Sunday, December 28, 2008

Serious question about parents and the health of their child. All may answer

Serious question about parents and the health of their child. All may answer.?
Where do you think the line should be drawn for parents being allowed to make health choices for their children? At what age, and under what circumstances should the government be allowed to step in? At what age, and under what circumstances should the a doctor be allowed to step in? At what age should the child be able to decide for themselves? Should medical or government interventions be allowed if the person is legally an adult? This question is an R&S question because religion (or the lack of one) often plays a part in a parent's choice about whether to get and/or follow medical advice. Many parents choose to leave it in god/nature's hands and just pray/wait. Certain religions or even strong non-religious beliefs dissuade parents from allowing their children to get blood transfusions, inoculations, and/or certain medicines and procedures. Many medicines and especially inoculations come from animal sources requiring animal experimentation at the least, and often the death or use of an animal. Often there is a justifiable fear of risk from the treatment itself, and sometimes there is not. Personally, I think that life itself is a risk, and that choices and variations sometimes pay off, and often do not. Parents should be given the choice to receive AND refuse treatment for their children, and we will all learn from the outcome. Please read the question before answering. Yes, I have ALSO posted this in the parenting section. I am a non-Abrahamic Theist.
Religion & Spirituality - 9 Answers

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...Wrong section. Ask in the Parenting section please.
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Where do you think the line should be drawn for parents being allowed to make health choices for their children? Until they reach the age of majority, parents should make general health choices for their children. At what age, and under what circumstances should the government be allowed to step in? At any age, the government has the responsibility to step in and override the parents' decision if that decision reasonably threatens the child's life. At what age, and under what circumstances should the a doctor be allowed to step in? Doctors should provide their opinions of the child's health status and prognosis given the treatment options to both the parents and the government. At what age should the child be able to decide for themselves? At the age of majority, the child should be able to decide for themselves. Should medical or government interventions be allowed if the person is legally an adult? No.
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. I believe that the parent/guardian has the absolute right to enforce his/her will on every child living under his/her control, until that child reaches the age of majority. .
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I personally think that all parents should be required by law to contact a medical professional or hospital in the event that their child falls gravely ill or receives serious injury. Because simply standing by and waiting for prayers to work is criminal negligence IMHO.
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I think it's up to the parents until the parents show they are irresponsible. Such as sitting and just praying when they know there are treatments out there. They can't use their religion as an excuse because even Jesus stated you go to a dr when you're sick. I can understand the anxiety of parents, I'ma parent myself... But I also know that doing nothing will definitely kill your child.... especially for things like Diabetes, asthma, etc... If it were some strange disease that the meds were merely experimental, then I could see NOT doing treatments. But for most illness' out there, we have treatments that are safe enough to go thru. Some people, though, view going to a dr as a sign that their faith is weak.... and for some strange reason they would let everyone they love die, than to have an outsider think their faith is weak. To me, that is weak... it's pathetic.... and that lone shows they aren't responsible enough to have children.
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1) At term. The well-being of the pregnant mother and the fetus is the responsibility of the government and health care workers, should the mother neglect to take care of herself and/or the baby. 2) " " 3) 18 4) No, unless the adult is mentally handicapped or diseased (dependent). Superstition and rumor should not pose a threat to the health of a minor. If this is the case, it is the responsibility of the government to intervene. We cannot allow another child to die the way that Madeline Neumann did.
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The doctor should have the right to treat a child if the child's life is in danger despite what the parents want. Parents have the right to feed whatever they want to their children but since there is a childhood obesity epidemic in the US i think the government has the right to regulate what they are serving in school and what kind of foods are served at fast food establishments that target kids (the mcdonlads happy meal for example). Just because the parents have the right to feed what they want to their kids doesn't mean they are going to teach their kids how to eat right. Therefore its up to the public schools to teach about nutrition. And since public schools are run by the government, its the government who is making those choices about what to feed and teach the kids. Parents should also have a say but not if they just want to keep their kids ignorant and feed them fries and candy every day.
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Apart from feeling that once a child has reached the age of majority and become an adult, it's totally their choice and not their parents', I'm not sure age comes into it. I think it's a massively difficult question but my starting point would be that the medics/government should be legally entitled to intervene ONLY if the child's life is in imminent danger, and a medical intervention that the parents are refusing would not merely prolong life by a few weeks or months but would be expected to result in long-term survival with a good quality of life. Every medical intervention carries some risks - immunisation, blood transfusion, pharmaceuticals, anaesthesia - and to pretend that there is a simple notion of what is 'right' or 'safe' is to be completely blind to reality. I am very unconvinced that some of the pharmaceutical interventions that are now routinely dealt out will be seen as sensible in 30 years time. The parent who refuses something now may simply be in the vanguard of a much bigger movement which is eventually proved right. So in general, I'd say that parents should be permitted to make those decision, in consultation with the child if they deem them able to offer an opinion, and intervention from outside should happen only as I've outlined above. I don't think it's simple to define that situation and we could take up many pages trying to define exactly when we think it would be OK, but I don't think I'm likely to go away from the basic principles I've suggested. But I reiterate that I think it's very difficult and complex and I'm open to having my mind changed by good argument.
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I think that children should have the legal right to make their own medical decisions within reason by the time they reach 15. They should at the very least get to have shared responsibility with the parents. Until that time, it is the parent or guardian's responsibility to make responsible health choices for the child, unless they are shown to be negligent and put the child's health at risk, in which case the state will have to step in.

