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Issue Brief: Health Reform: What’s in it for immigrants?

Posted August 16, 2010 by arianne

Immigrants face many barriers in getting health insurance. They are less likely to work for employers that offer insur-ance, are not eligible for many public programs, and often have language barriers. Many have only the fragmented safety-net system of clinics and hospitals to turn to for health care. The new law is meant to bring […]

Issue brief: What Health Reform Means for Kids

Posted August 7, 2010 by Amanda

Through a combination of Medicaid and our Child Health Plus program, all kids in New York should have access to affordable care regardless of income or their parent’s job situation. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) takes this coverage a step further by adding more cost and coverage protections for kids. To learn […]

Issue Brief: What Health Care Reform Means for Women

Posted August 6, 2010 by Amanda

Women tend to have greater health needs and fewer financial resources than men, which makes them more sensitive to systemic changes in the health care system. The new health law makes several systemic changes to make health care more affordable and secure for millions of women. But, it also brings new and continued restrictions on […]

Issue Brief: What Health Reform Means for Seniors

Posted July 7, 2010 by Amanda

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (PPACA) goes far to improve health care for seniors and retired persons. This includes both lowering the cost of care, making it easier for early retirees to keep their health insurance, and strengthening the Medicare system. To read more, read the full brief attached: