Kaiser Health News

McCain Hated The ACA But Also Saved It

Shortly after his cancer diagnosis, he thwarted the Republican party's attempt to overturn the Affordable Care Act.

Aug 27, 2018

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Sherri and Thomas Croom have been foster parents to 27 children — from newborns to teenagers — during the past decade. | COURTESY OF CROOM FAMILY

Medicaid Covers Foster Kids, But Specialized and Consistent Care Can Fall Through Cracks

Foster children often suffer from mental health issues and lead unstable lives, making it difficult for parents to ensure they get the care they need.

Aug 24, 2018

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Battle Lines Drawn As Abortion-Rights Activists Leave Their Mark Outside Clinics

Abortion-rights activists in California and beyond respond to a June U.S. Supreme Court ruling that crisis pregnancy centers don't have to tell women about abortion and other publicly funded family planning services.

Aug 22, 2018

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KAISER HEALTH NEWS

Jails Starting To Treat Inmates’ Addictions

Jails are a good place to intervene because 20 percent of inmates used heroin or opioids before being incarcerated.

Aug 21, 2018

Oregon And Other States Leverage Federal Funds To Help Insurers Lower Premiums

Reinsurance programs, which are gaining in popularity across the country, use federal money to help pay insurers who cover patients with high medical bills. They've helped curtail premium increases in Oregon.

Aug 15, 2018

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In November, doctors gave Aaron McQ of Seattle six months to live. (Dan DeLong for Kaiser Health News)

‘No One Is Ever Really Ready’: Aid-In-Dying Patient Chooses His Last Day

A 50-year-old Seattle man with leukemia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, did not want a surprise.

Aug 14, 2018

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Trump Administration Sinks Teeth Into Paring Down Drug Prices, On 5 Key Points

Officials are working on a multi-pronged plan to promote competition, attack the drug rebate system and introduce other ways to lower prices.

Aug 10, 2018

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Pharmacy-Made Pain Creams Suspected Of Medicare Fraud

A report calls for scrutiny of made-to-order creams over fears they're overused and overpriced.

Aug 9, 2018

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Once Its Greatest Foes, Doctors Are Embracing Single-Payer

A shift is occurring, with many younger physicians concerned more about social justice than profit.

Aug 7, 2018

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Trump Administration Loosens Restrictions On Short-Term Insurance Plans

The action could drive up premiums for people who purchase insurance in the Affordable Care Act marketplace.

Aug 1, 2018