11/30/2008 News For: Badger HealthHealth Highlights: Nov. 30, 2008 Here are some of the latest health and medical news developments, compiled by editors of HealthDay: Mass. Health Care Reform Reveals Doctor Shortage Health care reform in Massachusetts has led to a dramatic increase in the number of people with health insurance. But there's an unintended consequence. A sudden demand for primary care doctors has outpaced the supply. Keeping Health Coverage After a Job Loss QMy company has been laying off people, and I'm worried I may lose my job soon. If that happens, what will I be able to do about my health insurance? Durango to add domestic partner health benefits The city of Durango plans to extend health insurance benefits to domestic partners of its employees starting next year. U.S. health care 'fraught with waste,' experts say WASHINGTON ? Talk to the chief executives of America's pre-eminent health-care institutions, and you might be surprised by what you hear: When it comes to medical care, the United States isn't getting its money's worth. Not even close. Zimbabwe's health minister warns cholera still spreading HARARE: Zimbabwe's health minister insisted on Sunday that the country's crumbling medical system was taking all necessary measures to combat a cholera epidemic, even as more than 1,000 new cases were reported. Now what? Things to know if you're switching health care systems It's health insurance re-enrollment time, and many Ozarkers who are changing health plans may have to find new physicians, specialists and a different hospital. Taking the First Steps toward Better Health - Taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle can seem overwhelming. The American Medical Association AMA suggests that one way to start might be with small changes that can lead to big health benefits. Bulgaria Medical Association to Notify EP about Health Care Problems On December 15, 50 Bulgarian physicians, members of the Bulgarian Medical Association BLS are going to submit to the European Parliament EP information about the country's numerous health care problems, the Association's Chair Doctor Andrey Kehayov announced on Sunday. Innovis drops health plan FARGO - Innovis Health in Fargo is notifying 1,500 patients that it will no longer honor Medicare Advantage health insurance plans as of April 1. |

