In this episode of Paging America, Dr. Rob kicks things off with a powerful conversation with Jason Kander, veteran, author, and healthcare advocate, about the VA system, PTSD care, and why privatization threatens veterans’ health.
Then, Miles and Rob break down the latest on the government shutdown, ACA subsidies, skyrocketing premiums, and how GOP cuts to Medicaid and VA services are reshaping care across the country. They also cover new California shield laws protecting abortion providers and patients from out-of-state crackdowns.
It’s a packed episode on the politics of healthcare, from veterans’ care to reproductive rights, and what’s really at stake when politicians play games with people’s health.
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Background reading:
Find Jason at jasonkander.com
Veteran’s Community Project website, vcp.org
American Rescue Project, www.theamericanrescueproject.org
POLITICO: California doctors can now prescribe abortion anonymously
ABORTION, EVERY DAY: Louisiana Issued Arrest Warrant for ANOTHER Abortion Provider
MedPage Today: If Government Shuts Down, Federal Health Programs Would Feel the Pinch
The Washington Post: Shutdown fight over Obamacare highlights drawback of health care law
The Hill: How a shutdown will impact health agencies and Social Security
USA Today: Millions of seniors could lose access to telehealth and in-home care during shutdown
American Journal of Managed Care: Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Health Care Access
POLITICO: California doctors can now prescribe abortion anonymously
ABORTION, EVERY DAY: Louisiana Issued Arrest Warrant for ANOTHER Abortion Provider
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