How did attendees at a behavioral health conference react to Trump’s victory?

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Top Story How Did Attendees at a Behavioral Health Conference React to Trump's Victory? When it comes to the effects that the upcoming Trump presidency will have on healthcare, attendees' attitudes ranged from cautiously optimistic to fairly anxious. Some of the issues they highlighted included mental health parity, telehealth prescribing flexibilities, and the role of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Sponsored Insights from Innovative Healthcare Executives Presented by MedCity News At the HLTH conference in Las Vegas, MedCity News interviewed executives who offered their insights on the shifting healthcare landscape in order to help employers manage healthcare costs, automate time-consuming manual tasks to support providers, and improve access to care. Click here to watch Take the Spotlight at INVEST 2025 Startups bring your vision to life in front of leading venture capitalists, industry innovators, and decision-makers who are looking for what's next. Pitch tracks are focused on the following: Biopharma - Startups focused on infectious diseases. Devices & Diagnostics - Startups focused on diabetes. Healthtech: Consumer/Employer - Startups addressing care navigation and care coordination. Healthtech: Payer/Provider - Startups addressing AI to boost workflow and efficiency. This is Your Stage. This is Your Moment. Be Bold. Apply Now to Pitch at INVEST 2025

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