Critics of the Democrats' health care overhaul effort see veiled "rationing" schemes behind plans to curb tests, treatments and drugs that drive up medical costs without necessarily helping patients.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
A nationwide effort to coordinate mental health with primary care is underway while a separate "growing movement" seeks to encourage preventive medicine through small, employer-sponsored plans.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
A lobbyist for birthing centers lacks a big expense account and high-paying clients, but has still managed to secure federal funds for her cause.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
Kaiser Health News presents a selection of Tuesday's opinions and editorials from around America.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
Some Illinois nursing homes create dangerous and unsafe environments by mixing seniors and younger mentally ill residents, the Chicago Tribune reports.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
Efforts to achieve greater efficiency and higher quality in health care through new health information technologies are not without new risks and shortcomings.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
(Daily Report) Sep 29, 2009
The uninsured — some by choice — are seeking care at federally funded clinics in greater-than-ever numbers while the underinsured continue their struggle to keep up with piling medical bills.
(Daily Report) Sep 28, 2009
Kaiser Health News presents a selection of Monday's editorials and opinions.
(Daily Report) Sep 28, 2009
California's state capital area is hit with a 25 percent increase in emergency room patients while Massachusetts' health system remains popular.
(Daily Report) Sep 28, 2009