Posts Tagged ‘health’

The Ballad of Joseph Cao

http://jeffhorwich.com One, and only one, Republican broke ranks to vote for the health reform bill in the House. Dude needed a song.

Anh “Joseph” Cao (pronounced “Gau”), Republican of Louisiana. For purposes of this song, he goes by “Joe.” :-)

Written and recorded in an afternoon, as usual.

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Cure for rheumatoid arthritis?

http://www.globalchange.com Cure for autoimmune diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, multiple sclerosis? Targetting specific immune cells to restore normal immune system with potentially very few side effects. Medical research using immunology. But will pharmaceutical companies wish or be able to fund such research? It will be a technique not a therapy to be sold. Patrick Dixon, conference keynote speaker and futurist.

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News Update: States suing to overturn health care law also seeking help to pay for retiree benefits

More news on the healthcare front — several states are suing to overturn the health care law signed by President Barack Obama and are simultaneously seeking to claim their share of subsidies to cover medical costs of retired employees. The AP reports a White House Administration official announced that, “seven states suing the federal government are among 16 already approved for subsidies to help with the healthcare costs of early retirees.” This includes: Arizona, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Nebraska and Nevada. This has become a growing concern for those who are quickly approaching retirement age. The AP reports that approximately 2000 employers have been approved — which primarily spans the private sector. The health care law provides $5B to aid employers in maintaining healthcare coverage for early retirees. This covers those age 55 and older but are no eligible for Medicare yet. The retiree assistance is only a temporary measure. Payments are scheduled to stop in 2014. The AP reports that this is “when the law calls for competitive insurance markets to open, and eligible individuals can get government tax credits to help pay for premiums.

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IBEW Activist Tells Sen. Landrieu: Support Strong Public Option, No Benefits Tax

Stephan Babin from IBEW Local 2286 talks about the health care crisis facing IBEW members in Louisiana and how important it is for Sen. Mary Landrieu to support a strong public option and to oppose a tax on union benefits.

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Baton Rouge Insurance Brokers A Acadian Assurance Inc.

Get health insurance and keep money in your pocket with A Acadian Assurance in Baton Rouge. Also known as Brad Thibodaux & Assoc., they offer policies in health insurance for individuals and employers with policies for dental, disability, life, Medicare supplemental and more. Custom tailoring plans to meet specific needs, they strive for maximum coverage, minimum costs, complete customer satisfaction.
Visit us http://www.yellowpages.com/info-451074725/A-Acadian-Assurance-Inc?from=youtb

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Health Care Reform -ARE YOU INFORMED?

Information about the health care reform taking place in the USA. Just taking a moment to encourage you to get the information you need if you have not already done so.

http://www.whitehouse.gov/healthreform#healthcare-menu

http://www.healthcare.gov/law/introduction/index.html

http://www.healthcare.gov/law/timeline/index.html

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Healthy Works! Employer Health Insurance in Nevada – Video

http://www.FindQuotesToday.com For an affordable employer health insurance solution in Nevada, get multiple quotes in minutes! With top providers, low quotes and coverage in as little as 24 hours, why start elsewhere? FindQuotesToday.com- Where youll find the best employer health insurance in Nevada for the right price. Provide your employees with top health care benefits.

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Healthcare Reform

In late march 2010 Congress passed Healthcare Reform, also known as Obamacare. President Obama signed this hugely unpopular healthcare reform bill into law, forever altering the American health insurance market. Amendment 63 is Colorado’s answer to Obamacare. This video paints the grim reality that awaits our future generations. Even though this video is lighthearted, don’t take our message lightly. For many, it could mean the difference between life and death.

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The final stop: LA Campaign for Responsible Health Reform in Shreveport

David offers his final video blog entry for the Louisiana Campaign for Responsible Health Reform’s tour of Louisiana.

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Nutritional Supplements : Benefits of Fish Oil

Fish oil supplement benefits include decreasing triglyceride levels in the blood and reducing inflammation from arthritis. Learn about the potential benefit of fish oil decreasing blood pressure with information from a licensed dietitian in this free video on nutritional supplements.

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