Tag: prevention

Why a Supreme Court ruling against Obamacare would be bad for America’s health

Why a Supreme Court ruling against Obamacare would be bad for America’s health

The King v. Burwell case could leave millions without health insurance. That’s not good for anyone. When Dawn Erina needed some minor surgery early this year, she was able to afford it. She could afford physical therapy visits, too. Without the surgery, Dawn would have struggled to do her job. When Dawn needed to refill one of her prescriptions, she […]

Read more ›
Functional Medicine: The vision of healthcare reform put into practice

Functional Medicine: The vision of healthcare reform put into practice

In the bigger picture of healthcare reform, a clinical approach that prioritizes wellness over treatment is exactly what we need. Over at my personal blog, I recently wrote about my experience with Functional Medicine and how it’s overhauled my health. Although it’s not brand-new, Functional Medicine is an approach to care that’s rapidly gaining acceptance — and for good reason. […]

Read more ›
Retired nurse applauds ACA’s emphasis on prevention — and not turning anyone away, including her

Retired nurse applauds ACA’s emphasis on prevention — and not turning anyone away, including her

Once denied insurance at any price, Amy and her husband found a plan that works for their lifestyle and budget. One prescription for blood pressure medication. One test that showed an early-stage heart valve issue that isn’t causing any problems. That’s all it took for insurance companies to deny coverage to Amy and her husband, Mike before the Affordable Care […]

Read more ›
Quantcast
Quantcast