A new law, signed by the governor earlier this week, is aimed at helping diabetics afford the lifesaving medication.
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Trump Administration’s Proposed HHS Rule Would Redefine What ‘Sex’ Means
The Health and Human Services Department has proposed to end Obama-era rules that protect transgender people from discrimination in health care. That could impact the Trump administration’s plan to fight HIV.
Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Protections For Transgender People In ACA
The Department of Health and Human Services has announced a proposal to end Obama-era rules protecting transgender people from discrimination in health care.
Trump Administration Proposes Eliminating Protections For Transgender People In ACA
The Department of Health and Human Services has announced a proposal to end Obama-era rules protecting transgender people from discrimination in health care.
Trump Administration Proposes Rule To Reverse Protections For Transgender Patients
A federal agency issued a proposed rule Friday that rolls back Obama-era protections for transgender patients. Advocates for transgender people say the rule leaves them vulnerable to discrimination.
A Look At The Economics Of Ending A Pregnancy
More states have adopted new restrictions on abortion in hopes the Supreme Court will revisit Roe vs. Wade. That could have profound effects on the economic prospects for women seeking abortions.
Disabled Woman Who Gave Birth At Care Facility May Have Been Impregnated Before
New medical documents filed on Wednesday say the woman was sexually assaulted multiple times. An exam after the birth of the child in December indicated she may have been pregnant before.
Sens. Alexander, Murray Release Health Legislation Targeting High Bills, Drug Costs
The bipartisan legislation proposes plans to deal with surprise medical bills, prescription drug patents, price transparency and vaccine education.
Surprise Medical Bills Are Driving People Into Debt: Will Congress Act To Stop Them?
Lawmakers are discussing several measures to solve the problem of unexpected medical bills, which can wreak havoc in consumers’ lives. Here’s our guide to the current roster of proposed legislation.
The Struggle To Hire And Keep Doctors In Rural Areas Means Patients Go Without Care
A new generation of family physicians wants a work-life balance. But practicing in a small town is a 24/7 job, which is worsening the ongoing doctor shortage in rural America.
