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Even with major progress on insulin affordability, many people with diabetes struggle under the weight of a costly system.

Op-Ed: Health Equity Requires More Than Good Intentions: Why 340B Needs Transparency Before Expansion - Black women and families in underserved communities face some...

Officials said the increase was driven largely by rising uncompensated care costs, including Medicare and Medicaid losses, unrecoverable patient debt, and the first full year of operations for UChicago Medicine Crown Point in Northwest Indiana. #investment #uchicago #benefits

Expanding a program that allows profits to grow without transparency while  also delivering minimal benefit to patients at the point-of-sale risks worsening those challenges rather than solving them. #drug #oped

State officials say the results reflect ongoing efforts to expand vaccine access and provide consistent, science-based guidance to families. #vaccinations #schools

During floor debate, bill sponsor state Rep. Mary Beth Canty, D-Arlington Heights, said the measure is designed to shield patients from legal risks in other states. #medical #care #records

“I’m honored to receive the endorsement of the New Dem Action Fund,” Miller said in a statement. #endorsement #donnamiller #congress

The proposal would extend coverage to include rehabilitative services, which are often needed by individuals who develop or continue to experience speech challenges later in life. #measure #speech #coverage

Hills said the measure is designed to eliminate upfront costs for families and encourage early intervention, which some studies suggest can lower the risk of developing lifelong food allergies. #bill #allergy #coverage

“By embedding health insurance enrollment into the annual tax filing process, Illinois is making it easier than ever for residents to take the first step toward getting covered,” said Get Covered Illinois Director Morgan Winters. #health #tax