May 30, 2008
Pilot program to offer free health care to illegal immigrants
Massachusetts is initiating a pilot program which will provide free health insurance to 50 frequent users of the state's Safety Net Pool. If the program is effective it may be expanded statewide.
You can read the article at the Metro West Daily News. Steer clear of the comment section if you wish to avoid vitriol this morning.
EXTRA: The Seattle Times is reporting that more treatment isn't always better treatment:
When it comes to hospital health care, more isn't necessarily better, says a Consumer Reports analysis of care given at hospitals around the country.
Posted by Staff at 08:30 AM
Category: Health Care; Health Disparities; immigrants; insurance