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Peggy Noonan vs. the New England Journal of Medicine

Let’s put to rest, once and for all, the idea--- or rather, the notion (it’s not even an idea, just a vague impression, based on hearsay) -- that the health reform legislation now under discussion includes no plans for containing... Read More...

Published Sat, Mar 06 2010 6:33 PM by Health Beat
Hospital Breaks New Ground In Luxury

Below, an excerpt from yesterday’s Philadelphia Inquirer (March 3, 2010) I’m not writing a post about this story because the piece speaks for itself. It reveals much about this nation’s healthcare priorities. Also, beware of for-profit“Wellness” programs...

Published Fri, Mar 05 2010 12:19 PM by Health Beat
Will Reform Pass? Don’t Believe Everything That You Read

I remain all but certain that comprehensive healthcare reform legislation will pass this spring. The New York Times isn’t sure, but Nancy Pelosi is. My money is on Pelosi. “Every legislative vote is a heavy lift around here,” she told... Read More...

Published Thu, Mar 04 2010 3:41 PM by Health Beat
Twittering

Some readers have suggested that I "Twitter.' So I'm trying it. Under "maggiemahar." First Twitters were from the blog. Now I'm branching out. Advice welcomed. Read More...

Published Wed, Mar 03 2010 3:15 PM by Health Beat
President Obama’s Speech—A Different Tone

This afternoon, President Obama spoke with the confidence and determination of a leader who knows that he is right—and that he has won. He is no longer pleading for bi-partisan co-operation. His final proposal includes all Republican suggestions that...

Published Wed, Mar 03 2010 1:35 PM by Health Beat
Obama’s Letter to Congressional Leaders: We’re Almost There

Today, President Obama sent a letter to Congressional leaders, offering to incorporate more Republican ideas in health care legislation. Don’t panic: Of the four ideas, two are excellent, one was almost certain to happen anyway, and one simply funds pilot...

Published Tue, Mar 02 2010 2:11 PM by Health Beat

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Will Reform Pass? Don’t Believe Everything That You Read

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President Obama’s Speech—A Different Tone

Obama’s Letter to Congressional Leaders: We’re Almost There