Catch up on the week’s health news.
Emily Schabacker
Emily Schabacker is health care reporter for Cardinal News. She can be reached at emily@cardinalnews.org or 406-690-0456.
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From artificial intelligence to zoos, here’s what happened to some of the key bills in Richmond
Here’s the status of some of the main pieces of legislation.
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Budget bill could cap Medicaid payments for adult dental services
Dentists warn that a $2,000 annual limit would halt treatment plans and worsen access to care in a region already short on providers.
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The Pulse: Study warns HIV infections could surge if Ryan White Funding lapses; mobile food pantries gear up for spring
Catch up on the week’s health news.
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The Pulse: UVa research highlights importance of mRNA vaccine work, Virginia joins multistate health coalition
Catch up on the week’s health news.
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Centra announces April closure of Bedford Hospice House
The house has served 274 patients since 2017. The board of its nonprofit fundraising arm hopes that another provider will consider a partnership that would allow services to continue in the future.
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The Pulse: Virginia expands maternal mental health and cervical cancer screening efforts
New initiatives aim to improve access to women’s health services, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
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Where bills stand at the midpoint of the General Assembly
Here’s the status of some key legislation, from animal welfare to taxes.
Posted inHealthcare
Budget amendments would direct millions to Virginia free clinics as demand for their services surges
Free clinics have reported a significant increase in demand over the last few years. Two legislators are proposing that the state provide more funding.
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The Pulse: Dental clinic expansion, transplant support and virus research
Community fundraising boosts dental access, a new nonprofit backs transplant patients and Virginia Tech studies emerging mosquito-borne threats.