To get a clearer understanding of the medical billing frustrations that affect so many people, we invited readers to share their billing and insurance problems with us. More than 100 people did. Here are nine of their stories. BRIAN AND EVELYN ROACH Evelyn Roach of Gray gave birth to her first child in October. Eamon […]
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Focus should be on fixing system, not punishing patients for hospital violence, mental health advocates say
Mental health advocates say creating alternatives to hospitals for those in crisis — not criminalizing their actions — will reduce violence against health care providers.
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Planned Parenthood to spend record $50 million in midterm elections
The effort will focus on governor’s offices, U.S. Senate seats and legislative races in 9 states where abortion rights could be restricted or expanded depending on the outcome at the ballot.
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MaineHealth and Anthem settle long-running contract dispute
Maine Medical Center in Portland will continue to be in Anthem’s coverage network.
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Boston Children’s Hospital receiving threats over transgender care program
Informational YouTube videos became the focus of far-right social media accounts.
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Federal CDC director announces shake-up, citing COVID mistakes
The changes include internal staffing moves and steps to speed up data releases.
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Lyme disease rebounding in Maine this year
The state recorded 1,433 cases through Aug. 14, nearly matching the yearly total for 2021.
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Monkeypox can spread to dogs, doctors report
Pets that come into contact with a symptomatic person should be kept away from other animals and people for 21 days.
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Over-the-counter hearing aids expected this fall in U.S.
Though expected to be slightly less expensive, cost is still an obstacle as the device and fitting services can run more than $5,000 and insurance coverage is minimal.
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South Carolina lawmakers consider abortion ban with no exceptions for rape, incest
A small group of South Carolina lawmakers have given their approval to a near total abortion ban that does not include exceptions for pregnancies caused by rape or incest.