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West Virginia Senator Blocks Democrats’ Medicare Dental Plans

The loss of a key Democrat likely means dental care for seniors won't be included in Medicare coverage.

Dec 14, 2021

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Health Experts Worry CDC’s COVID Vaccination Rates Appear Inflated

Experts say knowing with accuracy what proportion of the population has rolled up sleeves for a COVID shot is vital to public health efforts, but CDC data is questionable.

Dec 9, 2021

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As Democrats Bicker Over Massive Spending Plan, Here’s What’s At Stake For Medicaid

Health experts say this could be the only time a fix to the “Medicaid gap” in Republican controlled states will be possible for many years.

Sep 30, 2021

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Dentists Chip Away At Uninsured Problem With Membership Plans

Nationwide, a quarter of dentists now offer in-clinic membership plans for uninsured patients.

Sep 21, 2021

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