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The thorn that fell the lion: the PPACA's downfall

How the U.S. compares in health care

See how the U.S. rates on key health indicators compared with other nations.

Quebec doctors lead charge for private health care

A brief look at a private clinic in Quebec and the whole national issue of private and public healthcare which the President of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) will most likely bring up in an upcoming conference.

Govt firm on health insurance plan

Plibersek stares down Greens over Medicare levy increase. 9 Feb 2012 11:18 AM

Govt won't budge on health insurance plan

Federal Health Minister Tania Plibersek won't horse-trade with Greens on plans to means test the private health insurance rebate.

MN employers embrace private health insurance exchange to manage costs

As the state of Minnesota ramps up its efforts to design a public health insurance exchange by 2013, the private version of that concept is gaining traction among Minnesota employers who are seeking ways to manage rising costs of healthcare. Minnesota-based insurance provider Medica announced Wednesday as of the beginning of the year, 22 Minnesota employers [...]

Dental funds could win over Greens on PHI

The Greens could ditch their opposition to a key aspect of Labor's private health insurance reforms if the government stumps up $1 billion for dental care.

MSU to require health care for students

Michigan State University is now requiring all freshman to have health insurance or pay to join a plan through the school. It is the first public university to mandate coverage, but a Mid-Michigan private university took that step a few years ago.