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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news from Medicare, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 467 stories have been published about Medicare which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.Stay current with all the latest and breaking news from Medicare, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 467 stories have been published about Medicare which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.
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Europe · GenevaExperts say the striking differences between the outbreaks in Africa and in developed countries will complicate any coordinated response. African officials say they are already treating the continent's epidemic as an emergency. Experts elsewhere say the mild version of monkeypox in Europe, North America and beyond makes an emergency declaration unnecessary even if the virus can't be stopped.See the Story
WHO again considers declaring monkeypox a global emergency
62% Center coverage: 65 sources
Diabetes · AtlantaThe cost of insulin for patients on Medicare will be capped at $35 a month. An estimated 2 million people across the country pay an average of $572 annually out-of-pocket for insulin. The issue of insulin pricing is more pronounced in the U.S. than in other nations.See the Story
Insulin cap for Medicare patients signals hope for others
63% Center coverage: 16 sources
US & CanadaThere are more than 3,000 Medicare Advantage plans, over 700 Part D Prescription Plans available. Understanding Medicare can protect your health and finances in the years to come. Review your plan annually, even if you like it, because plan details are subject to change every year. Check to make sure your favorite health care providers are in its network.See the Story
7 Tips for Finding a Medicare Plan That Works for You
75% Center coverage: 4 sources
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Rick Scott · WashingtonSen. Rick Scott was asked about his advice to voters to pick candidates they would hire in Senate races. Host Margaret Brennan alleged that Georgia's Walker had lied about how many children he had, his business dealings, and had been accused of domestic violence threats with a gun by an ex-wife. Scott said that voters decided who they want to run.See the Story
Rick Scott says it will be tough for Republicans to take Senate in 2022
43% Left coverage: 7 sources
Joe BidenMedicare recipients do not need to make any changes to receive the new benefits. Changes to Medicare also include a price cap on insulin costs and making certain vaccines free.Beginning in 2026 the government will begin negotiating drug price points for certain drugs covered by Medicare, which the Better Medicare Alliance says will save taxpayer dollars.See the Story
Overhaul coming for U.S. Medicare system
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
US & Canada · WashingtonPresident Joe Biden criticized Republicans and House GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy's proposed midterm agenda. Biden's speech is part of a broader, ramped up effort by the President and the Democratic Party to capitalize on recent political wins. The President's remarks came within hours of McCarthy's event in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, where he unveiled the "Commitment to America"See the Story
Biden hits back at GOP agenda rollout
67% Left coverage: 3 sources
MedicareLow-income seniors were seven times more likely to visit a food pantry in the year after becoming eligible for Medicare. Medicare eligibility may increase an individual's amount of time available to access transportation and to make the visits. Food insecurity is a $700 million annual problem for the United States in terms of health care costs.See the Story
Medicare eligibility may increase food pantry visits, improve food security among seniors
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
Medicare · CaliforniaPeople with Medicare, Medicaid, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage, private insurance coverage, or no health coverage can get COVID-19 vaccines, including the updated Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the updated vaccines that target the original CO VID-19 viral strain and two Omicron variants.See the Story
Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Providing Protection Against Omicron Variant Available at No Cost | The Hemet & San Jacinto Chronicle
Medicare · AthensToni King: What is the difference between a Medicare Supplement and a Medicare Advantage PPO plan? A Medicare Supplement pays for Medicare out-of-pocket costs that Medicare Parts A and B will not pay. A Medicare Advantage Plan must provide all your Part A and Part B benefits. Some Medicare Advantage Plans also include Part D prescription drug coverage.See the Story
TONI SAYS: Are Medicare supplements and Medicare Advantage plans the same? … Counting down to Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period beginning Oct. 15
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Medicare · MinnesotaAn investment adviser should also be able to help with things like Medicare and long-term care planning.See the Story
Here's 4 noninvestment questions to ask your adviser about retirement
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Medicare · Charlton CountyThere are more than 3,000 Medicare Advantage plans, over 700 Part D Prescription Plans available. Understanding Medicare can protect your health and finances in the years to come. Review your plan annually, even if you like it, because plan details are subject to change every year. Check to make sure your favorite health care providers are in its network.See the Story
