NPR asks the president of the National Hispanic Medical Association and the director of the Indian Health Service about their views on health reform.
(Daily Report) Sep 24, 2009
Illegal immigrants say an effort to close Grady Memorial's dialysis center could end their only source of care. The closure may foreshadow broader problems "safety-net" hospitals could face under the health care overhaul.
(Daily Report) Sep 24, 2009
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
(Daily Report) Sep 24, 2009
To get to universal coverage in a fiscally sound way, we need to come up with a "chronic care bailout" plan. The way to do this is through health payment reform.
(Column) Sep 24, 2009
One of the biggest points of contention in Senate Finance Committee's consideration of Max Baucus' health bill is the "individual mandate" requirement.
(Daily Report) Sep 23, 2009
States are providing prescription drug help and routine medical care to low-income people. In California, the governor has broken a veto threat to make sure poort children keep their insurance. But, in Texas, home health agencies are exposed as a money pit for Medicare dollars.
(Daily Report) Sep 23, 2009
Two new studies test classic assumptions about doctor behavior, including whether fatigue, stress and even full moons impede their work. Meanwhile, separate reports examine would-be physicians' behavior far from the exam room or operating table.
(Daily Report) Sep 23, 2009
As part of the series, "Are You Covered?" KHN and NPR profile Audrey Bernfield, 71, a two-time breast cancer survivor. When her cancer returned, her Medicare coverage enabled her to choose her own doctors, move closer to her family and get the best treatments for her situation. She says she prefers Medicare over a private insurer. Medicare Coverage Explained | Video Profile
(Story) Sep 22, 2009
The Department of Health and Human Services has ordered more swine flu vaccine, bringing the eventual total to 251 million doses. And, clinical trials show a single-dose of the vaccine can protect children ages 10-17.
(Daily Report) Sep 22, 2009
The health care debate has been frustrating for some in the abortion-rights movement, who had hoped to include a serious discussion of expanding access for low-income women.
(Daily Report) Sep 22, 2009