A Biden win combined with a Democratic Senate and House could open the door to significant advances in healthcare reform. But if the Senate remains in the hands of the GOP, as appears increasingly likely, prospects dim. There is virtually nothing that […]
With President Trump threatening to dismantle the Affordable Care Act if re-elected, and the nation’s on-going struggle with a deadly pandemic, health care is a major consideration in the presidential race. This Kaiser Health News article summarizes the major health issues that […]
The week in healthcare reform Our Weekly News Roundup brings you snippets of news and brief commentary on topics related to America’s failing healthcare system, with a special focus on Medicare for All and California. — “…the most vulnerable […]
It takes guts to fight an inaccurate medical bill! Keep careful records of cost estimates you are given, get everything in writing, but remember your claim may be denied anyway. In America’s high-stakes, healthcare system, sticking to your guns can pay off […]
The Counties of San Francisco and Alameda have stepped back from the highly touted COVID-19 testing program that was contracted between the state of California and Verily Life Sciences, a sister company of Google. Intended to dramatically expand COVID testing in California’s […]
The week in healthcare reform Our Weekly News Roundup brings you snippets of news and brief commentary on topics related to America’s failing healthcare system, with a special focus on Medicare for All and California. — “The Trump White […]
When patients feel unheard by medical professionals, they may resist seeking care. After all, why even bother going to the doctor if your concerns are dismissed? Bias, cultural insensitivity and inequitable access to care are likely major contributors to health disparities in […]
Many healthcare advocacy groups and public health leaders believe that California’s Proposition 15 might serve as a remedy to the chronic underfunding of essential community services. It comes as many state and county resources have been drained by the pandemic. But the […]
The week in healthcare reform Our Weekly News Roundup brings you snippets of news and brief commentary on topics related to America’s failing healthcare system, with a special focus on Medicare for All and California. — “Many Black Americans […]