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Romney Scolded For Emergency Room Remark
During his Sunday interview on CBS’s 60 Minutes, GOP presidential nominee Mitt Romney said that uninsured Americans can get care in emergency rooms — a comment that drew a critical response from the American College of Emergency Physicians.
State Roundup: Calif. Mental Hospitals Released From Fed Oversight
A selection of health policy stories from California, Kansas, Oregon, Virginia, Georgia and Illinois.
Medicare Plans, Policies Draw Analysis, Voters’ Interest
News outlets report on how Medicare and other health policy issues will play in the presidential debates, on similarities and differences between the candidates’ Medicare plans, and offer tips for reporters trying to cover this complicated issue.
First Edition: September 25, 2012
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about a new study that details accelerating health care spending.
Health Issues Are Hot Topics On Campaign Trail
From their appearances Sunday night on CBS’ 60 Minutes to their answers to questions about their proposals for Medicare, President Barack Obama and GOP challenger Mitt Romney draw stark differences in their visions.
Some conservatives want to hear more from the GOP vice presidential pick regarding his proposals for Medicare and Medicaid, and less of the campaign’s more cautious talking points.
State Roundup: Anthem Dumps Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Docs
A selection of state stories from California, New York, North Carolina, Massachusetts, Arizona, Texas, Minnesota, Florida and Kansas.
Different Places, Very Different Policies On The ‘Morning After’ Pill
An Illinois court affirms a lower court ruling that the state cannot force pharmacies to sell the ‘morning after’ pill while New York City takes steps to make this pill available at 13 schools.
New System Would Help Consumers Report Health Providers’ Medical Mistakes, Unsafe Practices
The New York Times reports on Obama administration efforts to get patients more involved in reporting medical mistakes.
Texas Protesters ‘Lament’ Governor’s Decision To Turn Down Medicaid Expansion
Meanwhile, in Idaho, a report estimates that expansion could add more than 111,000 people to the state’s Medicaid rolls.
Viewpoints: How Media Missed Ryan AARP Story; Romney And Women Voters; The Price Of Medical Mistakes
A selection of opinions and editorials from around the country.
Lawmakers Spar On Medicare Advantage Plans
In a Capitol Hill hearing Friday, Republicans challenged the Obama administration’s so-called Medicare Advantage “bonuses.”
The Postive Or Negative Impact Of Health Law Is In Eye Of Beholder
The New York Times reports on how states, whether they liked the sweeping overhaul or not, are now preparing for its implementation. Meanwhile, USA Today reports who some of the business sector’s biggest winners are.
Fate Of Health Law Tied To GOP White House, Senate Wins
Politico reports that Republicans may not get another chance to repeal “Obamacare” if they’re unsuccessful at wresting control of the Senate and the executive branch this year. Other news outlets report on specific House and Senate races.
First Edition: September 24, 2012
Today’s early morning highlights from the major news organizations, including reports about the latest health politics and policy news.
GM, Union Agree To Cut Retiree Health Benefits In Exchange For Stock
GM’s United Auto Workers health care plan will own 17.5 percent of a reorganized GM after making concessions this week that will cut dental and vision benefits while increasing copays for some retired workers, The Detroit News reports.
Medicare, Health Reform, Women’s Issues Hot Topics On Campaign Trail
With the election a little more than six weeks away, news coverage included the role of health care in the outcome.
Medicare Takes Center Stage As President, Ryan Address AARP
The GOP vice presidential candidate is booed as he assails the president’s health law.
USA Today/Gallup Poll Shows Obama More Trusted On Medicare
Other polls indicate President Barack Obama is faring well in some swing states. GOP nominee Mitt Romney’s campaign hopes to shift the focus to federal spending and Medicare issues as Obama and GOP vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan speak today to the AARP.
Health Law, Medicare Both Hot Issues In House And Senate Races
News outlets examine how health issues are playing out in a House race in Pennsylvania and a Senate race in Massachusetts.
