Sequestration Will Be Hazardous To Our Health
MSNBC reports on the devestating effects the sequestration cuts could have on health not only in the United States but also health throughout the world.
Health Care Leaders Offer Landmark Roadmap for Better Health Care at Lower Cost
An unprecedented, year-long collaborative effort involving policy experts from UC Berkeley, CEOs of major health insurers and health care delivery systems, and leaders from California’s public sector has produced a detailed roadmap that would transform the state’s health care system and improve care and outcomes while saving billions of dollars in the process.
The Devastating Effects the Sequestration Cuts Could Have On the Sciences
Fewer grants and less research money means fewer folks looking for cures to cancer, Alzheimer’s and other ailments, says research chief Francis Collins, with the federal budget “sequester” ahead.
Four Ways to Control Your Health Care Costs
In this very interesting article from CNN.com, Jacque Wilson goes further into detail on ways the average American can help save money when it comes to helath care costs.
Dept. of Health budget hearing with House Appropriations
Secretary Avila testified on behalf of the department.
Corbett budget means further cuts for PA nursing homes
The budget proposal calls for a 4% cut in the Medicaid reimbursement rate for nursing homes. The total revenue loss for nursing homes is projected by the Pennsylvania Health Care Association to be $46.5 million.
School District gets sued for 1.7 M
Myfoxphilly.com reported during a Monday morning rally and news conference at the school in North Philadelphia, Walter D. Palmer, Leadership Learning Partners Charter School, said students won’t have the choice they deserve if the school district and the state don’t give them that $1.7 million.
House Democrats Create Website to get Budget Ideas from PA Residents
PA House Democats have created the website www.yourpabudget.com, to allow taxpayers to submit ideas for the budget.
Lawmakers Challenged to Stay in Harrisburg until Budget is Passed
Gov. Rendell challenged state lawmakers to stay in Harrisburg until the budget is passed, to create a sense of urgency.
Human Service Providers Rally at Capitol to Protest against Budget Cuts
Hundreds on social service provides and advocates rallied at the state capitol to protest against budget cuts.