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Economic Scene: Wishing for a Health Care Plan That Cuts Costs
09 March 10 11:06 PM

President Obama’s health reform plan is a mixed bag, but it may be the only program passed. Read More...

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Extra Money for Science in Obama’s Budget
02 February 10 12:18 AM

The president’s proposed spending plan would increase money for the Health and Human Services Department and the National Institutes of Health. Read More...

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Fact Check: Searching for Some Light Amid the Heat
30 January 10 02:08 AM

The president’s assessment of health care reform during his session with House Republicans was accurate, but some issues could be fairly debated. Read More...

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Expanding Health Coverage and Shoring Up Medicare: Is It Double-Counting?
28 December 09 11:41 PM

The issue involves not only technical accounting matters, but also a huge political issue: the impact of health care overhaul on Medicare and its beneficiaries. Read More...

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Long-Term Care Is Latest Issue in Health Care Debate
14 December 09 12:14 AM

A new insurance program would help people with severe disabilities, though the benefits could also be used to help pay for nursing homes or assisted living. Read More...

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High Premiums in Senate Democrats’ Health Plan
11 December 09 02:26 AM

Preliminary calculations reflect the steep challenges that Senate Democrats face as they await a new cost analysis of their proposal. Read More...

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Democrats Raise Alarms Over Health Bill Costs
10 November 09 06:10 PM

Health economists say it is impossible to know whether the bills would meet cost-cutting goals, and many are skeptical that they even come close. Read More...

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