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HHS Announces Comprehensive Plan to Reduce Health Disparities

Fri, 04/08/2011 - 11:37

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, April 5, 2011

For Friday, April 8, 2011

Contact: OASH Press Office
(202) 205-0143
ashmedia@hhs.gov

HHS Announces Comprehensive Plan to Reduce Health Disparities

Washington, DC—The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Friday, April 8, will unveil
its road map for eliminating health and health care disparities, the most comprehensive federal effort to
address differences in health for racial, ethnic and other underserved communities.


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On One-Year Anniversary of Affordable Care Act, AAPIs Have Greater Freedom and Control over Their Health Care Choices

Wed, 03/23/2011 - 09:15

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:                         
WEDNESDAY, MAR. 23, 2011               
CONTACT: Toby Chaudhuri                
978-884-8626 or toby.chaudhuri@ed.gov


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Share Your Health Care Story! How Has Health Reform Benefited You or Your Family?

Thu, 03/03/2011 - 10:03

Share Your Health Care Story! How Has Health Reform Benefited You or Your Family?

 

We would like to highlight the experiences of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders across the country who have benefited from the Affordable Care Act through stories and photos. How has this law helped you or your family?

Examples can include:


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TAKE ACTION TODAY: Health Care for Asian American Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) is at Risk

Wed, 01/19/2011 - 10:27

We have an urgent request. Health care reform for AAPIs is at risk. We can't let the new leadership in Congress return us to the days when insurance companies were free to do whatever they want with no accountability, such as denying coverage to children with asthma and other pre-existing conditions, or doubling premiums, and imposing higher costs on families and small businesses.
 A House vote to repeal health care reform is scheduled for TODAY, Wednesday, January 19th.


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Bloodshed in Arizona turns spotlight on political landscape of anger and hate

Mon, 01/10/2011 - 16:14

From the Restore Fairness blog-


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House Party in Glendale, CA - Moving on Electoral Campaigns

Thu, 05/13/2010 - 14:00

There were 12 participants at this lively house party, including APAP board members, students, business and community leaders. Following the call, participants discussed issues of concern and three key issues rose to the top: Immigration, healthcare and education, particularly the funding of schools.

 


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SAFRA: What's in it for Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders?

Mon, 04/05/2010 - 08:29

Did you hear? President Obama signed SAFRA (Student Aid and Fiscal Responsibility Act) into law last week, and Greg Cendana (APAP Board member/President of USSA) was on the front lines making it happen. That's him with USSA Communications Director, Jake Stillwell (pictured above, left) and Congressman George Miller (pictured above, right).


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Tonight on HBO - Ted Kennedy fights for immigration rights up until his death

Wed, 03/24/2010 - 15:00

Tune in tonight to HBO2 at 8pm EST for "The Senators’ Bargain".


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House passes historic health bill

Mon, 03/22/2010 - 06:14

On March 21, 2010, the House made a historic event with the passage of H.R. 4872, Health Care and Education Affordability Reconciliation Act of 2010.  After more than a year of fierce debate, President Obama has won a major legislative victory.

The Senate healthcare bill passed the House in 219-212 vote. An overwhelming majority of Democratic House members voted in support of the bill. However, thirty-four Democrats voted nay, and, as expected, all Republicans voted against the bill.


Howard Dean speaks out against Senate healthcare bill

Wed, 12/16/2009 - 12:38
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Governor Howard Dean came out against the Senate healthcare bill yesterday, calling it an insurance giveaway. He seems to be the only person willing to stand up to Joe Lieberman. In short, Dean says, when asked if Democrats should support this bill: "No, absolutely not. You can't vote for a bill like this in good conscience. It costs too much money. It isn't health care reform. It's not even insurance reform." Check out the complete video as he talks about reconciliation and how the Democrats can move forward.


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