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ABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
California

Gov. Newsom criticized for proposal to eliminate health benefit for some disabled immigrants

California Gov. Gavin Newsom facing backlash for cutting health benefits for certain low-income immigrants with disabilities amidst budget deficit. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Have You Enrolled in Georgia's Medicaid Work Requirement Program? We'd Like to Hear From You.

Georgia's Pathways to Coverage program requires 80 hours of professional, academic, or community activities for Medicaid eligibility, unique as the sole Medicaid work requirement program in the US. [ more ]
www.thelocal.de
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Five ways working in Germany is better than employment in the US

Significant paid sick leave time in Germany stands out compared to the US. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Carroll's Dyslexia Diagnosis Access Act moves forward in state Senate

Private health insurance may soon cover neuropsychological exams for dyslexia diagnosis, potentially benefiting many families and improving outcomes for children. [ more ]
Independent
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

Readers' questions: 'I'm visiting the US, so do I need travel insurance? I have good health cover'

Having good health insurance with cover abroad up to €100,000 may eliminate the need for separate travel insurance for a family trip to California. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

I haven't tried Ozempic but I know how it feels | Megan Nolan

Walking in New York can be euphoric or agonizing; lack of health insurance led to a challenging health journey with unexpected side effects. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
California

Gov. Newsom criticized for proposal to eliminate health benefit for some disabled immigrants

California Gov. Gavin Newsom facing backlash for cutting health benefits for certain low-income immigrants with disabilities amidst budget deficit. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Have You Enrolled in Georgia's Medicaid Work Requirement Program? We'd Like to Hear From You.

Georgia's Pathways to Coverage program requires 80 hours of professional, academic, or community activities for Medicaid eligibility, unique as the sole Medicaid work requirement program in the US. [ more ]
www.thelocal.de
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Five ways working in Germany is better than employment in the US

Significant paid sick leave time in Germany stands out compared to the US. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Carroll's Dyslexia Diagnosis Access Act moves forward in state Senate

Private health insurance may soon cover neuropsychological exams for dyslexia diagnosis, potentially benefiting many families and improving outcomes for children. [ more ]
Independent
3 weeks ago
Healthcare

Readers' questions: 'I'm visiting the US, so do I need travel insurance? I have good health cover'

Having good health insurance with cover abroad up to €100,000 may eliminate the need for separate travel insurance for a family trip to California. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Writing

I haven't tried Ozempic but I know how it feels | Megan Nolan

Walking in New York can be euphoric or agonizing; lack of health insurance led to a challenging health journey with unexpected side effects. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
5 months ago
Health

2024 will see record signups for ACA health insurance plans

2024 projected to be a record year for signups on ACA exchanges
Reasons for increased signups include expanded subsidies and awareness campaigns [ more ]
english.elpais.com
5 months ago
Public health

Obamacare' sign-ups surge to 20 million, days before open enrollment closes

20 million people have signed up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act marketplaces, a record-breaking figure.
Sign-ups spiked after Biden took office, with Democrats rolling out tax breaks that give access to low-cost plans. [ more ]
KQED
6 months ago
Public health

Need a Free COVID Test? Try Your Local Public Library | KQED

Order free at-home COVID-19 tests from the U.S. government via USPS
Get reimbursed for COVID test purchases by your health insurance
Find a COVID-19 test through your health care provider
Find a COVID-19 test through the state or federal government
Find a COVID-19 test at your local pharmacy [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Mental health

Most Americans with mental health needs don't get treatment, report finds

Two-thirds of Americans with a diagnosed mental health condition couldn't access treatment in 2021 despite having health insurance.
Only one-third of insured individuals received follow-up care within a month after visiting an emergency department or hospital during a mental health crisis. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Public health

Most Americans with mental health needs don't get treatment, report finds

Two-thirds of Americans with a diagnosed mental health condition couldn't access treatment in 2021 despite having health insurance.
Only one-third of insured individuals received follow-up care within a month after visiting an emergency department or hospital during a mental health crisis. [ more ]
KQED
6 months ago
Coronavirus

How to Get Reimbursed for At-Home COVID Tests This Winter | KQED

The federal government has stopped requiring insurance companies to reimburse for at-home COVID tests in California.
Some insurance companies in California are still covering the cost of at-home tests but may have restrictions on where they can be obtained. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Public health

Medicare open enrollment ends today. Ignoring the deadline could cost you

Many seniors avoid changing their Medicare plans during open enrollment due to the complexity and overwhelming number of options.
Only 10% of beneficiaries switched Medicare Advantage plans in 2019. [ more ]
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The Drum
6 months ago
Marketing

In the face of keyword competition, here's how AIA New Zealand cut through

AIA New Zealand and Together won the Technical Innovation category and The Grand Prix at The Drum Awards for Search.
Health and life insurance is a highly competitive market in New Zealand, with an increase in advertising investment and new entrants.
AIA New Zealand discovered that TV advertising stimulates overall category searches, not just their brand. [ more ]
The Drum
6 months ago
Marketing

In the face of keyword competition, here's how AIA New Zealand cut through

AIA New Zealand and Together won the Technical Innovation category and The Grand Prix at The Drum Awards for Search.
Health and life insurance is a highly competitive market in New Zealand, with an increase in advertising investment and new entrants.
AIA New Zealand discovered that TV advertising stimulates overall category searches, not just their brand. [ more ]
The Drum
6 months ago
Marketing

In the face of keyword competition, here's how AIA New Zealand cut through

AIA New Zealand and Together won the Technical Innovation category and The Grand Prix at The Drum Awards for Search.
Health and life insurance is a highly competitive market in New Zealand, with an increase in advertising investment and new entrants.
AIA New Zealand discovered that TV advertising stimulates overall category searches, not just their brand. [ more ]
The Drum
6 months ago
Marketing

In the face of keyword competition, here's how AIA New Zealand cut through

AIA New Zealand and Together won the Technical Innovation category and The Grand Prix at The Drum Awards for Search.
Health and life insurance is a highly competitive market in New Zealand, with an increase in advertising investment and new entrants.
AIA New Zealand discovered that TV advertising stimulates overall category searches, not just their brand. [ more ]
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The Drum
6 months ago
Business intelligence

In the face of keyword competition, here's how AIA New Zealand cut through

AIA New Zealand and Together won the Technical Innovation category and The Grand Prix at The Drum Awards for Search.
Health and life insurance is a highly competitive market in New Zealand, with an increase in advertising investment and new entrants.
AIA New Zealand discovered that TV advertising stimulates overall category searches, not just their brand. [ more ]
Independent.ie
6 months ago
Public health

Fears of third health insurance hike within a year from VHI and Laya

Health insurers in Ireland are expected to announce price hikes following Irish Life's decision to raise prices by 4.8% for its customers.
The increase in premium rates is due to a surge in claims costs, particularly for procedures carried out in private hospitals.
VHI and Laya are likely to follow suit and announce price increases, as they have already implemented two premium rate rises this year. [ more ]
Independent.ie
7 months ago
Public health

Irish health insurer announces third price rise in move to cost families up to 600 extra

Irish Life Health is implementing a 4.8% increase in premium rates starting in January, following previous similar-sized increases in July and March.
Certain plans will become 20% more expensive for those renewing, with the popular 4 D Health 2 plan adding an additional €600 to the cost for a family of two adults and two children.
The price changes are being made due to an increase in the volume and size of claims, primarily through the private hospital network. [ more ]
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