The Biden administration recently introduced new rules that could revolutionize mental health care coverage in the United States. These comprehensive regulatory changes aim to fortify provisions within the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008. For too long, mental health services
The 2024 presidential campaigns of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are intensifying, with each candidate presenting starkly different visions for rural healthcare, a critical issue in swing states like Wisconsin. The recent Harris/Walz campaign event highlighted these contrasts, drawing attention to
Delving into significant financial mismanagement uncovered by Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor, this article shines a light on the state's Medicaid prescription drug benefits. It underscores substantial fiscal oversight issues and calls for urgent reforms. The audit has revealed that
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) set the stage for critical discussions on the current U.S. political and health landscape. The event focused on the healthcare policies of Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Additionally, the convention addressed
Puerto Rico, a US territory, faces unique and significant challenges in public health. The systemic inequalities and policy limitations that affect its residents span disaster response, healthcare funding, and political representation. These challenges became particularly acute following a series
Medical debt is a looming crisis in the United States, affecting millions of Americans across different demographics. This pervasive issue transcends just financial concerns, deeply influencing health outcomes and access to care. It is imperative to dive into how medical debt shapes America's
