From PathWays PA (http://www.pathwayspa.org): While it’s back to school for many of us, it’s back to work for Pennsylvania’s full-time legislature – which means some legislators are (once again) trying to overturn Philadelphia’s paid sick and safe days law passed … Continued
Posted at https://www.commondreams.org/views/2018/09/11/medicare-all-and-myth-40-physician-pay-cut A single payer system works by cutting administrative waste, not doctors’ income Published on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 by Common Dreams By Dr. Carol Paris Supporters of Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) hold signs during an event on … Continued
From Moms Rising (https://www.momsrising.org/): “Exhausted from labor, I had no idea what to even say or ask. I never ended up receiving an overview of the process, nor any information on what I should expect or do post-partum. I was … Continued
From Families USA (http://www.familiesusa.org): Poor oral health is linked to diabetes, adverse pregnancy outcomes, heart disease, childhood illnesses, even lost school and work hours. Millions of Americans suffer the physical and financial consequences of untreated dental problems, and our health … Continued
From Families USA (http://www.familiesusa.org): Next Wednesday, September 5, arguments will be heard in a court case threatening to take coverage and care away from millions. In Texas v. United States, 20 states are arguing that the Affordable Care Act should … Continued
Posted at https://www.cbpp.org/research/health/how-medicaid-work-requirements-will-harm-rural-residents-and-communities Medicaid plays an essential role in delivering health care in rural America and is an economic lifeline to many communities. Nearly 1 in 4 non-elderly adults in rural areas have health coverage through Medicaid. The Affordable Care … Continued
From Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children (http://www.papartnerships.org): With summer coming to a close, kids are heading back to school. And for some kids, that means receiving Medicaid-covered, health-related services at school to help them reach their fullest potential. The latest video … Continued
From Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children (http://www.papartnerships.org): Each year, PPC compiles the State of Children’s Health Care data to track children’s health indicators in Pennsylvania as it relates to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) and monitors changes over … Continued
From the Pennsylvania Health Access Network (http://www.pahealthaccess.org): The health of the mouth, teeth, and gums is closely tied to overall health. That’s why we’re fighting for access to high-quality dental care for everyone. Traditional Medicare doesn’t currently cover dental care, but this … Continued
Posted at https://www.chn.org/2018/08/15/gop-tax-law-isnt-just-taxes-undermining-american-health-care/#.W3WEMs5KgdU By CHN August 15, 2018 Editor’s note: The op-ed excerpted below was written by Frank Clemente, executive director of Americans for Tax Fairness, and Margarida Jorge, co-director of Health Care for America Now! It was originally published by The Hill on Aug. … Continued