Why NOT to buy a short-term insurance plan
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By: health
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October 29, 2018
There’s been a lot of talk about the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA, also sometimes called Obamacare). The fact is that the ACA is still in effect and that open enrollment is November 1st to December 15th this year (unless you’re in one of these 13 states with their own open enrollment periods […]
Your guide to the midterm elections
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By: health
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September 26, 2018
The midterm election is right around the corner—Tuesday, November 6th to be exact. Meh, you say? Well, elections are decided by those who show up! So if you want to have your say, we’ve got your back and a lot of resources to help you exercise your rights. What’s at stake? A lot when it […]
What is the domestic gag rule and why should you care?
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By: health
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July 24, 2018
While a gag rule may sound like a fun, slightly kinky adult game, it’s actually not fun at all and it’s definitely not a game. So here’s the story. A couple of months ago, the Trump administration proposed major changes to the Title X Family Planning Program. You may have heard these proposed changes being […]
#HandsOffMyBC: What you need to know about the new birth control rules
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By: health
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October 24, 2017
UPDATE: On December 15th, a federal court temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s birth control rules from going into effect. So for now no co-pay coverage of the full range of birth control methods is still required for most plans. We don’t know how long this will be the case, but continue enjoying those sweet $0 […]
Town halls and phone calls: Join the fight to protect birth control access
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By: health
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July 17, 2017
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]
But really, should you get an IUD right now?
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By: health
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March 1, 2017
“We have 5 more IUDs on the schedule today.” This has become a familiar refrain from the staff in my office over the last few months. I’m a gynecologist who primarily provides family planning services, but this scene is playing out in doctors’ offices around the country—and not just for those of us who focus […]
Thinking about an IUD or an implant? Go for it
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By: health
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November 11, 2016
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]
A guide to birth control when you’re in the military
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By: health
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November 8, 2016
If you are an active-duty member of the U.S. military, here’s some great news: you have access to a wide range of birth control methods covered under your TRICARE plan . The less great news: not all methods are offered at every military treatment facility (MTF), especially during deployment. What birth control methods are covered […]
Know your rights: Anti-discrimination protections in the ACA
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By: health
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August 22, 2016
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]
Health insurance perks, from A to Z
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By: health
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June 23, 2016
UPDATE: President Biden has opened the enrollment period for the Affordable Care Act health insurance plans for 2022. You can now enroll in one of these plans until January 15, 2022, at healthcare.gov . Some states have their own open enrollment periods and websites for signing up. Check to see if your state does . […]