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The New Death Panels: Health Care Rationing Via Delays And Denials

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 759 implied HN points • 13 Aug 24
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. Health insurance companies are creating delays and denials that harm patients' ability to receive care. Many people are missing out on necessary treatments because of these issues.
  2. A large number of doctors feel burnt out because of the complicated process of prior authorizations. This adds stress to their jobs and impacts their patients' health.
  3. To improve the situation, legislation and possibly legal action might be necessary. It's important to push for changes in how insurance companies operate to help both patients and doctors.

A Takeover of the IPCC

The Honest Broker Newsletter • 4102 implied HN points • 20 Aug 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Policy advocacy
  1. The IPCC is changing its approach to studying extreme weather events. Instead of just focusing on long-term changes, they are now looking at specific events and linking them to climate change.
  2. The new author team for the IPCC's report seems to be mainly focused on extreme event attribution, which may lead to more politically motivated claims about climate change and disasters.
  3. There are conflicting views in scientific studies about whether climate change is increasing monsoon rainfall in places like Pakistan. This shows the challenges and complexities involved in understanding climate impacts.

Enacting Land Value Return in your hometown

Progress and Poverty • 923 implied HN points • 18 Dec 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy advocacy
  1. Find a local elected champion and build a coalition of nearby allies; motivated local people paired with the right official can win reforms without a huge grassroots movement.
  2. Do the homework: study local law (uniformity, classification, assessment rates, exemptions, millage), involve the assessor early, gather parcel and valuation data, map land values, and model a revenue‑neutral shift so you can show who wins and loses.
  3. Be pragmatic and start small with voluntary, revenue‑neutral local opt‑ins (split‑rate, universal building exemption, leases, or targeted capture), and use short policy briefs and clear visuals to convince busy politicians.

[VIDEO] Poor Americans to feel the burn from health insurer Elevence's decision in Medicaid dispute

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 519 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. Elevance is a health insurer with high denial rates for claims, affecting patients' access to necessary treatments. Many poor Americans are struggling because of this.
  2. In Ohio and Virginia, there's a conflict between Elevance and a major hospital system, leading to unpaid claims amounting to $100 million. This dispute means Medicaid patients may need to find different hospitals for care.
  3. Lawmakers need to step in and address the unfair practices of health insurers like Elevance. This is crucial for protecting low-income Americans who rely on Medicaid services.
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California Pumped Tens of Millions into Immigration NGOs that Fight Deportation, Track ICE and more…

OpenTheBooks Substack • 270 implied HN points • 11 Jun 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy advocacy
  1. California has invested a lot of money, around $73.6 million, into nonprofits that help immigrants and fight deportation. These organizations aim to provide legal support and advocacy for immigrant rights.
  2. Some of these groups not only offer legal help but also encourage activism and political engagement among immigrants. They focus on changing laws and policies that affect immigrant communities.
  3. The spending on these organizations has raised concerns about whether taxpayer money should support efforts that challenge federal immigration laws and enforcement.

What a Trump presidency can mean for health care

Vinay Prasad's Observations and Thoughts • 342 implied HN points • 06 Nov 24
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. We need to eliminate conflicts of interest in healthcare. This means doctors shouldn’t take money from companies that could influence their decisions.
  2. The CDC and NIH are failing in their roles and need restructuring. They should focus better on data and improve how they operate.
  3. Children's nutrition is important. Schools should serve healthier food, and we need to cut down on processed foods to promote better eating habits.

REVENUES OVER LIVES: health professionals' role in challenging the "medical-financial complex”

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 359 implied HN points • 14 Mar 23
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. The healthcare system in America is often driven more by profits than by providing good care to patients. This needs to change for the health of everyone.
  2. There are many ways to improve healthcare, such as making it affordable and accessible for all. Countries like the UK and Canada show that universal healthcare can work.
  3. Young health professionals can be the change-makers. They need to fight for justice in healthcare and challenge the current system that prioritizes money over lives.

[VIDEO] My advice as you pick a health insurance plan for 2023

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 99 implied HN points • 07 Dec 22
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. When choosing a health insurance plan, look beyond just the monthly premium. Consider the total out-of-pocket costs before your benefits start.
  2. It's important to compare different plans and understand what you'll have to pay for services and prescriptions.
  3. Be mindful of enrollment deadlines so you don't miss out on getting the coverage you need.

'Experts' And The Media Trying To Bring Back Masks Yet Again With New Variant Panic

Unmasked • 98 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy advocacy
  1. Some individuals in the media are pushing for the return of masks due to concerns about a new variant and panic.
  2. Certain experts are criticized for not admitting to mistakes and promoting policies that are viewed as ineffective.
  3. There is ongoing debate about the effectiveness of COVID policies, including advocating for vaccination over natural immunity.

🙏🏾 Thank You

UnfairNation by Ehsan Zaffar • 9 implied HN points • 08 Jul 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy advocacy
  1. UnfairNation has grown by 25% in readers since announcing new changes, showing that there is strong interest in what they offer.
  2. They've posted over 400 job and internship opportunities, helping people find important roles that make a difference.
  3. A small group of students is actively involved in research and job curation, learning how real change happens outside of textbooks.

An Open Letter to HHS Secretary Kennedy and FDA Commissioner Marty Makary: Deliver on MAHA Agenda

Outspoken with Dr Naomi Wolf • 5 implied HN points • 04 Jun 25
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. There are serious concerns about the safety of mRNA vaccines, especially regarding harmful effects on children and pregnant women. Many believe the current data is enough to ban these vaccines outright.
  2. Some parents feel that their rights to decide their children's health treatments are being ignored, as new recommendations pressure them to act against their wishes. This could set a bad legal precedent.
  3. If leaders don’t take real action to address public concerns about mRNA vaccines, many voters will look for new candidates who better represent their views. This could seriously impact future elections.

A link to my piece in The Nation – with some added context.

HEALTH CARE un-covered • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jul 21
🏥 Health Politics Policy advocacy
  1. America's health care system, based on employers, is failing and needs a change. The pandemic showed that this model is not working well for many people.
  2. There is a call for President Biden to deliver on his promises for health care reform, especially after the challenges revealed by the pandemic.
  3. A Medicare for All system could be better for both individuals and businesses, and it's important to think about new solutions for health care.