Health Care

July 7, 2011

My daughter Gracie was born at 26 weeks for reasons that are unknown. She was just 2 lbs and 6 oz and 13.5 inches long. Fortunately, we received great care at a Children's Miracle Network affiliated hospital with an outstanding NICU. The NICU was my daughter's home for the 68 days of her life while...

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AnnMarie Duchon

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July 7, 2011

My son, Tobias, was born on May 8, 2008. He was very small at birth, only 5lbs 4oz at 38 weeks gestation, which is unusually small for a "normal" baby. He was very cute upon entering the world with his quiet voice crying out. As with any normal birth, we spent a couple of days in the hospital. I...

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Lisa in FL

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July 7, 2011

As policy makers in Washington DC work to reduce the federal budget deficit, we should all be watching carefully where the budget ax swings, especially when it nears our children. Luckily, California is raising the red flag when proposed federal cuts result in more state costs and less health care...

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Kristen Golden Testa

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July 7, 2011

Like so many Americans, my family has taken a hit during the recession. I have been working part-time at a university while earning my master’s degree in biology, though I'm putting all my efforts on finding full-time employment. My husband and I have two children in college, and are thankful for...

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Jessica Howells

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July 7, 2011

Sixty-five percent of children in D.C. received health coverage under Medicaid in 2010. Now their health and safety is at risk as Congress and the White House take aim at this bedrock safety net program. Our nation's debt burden is heavy. But our conscience will be heavier if we allow politicians...

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HyeSook Chung

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July 7, 2011

When you are the mother of a child with severe disabilities you can't help but worry about what's going to happen to her once you are gone. When she is your only child, and you have no obvious relatives who are likely to survive you and care for her, it feels perilous. You really hope your society...

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Emily Townsend

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July 7, 2011

We don't know exactly when it will be finalized, but the * federal budget and deficit deal * is taking shape. We don't know the details, but we are confident that harmful Medicaid and Medicare cuts are on the table. It is reported that the President and Members of Congress of BOTH parties are...

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Cary Sanders

Health Care Blog Carnivals

July 7, 2011

At a time when it is popular to lash out at government programs, I want to stand up for the public service that is Medicaid. It not only offers outstanding healthcare coverage to people who need it most, but it saves families money and lives. My 30-year-old daughter receives healthcare coverage...

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Gail Schimmelpfennig

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July 7, 2011

By Danielle Garrett , Health Policy Fellow, National Women’s Law Center Cross-posted from NWLC's blog, Womenstake Hopefully by now we have convinced you how important Medicaid is to many Americans , including women, children, the elderly, and Americans with disabilities. But we aren’t the only ones...

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Stephanie Drahan

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July 7, 2011

By Jennifer Mezey, Senior Counsel, National Women’s Law Center Cross-posted from NWLC's blog, Womenstake As the summer continues to progress and the battle over the federal budget is reaching a fevered pitch, the future of Medicaid is hanging in the balance. Decision-makers are considering policy...

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Stephanie Drahan