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Reporter looks into rise in kids’ orthodontic care in Wash.
Though a state investigation has failed to prove that any dental providers committed fraud, scandal still hovers over Texas’ Medicaid…
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Stories missed the inequality of violent death in young people
News outlets duly noted the recent study showing that injuries and violence kill more young people in the U.S. than…
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Early trends emerge following Medicaid expansion
A couple of stories have begun to trickle out from states about the impact of Medicaid expansion on hospitals. This…
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Dentist recognized for outreach, treatment of nursing home residents
Untreated oral disease can have a devastating impact upon frail elders. Yet significant financial and physical barriers prevent many from…
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What happens when hospitals abandon inner cities
Hospitals in the U.S. have been abandoning inner cities for years. By 2010, the number of urban hospitals still operating…
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Documents yield true cost of Illinois’ PR campaign for insurance coverage
When Illinois awarded a $33 million contract to a high-priced PR firm to promote insurance coverage under the Affordable Care…
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New NIA report highlights health, aging trends
Prevalence of chronic disease is on the rise, and the ability to afford nursing home care is declining among older…
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First medical journalism fellow named at MedPage Today
In an effort to teach health care professionals reporting skills and bring experts into the newsroom, MedPage Today has named Shara…
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Covering heart disease and older adults
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the U.S. As with many other chronic conditions, age is…
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Video shares tips for using data to cover Health Policy
Yesterday, Joanne Kenen shared a guide on using data to cover the Affordable Care Act as well as Charles Ornstein’s…
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