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KHN’s ‘What The Health?’: Tennessee Seeks Medicaid Changes

Tennessee wants to convert its Medicaid program to a block grant. But is its plan legal? Meanwhile, Congress continues to struggle with legislation to rein in prescription drug prices and surprise medical bills. This week, Anna Edney of Bloomberg News, Jennifer Haberkorn of the Los Angeles Times and Kimberly Leonard of the Washington Examiner join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and more. Rovner also interviews Dr. Marty Makary, author of the new book “The Price We Pay” about why health care costs so much.

Sept. 19, 2019

Bill of the Month

Which Was Worse: The Bachelor Party Hangover Or The Hangover From The ER Bill?

One groom’s bachelor party hangover illustrates how emergency room bills have become major headaches for many Americans.

By Markian Hawryluk

Sept. 19, 2019

Camouflaged Vaping Devices Are Hoodwinking Parents And Schools

The vaping hoodie. The vaping watch. The vaping phone case. Each ready to deliver a puff of nicotine (or marijuana) anywhere, anytime. The vaping market is crowded with sleek, camouflaged devices that have teachers and parents struggling to monitor illicit usage of a product that has surged in popularity among high schoolers.

By Anna Maria Barry-Jester

Sept. 19, 2019

Doctors And Nurses With Addictions Often Denied A Crucial Recovery Option

Programs for health care professionals addicted to opioids generally bar a proven recovery method: the use of drugs like buprenorphine and methadone to relieve cravings.

By Emma Yasinski

Sept. 19, 2019

Voices: How Should California Address The Needs Of Its Aging Population?

By 2030, an estimated 1 in 5 Californians will be 65 or older, and the state is creating a “master plan” to address their needs. Lawmakers, advocates, local officials and others gathered in Sacramento on Monday to tackle issues of greatest concern, such as long-term care and housing for low-income seniors.

By Anna Almendrala and Ana B. Ibarra

Sept. 18, 2019

As Texas Cracks Down On Abortion, Austin Votes To Help Women Defray Costs

The Austin City Council is setting aside $150,000 in city funds to help local women seeking an abortion pay for related costs, such as transportation or child care.

By Ashley Lopez, KUT

Sept. 18, 2019

KHN & PolitiFact HealthCheck

Obesity Stigma And Yo-Yo Dieting, Not BMI, Are Behind Chronic Health Conditions, Dietitian Claims

With nearly 72% of U.S. adults considered overweight or obese, the pressing question is: Is it possible to be overweight and healthy at the same time? The science falls short.

By Julie Appleby

Sept. 17, 2019

Longtime Crusader Against OxyContin Begins To See The Fruits Of Her Struggle

Barbara Van Rooyan lost her son to the drug 15 years ago and has fought ceaselessly since then to hold Purdue Pharma accountable for its role in the opioid crisis.

By Mark Kreidler

Sept. 17, 2019

Purveyors Of Black-Market Pharmaceuticals Target Immigrants

Illegal medications, sold in immigrant communities around the United States, can cause serious harm to consumers, authorities say. Law enforcement officers are cracking down, but some think more must be done.

By John M. Glionna

Sept. 16, 2019

KHN Impact

At-Home Rape Kits Now Off The Market

State attorneys general took legal action to stop the sale of rape kits that would be useless as evidence in court.

By Victoria Knight

Sept. 16, 2019

No Mercy

Air Ambulances Woo Rural Consumers With Memberships That May Leave Them Hanging

State regulators and even one medevac company have raised doubts about prepaid subscriptions and promised benefits offered by air ambulance companies.

By Sarah Jane Tribble

Sept. 16, 2019

Must-Reads Of The Week From Brianna Labuskes

Newsletter editor Brianna Labuskes wades through hundreds of health care policy stories each week, so you don't have to.

By Brianna Labuskes

Sept. 13, 2019

UVA Lawsuits

UVA To Cut Back On Lawsuits Against Patients

But critics say the new policy still leaves some patients exposed to lawsuits and crippling bills.

By Jay Hancock and Elizabeth Lucas

Sept. 13, 2019

KHN & PolitiFact HealthCheck

Castro’s Attack On Biden For Blanking On His Health Care Plan Falls Flat

It turns out the health care plans put forth by the campaigns of former Vice President Joe Biden and former Cabinet secretary Julián Castro are not that different.

By Louis Jacobson, PolitiFact

Sept. 13, 2019

KHN & PolitiFact HealthCheck

Do 50 Million People Really Lose Health Coverage Each Year Because Of Their Jobs?

Sen Bernie Sanders' statement during Thursday night's Democratic debate serves up interesting data, with a side of misrepresentation.

By Emmarie Huetteman

Sept. 13, 2019

A Dubious Product: A Rape Kit For Home Use

Two companies are selling at-home rape kits as the latest direct-to-consumer product, but hardly anyone thinks this is a good idea.

By Victoria Knight

Sept. 13, 2019

Vapers Seek Relief From Nicotine Addiction In — Wait For It — Cigarettes

Even though e-cigarette makers market their products as a safer alternative to cigarettes, a growing number of vapers are trying to quit— and they’re turning to cigarettes to help them.

By Ana B. Ibarra

Sept. 13, 2019

KHN & PolitiFact HealthCheck

Despite Repeated Calls For Unity, Democrats Throw Debate Punches On Health Plans

When it came to health care plans, there were big ideas and big numbers, even though fewer candidates were on the stage.

By Emmarie Huetteman

Sept. 13, 2019

UVA Lawsuits

UVA Suspends Medical Lawsuits In Wake Of KHN Investigation

KHN reported this week that the University of Virginia Health System has filed 36,000 lawsuits against patients the past six years.

By Jay Hancock and Carmen Heredia Rodriguez

Sept. 12, 2019

Podcast

KHN’s ‘What The Health?’: Despite Booming Economy, Uninsured Rate Ticks Up

Nearly 2 million more Americans were uninsured in 2018 than in the previous year, according to the Census Bureau’s annual report. Plus, the Trump administration announced plans to ban flavored vape liquids, and Congress is back and working to address high prescription drug prices and “surprise” medical bills. This week, Joanne Kenen of Politico, Tami Luhby of CNN and Rebecca Adams of CQ Roll Call join KHN’s Julie Rovner to discuss these issues and more.

Sept. 12, 2019

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