Premium hikes expected under Obama health law
Insurers plan significant premium increases for 2017 across states, signaling higher costs for consumers ahead of conventions. Virginia shows initial requests from nine insurers with average increases from 9.4 to 37.1 percent. Nationwide over 12 million enroll in exchanges plus others buying outside the system, as markets seek stability amid ongoing health law challenges.
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Apple unveils CareKit driven health apps for patients
Apple releases CareKit tools for health groups to build patient focused apps. Apps in store cover diabetes mood management and pregnancy while major institutions work on Parkinson’s and post operative care.
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U.S. Economy Starts Election Year With Slow Growth
The Commerce Department reports GDP rose only 0.5 percent in January to March, the slowest pace in two years, as consumer and business caution linger. Job gains continue, but a weak start to the year raises questions about the Obama economy and the 2016 campaign.
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