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Wednesday, December 24, 2008

How do you feel about Bush's promise to Veto Low/No cost health for children

How do you feel about Bush's promise to Veto Low/No cost health for children?
At issue is 6.6 million children who will no longer have any health coverage after Sept 30th if nothing is done... But Bush has promised a veto, saying the measure is too costly, unacceptably raises taxes Democrat's claim the money would come from adding $35 billion over five years to the program, adding 4 million people to the 6.6 million already participating. It would be financed by raising the federal cigarette tax by 61 cents to $1 per pack. and not raising income taxes as bush claims... so what do you think? is adding a higher cigarette to pay for kids health care out of line and deserving of a Veto? or should we be doing anything it takes to get a handle on this countries health care problem? you can read the story in full here http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070922/ap_on_go_pr_wh/bush;_ylt=AtcN86BTfsxJOaxT_U0pmzys0NUE
Parenting - 10 Answers
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Idk but i dont like bush so maybe
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Here in California children from low income families receive free medi-cal. If they don't meet the income requirements but are still low income then there is healthy families, and they pay less than $10 a month. Pregnant women can receive free prenatal care too. I am not low income and have to pay privately for my health insurance and my child's. It's expensive but I knew that before I chose to get pregnant, so I would never complain.
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This is the same idiot who is pro life?
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I think that it yet another decision made in error by a president whose legacy is defined by a long series of errors.
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I feel bloody glad that I don't live in America. I think the health care system you have over there is an absolute debacle, and I cannot for the life of me understand why Bush thinks it's fine to throw billions away on a war that they're never going to win, while he lets his own people starve from poverty, and die from lack of access to proper health care. It just astounds me.
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THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS NO COST ANYTHING! especially insurance. If the users (patients) do not pay for it, THE REST OF US (those who work for a living that is) PAY and pay and pay and pay and pay and pay........ It will NOT be financed by a cigarette tax hike, it will come out of YOUR pocket. Higher taxes to pay for 'human services' is only socialism under another name.
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well, I really don't like Bush or his politics...but in this case I don't think renewing the children's' low cost/no cost health care program is really going to solve the big problem. There are SO many uninsured Americans (adults as well as children) I think money, and time could be better spent passing a universal health care program in this country. Insurance premiums are ridiculous and the cost of medical treatment (without insurance) is appalling! My husband makes too much money to qualify for any assistance programs and we are shelling out $600 a month for medical insurance for ourselves and our son, which works out to 27% of my husband's net pay! To top it all off, we still have a 20% coinsurance any time we actually need medical care!! In my opinion, it's time to do away with private insurance all together!! I would much rather each working American contribute (through taxes) to a medical program we ALL benefit from as opposed to our current situation where working Americans contribute to a medical program the unemployed and low income benefit from while those who are paying into the program (through taxes) are STILL having to pay out for their own premiums as well!!
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I think we should raise cig. prices to pay for kids health insurance.
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I think Bush is an idoit and as a country we were foolish to reelect him.Thank god he doesn't have that much longer in office. Its tragic that people but children especially arn't able to go to teh doctor when they are sick b/c they lack insurance. Of course though bush is only looking out for the wealthy and big business company and what bigger businesses is there than tobbaco.
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I think it's time that people get responsible and pay for their own health care. How do you think people that do pay insurance feel that others are getting a free ride. I think they need to leave the cigarette prices where they are. if they think people are going to continue paying ridiculous prices for cigs. then they are mistaken. They will lose out on more money in the long run, and they will regret doing it. Who do you think is paying for the health care for 6.6 million people. Everyone who is already paying for their own.

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Saturday, December 20, 2008

My wife's doctor wants to hospitalize her for mental health but we have 3 kids and I cant afford child care

My wife's doctor wants to hospitalize her for mental health but we have 3 kids and I cant afford child care?

