Multi-specialty clinic will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., five days a week.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center study.
One scenario: The House passes the Senate bill with a reconciliation package to change some provisions.
Virus kills more than 500,000 children a year worldwide.
Politicians, as a group, are not well-known for their courage or responsibility.
“I don’t know one Republican who does not want health care reform.”–Sen. Hatch
Beating the addiction to smoking will bring you a multitude of benefits.
Heart association launches 10-year program to cut heart and stroke deaths 20 percent.
A bill could have been passed, if Democrats tried to reach out to Republicans
Some lawmakers want a scaled-back approach that targets the unpopular insurance industry.
But some balk at the price tag.
Surprise charges, inadequate training and even blocked access to patient files–a massive headache.
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Lost in translation: Lack of trained interpreters can lead to medical errors
Interpreter services at hospitals and other medical settings are often inadequate, forcing family members, including children, to step in, or the task falls to medical staff members who may not speak the language well.
Some insurers deny ER coverage to people who have been drinking
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Travel insurance can protect your wallet — and your health on vacation
Think your regular health insurance policy will cover you if you get into medical trouble overseas?
Don’t bet on it.
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