Texas Medicaid debate centers on politics and ideology
The Texas debate over expanding Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act centers on ideology and state sovereignty. Gov. Rick Perry rejects expanded funding, arguing federal control harms state priorities, while state officials warn of budget gaps and rising uninsured rates.
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Texas Health and Human Services
Tom Suehs
Suehs
Rick Perry
Washington
Perry
Kathleen Sebelius
U.S. Health and Human Services
Texas House
Barack Obama
Catherine Frazier
Health briefs and volunteer training notices
Health brief submissions should be emailed to oalife oapa com with a 5 pm Tuesday deadline for the following Monday edition. Medical Center Hospital Volunteer Services schedules a training session today from 5 to 7 pm at Lincoln Towers Small Dining Room to recruit volunteers for MCH Auxiliary Friendship Home and other teams. registration line is 640 2249. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society announces Bike MS Cactus & Crude Ride 2012, presented by Apache Corporation, across Midland to Post, 150 miles, starting 8:30 am Saturday from Midland Schauerber Sports Complex to Odessa via Highway 191 access road. Registration is $30 with a $250 fundraising pledge. Funds support MS research and related services.
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Oalife
Oapa.com
Sclerosis Society
Apache Corporation
Midland
Midland Schauerber Sports Complex
Odessa
Highway 19
Langston
Medical Center Hospital
Diabetes Support Group
Redeemer Lutheran Fellowship Hall
East 18Th
Church
MCH Center For Health and Wellness
Highway 191
Barry Morris
Paula Waldrop
Health briefs offer diverse Midland support groups
Midland area health brief lists Ostomy West Texas meeting at 2:30 p.m. August 19 at Midland Memorial West Campus with refreshments. Several support groups follow at La Hacienda including Food Addicts Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous with schedules and contact numbers. Also notes Hospice, grief, domestic violence, sexual assault groups, stroke and caregiver programs with locations and times.
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Midland
the Ostomy Association of
West Texas
Midland Memorial Hospital
West Campus
Ostomy.org
Mous
la Hacienda
B & J Plaza
N. Midkiff Road
Call
la Hacienda B & J Plaza
N. Midkiff
Crisis Center
Women of Purpose
Sun exposure risks for eyes and protective steps
Experts warn that UV radiation can damage eyes beyond sunburn. Photokeratitis causes pain, red eyes, light sensitivity, and tearing but is usually temporary. long term exposure increases risks of cataracts, macular degeneration, and retina damage. The AO A advises sunglasses blocking 99–100 percent UV and 75–90 percent visible light, protective contact lenses, and yearly eye exams.
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American Optometric Association
AOA
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Olence
Odessacrisiscenter.com
Midland Hospice
Midland Inspiration Center
Andrews Highway
Caitlin
Midland Area Support Group
Health South Rehab
Heritage Blvd
DEPAM
Aoa.org
Eastridge Rd
W. University
Walmart
Jbs Parkway
West Loop
Center For Health & Wellness
East Highway 191
MCH
North Golder
Ronald McDonald
Care
Vite Rn
Maceo
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