Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my daughter’s life. We must keep strengthening it for patients like her. In the NewsSep 21, 2023 Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my daughter’s life. We must keep strengthening it for patients like her. William Garcia shares his story about how the Affordable Care Act provided his daughter with critical access to health care. William’s story exemplifies the importance of the law and the need to expand it. Sep 21, 2023 The Wisconsin Independent William Garcia
Politico’s Alice Ollstein on Abortion, Government Funding, and Health Care PodcastSep 7, 2023 Politico’s Alice Ollstein on Abortion, Government Funding, and Health Care Politico health reporter Alice Ollstein joins the show to discuss growing health concerns as kids head back to school. Sep 7, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
1 Year Without Roe Personal StoryJun 23, 2023 1 Year Without Roe This CAP story collection details the experiences of doctors, doulas, and nurse practitioners since the overturn of Roe v. Wade and their fears in the rapidly evolving legal landscape of abortion care. Jun 23, 2023 the Center for American Progress
Minnesota is transforming its nursing home industry with a model that empowers workers In the NewsJun 15, 2023 Minnesota is transforming its nursing home industry with a model that empowers workers David Madland explains how the Minnesota Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board Act can improve the nursing home industry by setting minimum workplace standards for the sector. Jun 15, 2023 Minnesota Reformer David Madland
Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health PodcastJun 9, 2023 Dr. Kellan Baker on Protecting LGBTQI+ Rights and Health Kellan Baker joins Colin to discuss Pride month, attacks on transgender rights and access to health care, and policy issues that affect broader LGBTQI+ health. Jun 9, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
The ACA Affords Protections for Young People With Rare Health Conditions Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 The ACA Affords Protections for Young People With Rare Health Conditions A Wisconsin patient with a rare condition was protected by the ACA’s preexisting condition provision and continuity of care. Mar 20, 2023
Americans on Private Insurance Are Protected by the ACA Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 Americans on Private Insurance Are Protected by the ACA A cancer patient in Illinois is relieved to have health care protections from the ACA. Mar 20, 2023
Kansans With Diabetes Can Access Affordable and Reliable Health Care Through the ACA Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 Kansans With Diabetes Can Access Affordable and Reliable Health Care Through the ACA A Kansas state legislator accessed ACA subsidies for affordable and reliable health care. Mar 20, 2023
The ACA Provides Affordable Health Care for Georgians With Preexisting Conditions Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 The ACA Provides Affordable Health Care for Georgians With Preexisting Conditions A Georgia woman explains how the ACA’s protections have ensured her access to reliable health care. Mar 20, 2023
The ACA Allows Insulin Affordability Advocate To Start Small Business Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 The ACA Allows Insulin Affordability Advocate To Start Small Business A small-business owner in Minnesota explains how the ACA allowed her the freedom to quit her job and start her business. Mar 20, 2023
13 Years Later: The Affordable Care Act’s Enduring Legacy Personal StoryMar 20, 2023 13 Years Later: The Affordable Care Act’s Enduring Legacy Americans share how the Affordable Care Act has changed their lives and continues to benefit them. Mar 20, 2023
Local communities are buying medical debt for pennies on the dollar—and freeing American families from the threat of bankruptcy In the NewsMar 10, 2023 Local communities are buying medical debt for pennies on the dollar—and freeing American families from the threat of bankruptcy State Rep. Michelle Grim (D-OH) describes how federal funding from the American Rescue Plan is being used to wipe medical debt in Ohio. An estimated 41,000 Ohio residents will see their medical debt erased thanks to the program that is being replicated in towns and local governments across the country. Mar 10, 2023 Fortune Michele Grim
