Global Scans · Good Health and Well-being · Weekly Summary

In September 2015, 193 world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals for Sustainable Development. If these Goals are completed, it would mean an end to extreme poverty, inequality and climate change by 2030.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.

• [New] The cost to patients will be much higher with the coming Medicare 2026 law as well as the new permanent rules for virtual care. Human Medical Billing
• [New] TCE is associated with health risks including liver cancer, kidney cancer, and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. BillTrack50
• [New] PCE is associated with health risks such as damage to the kidney, liver, and immune system, neurotoxicity and reproductive toxicity, and cancer from inhalation or skin exposure. BillTrack50
• [New] The Thai Government promoted universal access to public health services and implemented measures to ensure that vulnerable women, including informal female workers and registered migrant women, could access healthcare. The United Nations Office at Geneva
• [New] In 2026, the Trump effect on dealmaking in healthcare will be significant. MHA | Michigan Health & Hospital Association
• [New] South Dakota will be using its funding to create regional hubs for emergency services and improve access to maternal and infant health, to ensure the delivery of essential medical care. U.S. Senator John Thune
• [New] The Sinopharm vaccine will join ones made by Pfizer-BioNTech, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, AstraZeneca, and a version of the AstraZeneca vaccine made by the Serum Institute of India, in receiving the coveted authorization from the U.N. health agency. The Asahi Shimbun
• [New] India presents a growing opportunity with rising urban healthcare infrastructure and increased government funding for cardiac care, attracting both multinational and regional manufacturers. MarketDigits
• [New] Emerging markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific, offer significant opportunities due to rising healthcare access and growing patient populations. MarketDigits
• [New] Expect to see many other states taking actions to either drop or preserve health insurance coverage in 2026. Rockefeller Institute of Government
• [New] HHS's Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health has announced a new research and development funding opportunity through its Agentic AI-Enabled Cardiovascular Care Transformation (ADVOCATE) program. Alliance of Safety-Net Hospitals
• [New] The rising cost of prescription drugs is expected to remain one of the defining financial challenges for the healthcare system in 2026. Definitive Healthcare
• [New] In 2026, successful pharmacies and health systems will need to rethink how they attract and retain technician talent. Definitive Healthcare
• [New] Health systems are bracing for cuts in Medicaid programs in the coming years, and more people losing coverage starting in 2027. Chief Healthcare Executive
• [New] In 2026, investment in women's health will expand rapidly as technology focuses on filling longstanding gaps in areas such as menopause, autoimmune conditions, metabolic and cognitive health, and more. Healthcare IT Today | Fresh, Daily, Practical Healthcar
• [New] By 2026, technology will no longer be an add-on but the actual nervous system of healthcare. Zymr
• [New] Healthcare in 2026 is defined by two hard truths: systems are spending more but not always getting better value, and patients expect care that works as fast as the rest of their digital lives. Zymr
• [New] The opportunity to make meaningful change has never been greater, and in 2026, healthcare leaders will remain committed to realizing the full potential of technology and its greater purpose of better patient care. Healthcare IT News
• [New] Long-term care and mental health pharmacies are emerging as some of the most compelling investment opportunities in 2026. JD Supra
• [New] Regulatory scrutiny will shape how AI shows up in healthcare PE in 2026, driving tighter diligence and more adaptive deal terms. JD Supra
• [New] Healthcare PE investors have sharpened their focus on AI-driven value creation, a trend that is expected to intensify in 2026. JD Supra
• [New] Recent analysis shows that while new pledges, including $11.34 billion raised by the Global Fund, illustrate continued global commitment, it will be critical to maintain proper levels of funding to stay on track to end the public health threat of HIV/AIDS by 2030. George W. Bush Presidential Center
• [New] Ending HIV/AIDS is within reach, and doing so will require having the United States approach global health investments and bilateral partnerships as strategic, long-term investments. George W. Bush Presidential Center

Last updated: 25 January 2026