ACA subsidy extension left out of 7-week stopgap funding bill
(By: Andrew Cass and Elizabeth Casolo for The Becker’s Hospital Review) House Republicans have proposed a stopgap funding bill that
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VA Telehealth brings care directly to Veterans
(Source -news.va.gov) Veteran trust in (89.0%) and satisfaction with (91.9%) VA telehealth have increased to new heights for the fifth
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(By: Madeline Ashley, Erica Cerutti, Alan Condon, and Jakob Emerson for Becker’s Hospital Review) Congress is staring down a fast-approaching
Read MoreIs telehealth a good idea, or should I see my regular doctor?
(By Mara Gordon for NPR) Q: I see tons of ads for telehealth. Is that a good idea, or should
Read MoreWhy Are More Older People Dying After Falls?
(By Paula Span for KFF Health News) For a while, walking the dog felt hazardous. Earl Vickers was accustomed to
Read MoreVeteran Directed Care keeps Veteran at home and comfortable
(Source – news.va.gov) When Ron and Joanne Gasper decided to put down roots, they purchased a charming ranch house on
Read MoreFDA moves to cut expert panel input on new drugs
(By: Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) The FDA is moving to scale back its long-standing use of expert panels
Read MoreMobile unit brings health care for Veterans experiencing homelessness
(Source – news.va.gov) On Friday mornings, a van from George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center Homeless Program pulls up outside
Read MorePressure mounts against HHS’ 340B pilot: 5 notes
(By: Alexandra Murphy for Becker’s Hospital Review) A group of House lawmakers is urging HHS to scrap or revise its
Read MoreHealth care costs are soaring. Blame insurers, drug companies — and your employer
(By Maria Aspan for NPR) The United States has the most expensive health care in the developed world. Now it’s
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