Rep. Wendy E.N Thomas: Infrastructure Bill will help mitigate ‘forever chemicals’ In the NewsDec 29, 2022 Rep. Wendy E.N Thomas: Infrastructure Bill will help mitigate ‘forever chemicals’ In an op-ed, New Hampshire state Rep. Wendy E.N. Thomas (D) describes how contaminated drinking water contributed to deteriorating public health in her community. Thomas explains how federal grants from the Biden administration’s infrastructure policies are delivering long-awaited relief to affected communities. Dec 29, 2022 the New Hampshire Union Leader Wendy E.N. Thomas
Dr. Angela Rasmussen on the ‘Tripledemic’ PodcastDec 1, 2022 Dr. Angela Rasmussen on the ‘Tripledemic’ This week, Daniella sits down with Dr. Angela Rasmussen to discuss the latest health threats facing America. Dec 1, 2022 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Erin Phillips, Kelly McCoy, 1 More Sam Signorelli
Social Security, Medicare are on the line this November—and women older than 50 know it In the NewsOct 19, 2022 Social Security, Medicare are on the line this November—and women older than 50 know it Beth Almeida and Maggie Jo Buchanan discuss how MAGA Republicans’ extremist agenda and renewed efforts to slash Social Security and Medicare would particularly harm women over the age of 50. Oct 19, 2022 The Hill Beth Almeida, Maggie Jo Buchanan
Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act Personal StorySep 20, 2022 Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act This collection features stories from people in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose lives have been improved by the legislation passed during the Biden administration’s first two years. Sep 20, 2022
Rural Arizonan Utilized American Rescue Plan Funds To Expand Broadband for Telehealth Personal StorySep 20, 2022 Rural Arizonan Utilized American Rescue Plan Funds To Expand Broadband for Telehealth An economic leader from Arizona used federal investments from the American Rescue Plan to bring a telehealth hub to her rural town. Sep 20, 2022
The American Rescue Plan Extends Affordable Care Act Subsidies To Lower Premiums for Arizonans Personal StorySep 20, 2022 The American Rescue Plan Extends Affordable Care Act Subsidies To Lower Premiums for Arizonans An Arizona retiree saved hundreds of dollars each month after the American Rescue Plan reduced Affordable Care Act premiums. Sep 20, 2022
Georgia Resident Plans To Leave the Country in Search of More Affordable Health Care Personal StorySep 20, 2022 Georgia Resident Plans To Leave the Country in Search of More Affordable Health Care A Georgia woman with multiple sclerosis hopes the Inflation Reduction Act will lower her prescription drug costs through Medicare. Sep 20, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act Saves Arizonans With Disabilities Thousands on the High Costs of Prescriptions Personal StorySep 20, 2022 The Inflation Reduction Act Saves Arizonans With Disabilities Thousands on the High Costs of Prescriptions Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, an Arizonan is eager to save thousands of dollars on prescription costs. Sep 20, 2022
The Inflation Reduction Act Protects and Strengthens Medicare for Americans With Disabilities Who Rely On It Personal StorySep 20, 2022 The Inflation Reduction Act Protects and Strengthens Medicare for Americans With Disabilities Who Rely On It A Georgia mother describes how Medicare enabled her to afford her daughter’s lifesaving medications Sep 20, 2022
Older Georgia Resident Puts Retirement on Hold To Afford Prescription Drugs Personal StorySep 20, 2022 Older Georgia Resident Puts Retirement on Hold To Afford Prescription Drugs An older Georgia resident cannot afford to fill her prescriptions after enrolling in Medicare. Sep 20, 2022
How the Inflation Reduction Act Reduces Health Care Costs ArticleAug 12, 2022 How the Inflation Reduction Act Reduces Health Care Costs The Inflation Reduction Act’s health insurance subsidies and drug pricing reforms will improve health care affordability for Americans. Aug 12, 2022 the Center for American Progress Nicole Rapfogel, Emily Gee
Women’s Stories on Economic Justice and Health Care ArticleJul 27, 2022 Women’s Stories on Economic Justice and Health Care This storybook features women in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose stories center on issues from prescription drug pricing and health insurance, to child care and paid leave. Jul 27, 2022
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