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U.S. Visa Directive Targets Applicants with Health Issues

11/8/2025

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On November 7, 2025, the U.S. State Department issued a directive allowing visa applicants to be denied entry based on certain medical conditions.
The directive identifies cardiovascular diseases, cancers, and mental health issues as conditions that could lead to visa denial due to potential resource strain.
It notes that obesity is linked to other health issues, such as asthma and high blood pressure, and to higher medical costs.

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Story summary

On November 7, 2025, the U.S. State Department issued a directive allowing visa applicants to be denied entry based on certain medical conditions.
The directive identifies cardiovascular diseases, cancers, and mental health issues as conditions that could lead to visa denial due to potential resource strain.
It notes that obesity is linked to other health issues, such as asthma and high blood pressure, and to higher medical costs.