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The Biden administration wants to make it easier for Americans to get dental care. But don’t try booking an appointment just yet. A new regulation out this month allows states to include adult dental care as a benefit that health insurers must cover under the Affordable Care Act. Following record ACA enrollment this year, the proposal represents an […]

Gov. Glenn Youngkin has vetoed legislation making prescription drugs more affordable. The bill would have created an independent body to evaluate drug prices and determine if increases are reasonable. ...

The alarming rise in rates of diabetes, obesity, depression, and other chronic health issues has put the spotlight on toxic stress. Lawson Wulsin, professor of psychiatry and family medicine at the University of Cincinnati, explained good stress such as a demand or challenge you readily cope with is good for your health. Toxic stress, on the other hand, wears down your stress response system with lasting effects. ...

US could learn from NY’s facility fees disclosure law New York State

This week, groups fighting for health equity known as the Health4All campaign are asking the California Legislature to remove barriers to the "Covered C-A" health insurance marketplace based on immigration status. Assembly Bill 4 and a budget action would pave the way. Sen. ...

As federal agencies crack down on "junk fees." experts feel they can learn a thing or two from New York. The state is one of 13 to pass facility fee reforms, which are growing as more hospital systems merge with independent physicians. The fees can vary in price and are used to help hospital systems maintain various clinics. ...

Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., wants to update the 14-year-old Affordable Care Act. He and Sen. ...

Access to Washington states long-term care program will increase because of action during this years legislative session. But the program also faces a challenge on this years ballot. Starting in 2026, Washingtonians will have access to up to $36,500 in benefits from the WA Cares Fund. ...

(Shenandoah) -- Shenandoah officials have taken the next steps on a pair of significant infrastructure improvements.

(RNS) — The bishops have urged more support for mothers and families, even as Ascension, one of the largest Catholic health care providers in the US, has been closing labor and delivery units at its hospitals.