By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterMONDAY, April 21, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Colonoscopy for younger adults. Chest CT scans for lung cancer. Statin medications to lower cholesterol. Screening for drug addiction.More than 150 million Americans might lose no-cost access to these and other preventive care services under a case being heard …
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