KFF Health News Journalists Spotlight Critical Health Issues on National Platforms

By Editor • September 12, 2026 • 1 min read

KFF Health News journalists have recently shared their insights on pressing health issues affecting communities across the United States, highlighting topics such as opioid settlements, primary care shortages, and the impact of gun violence on children.

Opioid Settlement Funds Scrutinized

Senior correspondent Aneri Pattani appeared on Arnie Arnesen's show on September 1, where she examined how Louisiana sheriffs are allocating opioid settlement funds. Her investigation sheds light on the financial management of these payouts and raises questions about their effectiveness in combating the opioid crisis.

Addressing Loneliness in Suicide Prevention

Pattani also participated in a discussion on Good Faith Media's Our Stigma on August 31, focusing on the role of social connections in suicide prevention. Her insights emphasize the importance of tackling loneliness and isolation to reduce suicide rates.

Primary Care Shortages and Gun Violence Insights

In a separate segment, KFF Health News correspondent Renuka Rayasam discussed the growing primary care shortages on PBS News' Horizons on August 28. Meanwhile, Daniel Chang, reporting from Florida, highlighted the effects of gun violence on children in the state during an interview with Fox 13 Tampa Bay on August 26, emphasizing the disproportionate toll on Black and Latino children.

Source: kffhealthnews.org

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Scholar Rock Secures FDA Approval for Groundbreaking SMA Therapy

By Editor • September 11, 2026 • 1 min read

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