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Jul 05, 2023

Thousands Of Residents In The D.C. Region Are Losing Medicaid Coverage

Many who enjoyed uninterrupted coverage due to COVID emergency provisions are finding that their coverage has expired. Here’s what to do if you’re affected.

Apr 04, 2023

Mary’s Center Faces Unprecedented Layoffs, Cutting 6% Of Staff

As pandemic-era relief winds down, the health center’s CEO says its financial outlook necessitated staff reductions. Staff say the layoffs have been a hit to morale after brutal years of pandemic response.

Oct 14, 2022

Michelle LaRue Believes The Right To Good Health Should Not Depend On A Person’s Income

This doctor turned public health professional manages a 50-person team at CASA Maryland, fighting for health care access in the D.C. region.

Feb 17, 2022

D.C. Breaks Ground And Names New Ward 8 Hospital After Frederick Douglass’ Estate

The hospital, which is slated to open in December of 2024, is D.C.’s second public project to be named after Frederick Douglass.

Feb 16, 2022

Direct Care Work Is One Of The Lowest Paying Jobs. These D.C. Groups Are Trying To Change That

Increasing the hourly wage to $22 would address the labor shortage, advocates say.

Oct 06, 2021

Home Health Aides In D.C. Struggle To Afford Training And Make Ends Meet

“We do a lot of work, and we’re not recognized for it.”

Oct 01, 2021

George Washington University Will Provide Health Services For The New Hospital At St. Elizabeths East

GW’s school of Medicine and Health Science and GW Medical Faculty Associates will be providing a range of services at the hospital coming to St. Elizabeths East.

Sep 29, 2021

Here Are All The New Laws Taking Effect In Maryland On Friday

Laws to reform police, improve workplace conditions, and establish implicit bias training for health professionals are coming to Maryland.

Aug 16, 2021

D.C. Is Requiring Health Care Workers To Get Vaccinated

Any health care worker who works in D.C. will be required to get at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine by Sept. 30.

Jun 08, 2021

Long-Awaited New Hospital Opens In Prince George’s County

County officials hope the new hospital will change the health care landscape for residents — and prompt further economic development.

 
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