Medscape November 18, 2024
Manuela Callari

It’s been 2 weeks since election day, and US President-Elect Donald Trump’s transition team is nominating candidates for crucial cabinet and White House positions, including the role of secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.

Health policy experts in Europe told Medscape Medical News that the Trump administration’s healthcare agenda could have far-reaching impacts on healthcare systems and policies abroad.

US health policies influence global health security, and Europe could face uncertainty as it responds to shifts in US priorities, particularly regarding pharmaceutical regulations, vaccine policies, and public health initiatives.

How much Europe will be affected will largely depend on who is appointed to manage the $2 trillion US health budget and which policy priorities Trump...

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