Morning Briefing
Summaries of health policy coverage from major news organizations
Viewpoints: ACA Premiums Rise, Affordability Falls; As Extreme Heat Increases, So Does The Death Toll
The Washington Post: ACA Premium Increases Show That Health Care Remains Unaffordable
The government encourages higher prices through policy. (7/10)
Chicago Tribune: Climate Change's Heat Is Baking Us To Death. We Must Act.
It isn’t just the U.S. Heat waves have rocked Europe, but these inconveniences to most are nothing compared to what lies ahead if we don’t change course. (Elizabeth Shackelford, 7/10)
Stat: Primary Care Can’t Fix The U.S. Health Crisis
In March, the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) released its annual report to Congress on Medicare payment policy. The data related to physician payment are clear: By every metric we track, primary care in America is succeeding, and it has been for years. (Christopher P. Childers and Thomas C. Tsai, 7/10)
The Boston Globe: Are The Feds Trying To Kick Sick People Off Medicaid?
The new interpretation of work requirements creates too many administrative hurdles. (7/10)
The Washington Post: How To Improve Your Health While Aging
Decline in old age isn’t inevitable. Here’s what older adults can do to prevent it. (Leana S. Wen, 7/9)
