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U.S. can benefit from shifting to a Canada-style healthcare system, researcher says
Wednesday, 01 June 2011 09:24

The healthcare reforms proposed by President Barack Obama are expected to have significant effects on Americans' well-being. According to Jacalyn Duffin, a professor of medicine at Queen's University, these changes - which reflect some of the aspects of Canada's medical system - will also benefit doctors in the U.S., whose incomes will most likely increase.

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AARP launches nationwide campaign to protest cuts to Medicare and Social Security
Thursday, 12 May 2011 08:16

AARP launches nationwide campaign to protest cuts to Medicare and Social SecurityThe American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) recently launched a new campaign that aims to fight against budget proposals that threaten to cut crucial Social Security and Medicare benefits for millions of older adults. The initiative includes a multi-million dollar advertising blitz that comprises grassroots and online activities, in hopes of encouraging Congress to oppose harmful cuts that could negatively impact the country's elderly population.

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Many companies are reevaluating healthcare strategy for retirees
Thursday, 28 April 2011 16:14

Many companies are reevaluating healthcare strategy for retireesThe healthcare landscape is beginning to change for individuals who are turning 65 and are still working, according to a recent report from consulting and outsourcing company Aon Hewitt. The findings revealed that many large employers in the U.S. are rethinking their retiree medical strategy, with about 61 percent of survey respondents saying that they are doing so as a result of health reform.

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ACOs may reduce costs but could widen healthcare disparities
Thursday, 28 April 2011 16:11

ACOs may reduce costs but could widen healthcare disparitiesA recent commentary that appears in the Journal of the American Medical Association claims that although accountable care organizations (ACOs) can result in significant cost savings and other benefits, these networks could potentially exclude minorities and widen gaps in healthcare.

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Coalition praises the passage of new legislation to protect Medicare beneficiaries' access to skilled nursing facility care
Wednesday, 20 April 2011 06:55

Coalition praises the passage of new legislation to protect Medicare beneficiaries' access to skilled nursing facility careRecently, a coalition comprising consumer groups, long term care providers and medical professionals praised four Senators and Representatives for introducing legislation designed to protect vulnerable seniors' access to Medicare benefits.

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