Nov 30th, 2008 · Health care reform in Massachusetts has led to a dramatic increase in the number of people with health insurance. But there's an unintended consequence. A sudden demand for primary care doctors has outpaced the supply.
Nov 26th, 2008 · This week we look at the state of the social safety net in the United States. Given the forecast of a prolonged economic downturn, the country will have to rethink social services such as unemployment insurance, healthcare, and retirement. Michael Flood, Executive Director of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, discusses the state of the food bank system.
Nov 25th, 2008 · This week we look at the state of the social safety net in the United States. Given the forecast of a prolonged economic downturn, the country will have to rethink social services such as unemployment insurance, healthcare, and retirement. Jeff Zinsemeyer from the Doorways to Dreams program, shares his thoughts.
Nov 24th, 2008 · Given the forecast of a prolonged economic downturn, the country will have to rethink social services such as unemployment insurance and welfare. Princeton economist Alan Blinder offers suggestions on how to rework the social safety net.
Nov 24th, 2008 · It's a common story: You lose your job, and your health insurance goes with it. But it doesn't always have to be this way. An expert offers several alternatives to prevent your medical bills from adding to your stress.
Nov 19th, 2008 · Many U.S. farmers struggle to meet their health care costs. A recent survey by the nonprofit Access Project says farmers pay twice as much as nonfarmers for insurance and out-of-pocket expenses. As small business owners, they have few options and often buy insurance as individuals.
Nov 12th, 2008 · Everyone is angling for their piece of the $700 billion bailout pie; insurance giant AIG, American Express and now the auto industry are asking for large chunks of money. With so many different companies asking for help, it is difficult to keep track of where the money is going. The CEO of Clusterstock.com discusses what conditions companies have to meet to qualify for help.
Nov 11th, 2008 · Insurance giant AIG is poised to get a revamped relief package worth $150 billion. That includes funds drawn from the government's $700 billion bailout plan. Previously, the Treasury Department had said the money was reserved for financial companies. Now the Big Three automakers are knocking at the door.