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The Pulse: Mississippians rally for full Medicaid expansion
Rev. Reginald Buckley joined hundreds of doctors, clergy, and Mississippians from over 35 communities at the Capitol in Jackson for a “Full Expansion Day” rally, urging legislators to expand Medicaid coverage under the federal Affordable Care Act on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
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Medicaid expansion: What are its chances in 2025?
A work requirement is more likely to be approved by the federal government this year than last, since President-elect Donald Trump will be in office and approved work requirements in his last term.
Bolivar County workshop empowers expecting parents
At the Bolivar County Library in Cleveland, expecting parents gathered in December for a hands-on workshop to prepare for labor and delivery.
Health department’s budget request prioritizes training doctors, increasing health insurance coverage
The agency tasked with overseeing public health in the state is asking for $4.8 million in additional state funding.
‘Bringing mental health into the spaces where moms already are’: UMMC program takes off
CHAMP4Moms offers a direct phone line that health providers can call if they are caring for a pregnant woman or new mother they believe may have unaddressed mental health issues.
Hope and recovery: Personal journeys amid Mississippi’s opioid crisis
As Mississippi grapples with the opioid epidemic, individuals and local organizations are leading efforts to fight addiction using personal experiences and acts of compassion to guide others toward recovery.
Top lawmaker to propose changes to certificate of need law
Lawmakers want to make it easier for medical facilities to add in-demand health care services.
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