Posts tagged health insurance
What to Know About the Proposed Republican Healthcare Bill

House Republicans have just recently proposed a new healthcare bill that is supposedly the cost-saving centerpiece for Trump's “big, beautiful bill”. In reality, this legislation is anything but beautiful.

The expansion of Medicaid was one of the most impactful effects of the Affordable Care Act, helping eliminate cost barriers to care and allowing more individuals access to healthcare coverage. With this new healthcare bill being introduced, important parts of the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid will be affected and likely leave millions of Americans without access to healthcare coverage.

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PNHP NY Metro - Lights, Camera, Healthcare, Action

Healthcare Conspiracy is not just a film—it’s a wake-up call. At the heart of this film is the New York Health Act (NYHA), a bill that could revolutionize access to healthcare by eliminating premiums, copays, deductibles, and insurance networks. This satirical documentary pulls back the curtain on the true scandal hiding in plain sight: America’s for-profit healthcare system. The film exposes the absurdity of a system where insurance companies profit by denying care. Read on to watch and learn more about the film and the NY Health Act. 

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Asking WHY May Help Us Survive As A Species

It is my humble conclusion that there are two main issues that are threatening the end of the world. These are: 1. Climate change and 2. The illusion of separation. My studies and life experiences have led me to examine this issue of impending doom and categorize it as one of high priority. It is my hope that all of us pause and consider the following editorial.

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An Inside View Of NYC’s ICU, During The Mounting COVID-19 Crisis

Six weeks ago, my life was changed forever. I got one of those texts that you never want to get: “Kira, I had a heart attack. I’m in the ICU…”. Unfortunately, this couldn’t come at a worse time as the COVID-19 pandemic quickly took over the New York City hospitals. Please read further to learn about one ICU patient’s story in the midst of a crisis.

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