Monday, November 23, 2009

Michelle Andrews

The High-Tech Hospital of the Future

Technology of all kinds is transforming the way medical systems work. more >>

Iowa Leads in Affordable Nursing Homes

Survey ranks states and geographic regions based on choice and affordability. more >>

Free Skin Cancer Screening Coming Your Way

A mobile screening RV is traveling to more than 50 cities this spring and summer. more >>

Can You Count on a COBRA Subsidy? Maybe Not

New study shows that where they live makes the difference in whether workers at small firms qualify. more >>

6 Ways to Get Affordable Mental-Health Services

Resources to help you manage during stressful times. more >>

Premiums for a Public Health Plan: 30 Percent Cheaper?

Monthly premiums are estimated at $761 for families, $298 for individuals. more >>

Medicare Advantage Premiums May Rise $40 to $70 Monthly in 2010

New government rates will pay health plans less; some plans say they'll have to charge more. more >>

10 Ways to Get and Keep Healthcare Benefits in Retirement

Strategies vary for pre- and post-65-year-olds. more >>

Walgreens Clinics Offer Free Medical Care for Unemployed, Uninsured Workers

Program is limited to previous patients. more >>

COBRA Basics: Temporary Health Insurance Is Now More Affordable

Basics on who COBRA covers (including family members), how long coverage lasts, how to apply, and more. more >>

Express Scripts' New Plan: Prescription Drugs Go to Employees' Homes

New program takes the decision-making out of signing up for home delivery of prescribed medications. more >>

Comparative Effectiveness Research as Patient Education Tool

Health systems are using it to help patients make decisions about drugs, medical devices, and surgery. more >>

Together Rx Access Program Expands Eligibility for Drug Discounts

Families with incomes up to $105,000 can benefit from cheaper medicines. more >>

5 Things You May Not Know About Infertility

Men and women are equally likely to be infertile, and other facts to know about fertility problems. more >>

<i>Budgeting for Infertility</i> Authors Sterling, Best-Boss Offer Help for Couples

New book helps couples plan and pay for fertility treatments, including IVF and cheaper alternatives. more >>

4 Ways to Cover the Cost of Long-Term Care

Out of your pocket. Medicaid. Other options are long-term care insurance and a reverse mortgage. more >>

7 Tips for Buying Long-Term Care Insurance

The policies are complicated, and timing is tricky. But they may be a sound purchase for some people. more >>

Flexible Spending Account Strategies for Tough Economic Times

If you lose your job, you could actually come out ahead financially with the "flexible" health account. more >>

President Obama Hosts Health Reform Summit

Cheerleader-in-chief brings major stakeholders together. more >>

8 Questions You May Have About the New COBRA Subsidy

If you've lost a job, the feds might pay 65 percent of your health insurance bill. more >>

Obama Announces $155 Million for Community Health Centers

The 126 new centers will serve 750,000 mostly uninsured and underinsured patients. more >>

Can't Sleep? Why Insomnia Shouldn't Be Ignored

Chronic sleep problems can be a sign of sleep apnea or other medical issues, particularly in women. more >>

Medicare Spending on Patients Varies Widely by State, Region

New map reveals regional differences; more treatment doesn't necessarily mean better health. more >>

Obama Budget Squeezes Medicare—and Wealthier Seniors

Higher drug costs and less choice of plans will be the likely results for some. more >>

Stimulus Bill to Cover 65 Percent of COBRA Costs for 9 Months

Legislation offers no other healthcare assistance for laid off workers. more >>

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