Value You Can See
We all want value for the dollar when we make a big purchase. Especially when we buy something expensive, we want to know that we're getting a high-quality product that makes a hit to… Read more.
Protect Yourself and Your Family: Know Your Job-Based Insurance Rights
As a young adult just entering the workforce I'm lucky that my father's job offered health insurance, and that he was smart enough to take advantage of it and protect himself and his family.… Read more.
02.21.2012 / / Insights Blog
The Hidden Holes in Our Health Coverage
On February 9, the Administration announced a final rule under the health care law that requires all health insurance companies to describe the benefits, limitations, and costs of their plans in plain, consistent language.… Read more.
02.16.2012 /
The State of Latino Health Twitter Chat
Cross-posted via the Department of Health and Human Services By, Julia Eisman HHS New Media Communications Director Not all Americans have equal access to health care - or similar health care outcomes. Racial and ethnic… Read more.
02.16.2012 /
The End of Unexplained Insurance Rate Increases in New York
Advocates in New York recently celebrated a huge victory for health care consumers. Their efforts resulted in the public disclosure of insurer filings for all premium rate increases, guaranteeing greater transparency for consumers. New… Read more.
02.13.2012 / / Insights Blog
The Silent Epidemic: The Lack of Oral Health Care for Racial and Ethnic Minorities
On February 25, 2007, seventh grader Deamonte Driver died from what many would have considered a simple toothache. Deamonte died because an abscess in his tooth was not treated, and the infection spread to… Read more.
02.10.2012 / / Insights Blog
Playing Politics with Women’s Health
Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, come August 1, 2012,many insurance plans will be required to cover contraception as part of women's preventive care - meaning no more co-pays or deductibles. This is welcome news to… Read more.
02.09.2012 / / Insights Blog
One Family’s Struggle Against Leukemia and Medical Bills
Amid the many tragic stories of Americans struggling with health care costs, one Alabama family's situation exemplifies the undeniable need for health reform. The Richmond family has a 13-year-old daughter who is battling leukemia at USA… Read more.
02.07.2012 / / Insights Blog
Holding Insurance Companies Accountable: The Importance of a Good Appeals Process
By Erinn Ackley - Red Lodge, Montana Inclusion of a fair and expeditious appeals process that holds health insurance plans accountable is a very important component of the Affordable Care Act. In 2006, my… Read more.
01.26.2012 /
What Will it Take To End Cervical Cancer?
¡Basta ya! Changing the Frame from Sex and Stigma to Health and Safety Written with Lydia Mitts No woman should die from cervical cancer. Medical science has finally given us the tools to prevent… Read more.
01.13.2012 / / Insights Blog
The Consequences of Inaction: Why Consumer Assistance Programs Need Support Now
Where do you go when you need help fighting a denied insurance claim, filling out an insurance application, or even just finding affordable insurance? State consumer assistance programs help the public with these health… Read more.
01.11.2012 / / Insights Blog
Interactive Health Care Conference Calls Changing Lives, Engaging Thousands
This post was originally featured on the HHS Center for Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships blog: For people like Sam, the HHS Partnership Center's conference calls on the health care reform law, have helped connect… Read more.
01.10.2012 /
The Burden of “Non-Communicable Diseases” in Communities of Color
"Non-communicable diseases" (NCDs) is a key buzz phrase in public health today. Even the United Nations has the term on its mind, as it recently held a historic high-level meeting to develop a plan of action… Read more.
12.19.2011 /
Health Reform would cut the number of uninsured Virginians in half
Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell has been an outspoken opponent against the Affordable Care Act. Unfortunately for him, the Virginia Health Reform Initiative (VHRI) Advisory Council—a council that he formed—released a report finding that the Affordable… Read more.
12.12.2011 / / Insights Blog
You’re Invited to Health Action 2012!
Families USA is pleased to invite you to Health Action 2012! Come gather with health care justice advocates from across the country to discuss challenges and formulate plans for the coming year. Please join us Thursday, January… Read more.
12.08.2011 / / Insights Blog
Some are fighting against no-cost contraceptives
One of the hallmark provisions included in the Affordable Care Act is under attack, putting women’s health in jeopardy. As we mentioned this summer, women scored a huge victory when the Administration announced that all forms… Read more.