An economic stimulus bill likely to pass today no longer provides money for family-planning services — at the behest of President Barack Obama.
The Medicaid Family Planning State Option would have extended safety-net health care coverage for women and families suffering during the economic downturn. Studies estimate that 2.3 million low-income women would receive coverage under [...]
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As he heads out of office, President George Bush is taking one last stand on women’s health issues.
A last-minute move by the current administration could prohibit recipients of federal money from discriminating against doctors, nurses or health care workers who refuse to perform or assist with abortions, sterilization procedures or any other health service program [...]
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Think you’re paying more for birth control than you should? Here’s a comprehensive look of the price ranges for oral contraceptives (a.k.a. “The Pill”) at local pharmacies.
The cheapest we found? A generic pill from Wal-Mart or Schnucks can cost as little as $9.
And the most expensive? Brand-name Loestrin 24 Fe was $79.99 at Walgreens. We [...]
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