 15 healthy dogs were fostered or adopted out of the shelter. According to the shelter, fosters are...

Gophers football vs. Nebraska: Keys to game, how to watch, who has edge

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

NEBRASKA vs. MINNESOTAWhen: 7 p.m. ThursdayWhere: Huntington Bank StadiumTV: FOXRadio: KFAN, 100.3 FMWeather: 80 degrees, partly sunny, 12 mph north windBetting spread: Minnesota, -7Records: Season opener for both teams. P.J. Fleck is 5-1 against Nebraska, including 1-0 versus Mike Riley (2017) and 4-1 with Scott Frost (2018-22). Matt Rhule did not play against Minnesota during his stints at Temple and Baylor.History: Frost’s demise came with a brutal 5-22 record in one-score games; the U’s three wins in the last three years each came by seven-point margins.Key matchup: Nebraska quarterback Jeff Sims vs. Gophers linebackers. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound Georgia Tech transfer has dual-threat capabilities with 1,152 rushing yards and 4,464 passing yards across three seasons in the Atlantic Coast Conference. All-Big Ten-caliber LB Cody Lindenberg and Co. will need be strong tacklers to limit big plays from Sims.Who has the edge?Gophers offense vs. Nebraska defense: New QB Athan Kaliakmanis’...

Idalia strengthens to a hurricane, pushing a surge of ocean water toward Florida

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

By LAURA BARGFELD (Associated Press)TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Idalia became a hurricane on Tuesday, threatening to bring deadly storm surge and dangerous winds to Florida’s Gulf Coast after lashing Cuba with heavy rain.Florida residents loaded up on sandbags and evacuated from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast to prepare for a storm that the National Hurricane Center projected could have sustained winds of up to 120 mph (193 kph). That would make it a Category 3 hurricane — a potentially big blow to a state still dealing with lingering damage from last year’s Hurricane Ian.At 8 a.m. EDT Tuesday, Hurricane Idalia was about 320 miles (515 kilometers) south-southwest of Tampa, with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph (130 kph), the hurricane center said. Idalia was moving north at 14 mph (22 kph).The center of Idalia is forecast to reach the Gulf Coast of Florida as “an extremely dangerous major hurricane before landfall on Wednesday,” and then mo...

FBI and BCA warn of phone scam in Minnesota

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

Federal and state authorities are warning the public about fraudulent calls from people claiming to be from the FBI or Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The callers try to manipulate people into giving them private information such as Social Security numbers, banking information and home addresses.Scammers are using spoofing technology that makes caller ID match the official phone numbers of the FBI and the BCA, according to a new release Monday. By pretending they are conducting an official investigation, the callers ask for the private information.While real FBI and BCA agents may contact people during investigations, it’s important for people to verify whether the person is a legitimate agent by asking for a callback number and then calling the agency’s official general information line to verify.“A legitimate BCA agent will encourage you to call the main phone number and confirm their identity. If the person who called doesn’t want you to do that, hang up th...

Babe Ruth induction day at the NYS Baseball Hall of Fame

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Sultan of Swat, the king of crash, the colossus of clout, the great Bambino. On Saturday, September 9, the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum will host Babe Ruth Induction Day. The event will take place at 45 Harrison Street, across the street from Parkhurst Field Little League Stadium, starting at 11 a.m. To commemorate and honor the event, Ruth's grandson, Tom Stevens, and great-grandson, Brent Stevens, will be in attendance. The two will share stories and memories of the Babe, who is largely considered the best baseball player of all time. Life-sized Babe Ruth cut-out on display at The New York State Baseball Hall of Fame Museum, Babe Ruth Induction Day,Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m.A sample exhibit of Babe Ruth at The New York State Baseball Hall of Fame Museum, Babe Ruth Induction Day, Saturday,Sept. 9, 11 a.m.Babe Ruth’s wall plaque on the New York State Baseball Wall of Fame, at The New York State Baseball Hall of FameMuseum, Babe Ruth In...

Crews responding to 4-vehicle crash on I-270 NB

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS - Emergency crews are at the scene of a four-vehicle crash on Interstate 270 Tuesday morning.Our Bommarito Automotive Group SkyFOX helicopter is flying over the area, located on I-270 northbound at Dougherty Ferry, where crews are currently responding to the slowdowns. Injuries have been reported, but the severity is still unknown. Former Belleville resident one of 3 Marines killed in Osprey crash in Australia Drivers are urged to take Lindbergh or 144 as alternate routes. FOX 2 will update this story with more information as it becomes available.

Special Missouri House committee studying city's earning tax today

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The Missouri House is setting up a new committee to study earnings taxes.They're focused on the impact of the 1% tax on wages earned in St. Louis and other cities. St. Louis' earnings tax makes up 36% of the city's general revenue. Former Belleville resident one of 3 Marines killed in Osprey crash in Australia Republican leaders say they want to see how the tax is impacting employment and economic growth in the state.

'Pianos For People' deliver piano to aspiring 2nd grader

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

ST. LOUIS - A north county family's home is about to be filled with the joy of music.An 8-year-old now has a piano to practice her skills and make her dreams of becoming a star a reality. FOX 2's Blair Ledet was there in Jennings when the non-profit, 'Pianos for People,' delivered a piano to an aspiring performer.Kani Brackett is on fire. The bubbly second-grader at Missouri Connections Academy has a passion for playing the piano and singing. Just like Alice Keys. Why Bob Barker did not play for the St. Louis Cardinals Kani takes her cues from the 15-time Grammy Award-winning artist and understands that practice makes perfect.A non-profit organization, Pianos for People, put this all together. They picked up a piano from Alvin Horst in St. Louis City. Kani watched movers with her piano park right in front of her home.Pianos for People has been spreading the love of music for ten years with donations and deliveries. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for u...

I-70 westbound reduced to one lane after multi-vehicle crash with serious injuries

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:11:07 GMT

A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 70 near the intersection with Havana Street early Tuesday forced a reduction of traffic to one lane, and authorities are advising drivers to find alternative routes.Three people suffered serious injuries in the crash on I-70 between Peoria and Havana streets, and one was taken to a hospital, Denver Police said in a posting on X, the social media site formerly called Twitter.Related ArticlesColorado News | Coloradans’ top concerns? Cost of living, housing, environmental issues and homelessness, poll says Colorado News | Can there be too many drive-thrus? One Colorado city is considering whether to impose a limit Colorado News | One person dies in crash on northbound Interstate 25 and Yale Avenue Colorado News | Three people taken to hospital after emergency vehicle crash in Boulder Colorado News | Boulder police searching for driver that struck cyclist riding with chil...