Parenting - 7 Answers

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find a way, neighbors to help , or a local church. I hate to say this BUT if she doesnt get help, your kids could be in danger, remember andrea yates ?
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You need to find a way to do this. Call in support from all family and all friends. If you go to church, ask them for help too. The health and well being of your wife is in jeopardy here and maybe your children. Following your doctors advise is what is best for everyone in your family. You do not say how old your children are but do they have friends whose families would help out? If one of my children's friends families asked if they could come and stay for something so important I would be more than willing to do so.
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You need to take care of your wife's mental health if you want to ensure that your kids grow up in a healthy environment. Talk to your children's teachers, neighbors, church, everyone you can think of to get help during this. Good luck.
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Im sorry my first thought was also Andrea Yates. They wouldnt want to hospitalize her unless she was a danger to herself or others. Call in sick for a day or two until you have a better idea what is going on. You really have to get your wife the help she needs!
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There is a family leave law that applies to some larger employers, that say a person can have a certain amount of time off to care for their family. Check that out with your employer first. If that doesn't apply to your employer, do you have parents or parents-in-law or other relatives who could help? Perhaps you could move closer to family who could help you. Also, there are some social services that will help with child care. Maybe you could contact the social services in your county or state or city. They could at least point you in the right direction. If you can get your wife help, it would be best to do so.
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Maybe your wife would be free from mental health problems if she had had a break before! Seems like she was always on duty for lack of childcare or other help. You may have to stop working to look after your children, they are your responsibility too.
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Well if your wife is ill how will she be taking care of the kids?? Your question doesn't really make sense. It sounds as if you are saying you would rather let your wife continue to be sick and have to take care of kids when she's not up to it than to have to ask for help. I hope that's not what you mean.

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Tuesday, December 16, 2008

is step parent held liable for health coverage on step child

is step parent held liable for health coverage on step child?

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no. unless they are covered under the step parents plan.
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Well, I don't know what you're really asking. Health COVERAGE means, INSURANCE. If you mean, is a step parent required to provide health insurance for a step child, the answer is no. If you mean, the step child was added to the policy, and then taken off, and the health insurer wants to be reimbursed, if the step parent was the SUBSCRIBER, then yes, they can be held liable to the insurer for any of the costs of their claimed DEPENDENTS. You could mean maybe a half dozen other things . . . but those are the two most likely.

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Friday, December 12, 2008

Can a 3rd party sue for medical malpractice on behalf of someone else without power of attorney or health prox

Can a 3rd party sue for medical malpractice on behalf of someone else without power of attorney or health prox?
Parent A is in the hospital. Child A has health care proxy & power of attorney (in addition to being the executor of the will). Child B wants to sue the hospital for malpractice (possible case, though not airtight). Child A doesn't want to sue at all. Does Child B have any right to sue on behalf of Parent A (still living at this point)?
Law & Ethics - 1 Answers

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A child cannot sue, so no. And even if they were adults, they couldn't sue either.

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Monday, December 8, 2008

As od 9/23/10 can I know put my child uder 26 on my employer provided health insurance

As od 9/23/10 can I know put my child uder 26 on my employer provided health insurance?
I was told awhile back she had to be a full time collge student but she is part time. I have read that as of the 23rd parents can keep there kids under 26 on there plans can you add them if they are not already on the plan???
Insurance - 4 Answers
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You are correct that dependents can be on their parent's policy until they reach age 26 or until they get a job that offers health insurance benefits. Now as to your issue of when you can add her back on to your policy, if she was already removed from the policy it is going to depend on how your insurer chooses to implement the new requirement which takes effect 9/23/10. They may make you wait until the anniversary of your policy to add her. You will need to call the customer service number on the back of your ID card.
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~~Yes this reform takes place tomorrow so you may add her back on your policy. To have access to all the changes and when they take place here is the link. Many good changes start tomorrow, many very important ones can't take place until 2014.
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You have to wait until the next open enrollment period, if they've already been dropped off.
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Check with your insurer. That option is required effective with the first annual policy renewal AFTER 9/23/10 but some insurers have already implemented it. Student status is not required - however, they must be unmarried and not have their own employer coverage.

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Thursday, December 4, 2008

Should people who don't have health insurance be allowed to have children

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Why would you think that is child abuse? There is state aide for people who can't afford health insurance. Granted, there are some people who should not have kids, but not being able to afford insurance is not a reason.
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If you do not have health insurance for your child and cannot afford it, the states will provide medical coverage for children under the age of 18, so really there is no excuse to not take a child to a doctor.
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Sounds more like China or North Korea.
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no because they will be violating our right of freedom this is not JAPAN OR CHINA
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H3ll yes, they should be able to have children. They can get medical care once they have a child, its called Medicaid. Which I am quite sure it is available in every state. It may not be the best but it sure proves your theory wrong. You must be rich to ask such a question. If the people cannot afford health care what makes you think that they can afford birth control?
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And what could you do about it? Think it through...
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There are a lot of people who should not be allowed to have children.
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There are a lot of worse things in life than not having health insurance that can be counted as child abuse.
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So you don't think poor people should be allowed to have children? There is more to parenting than going to the doctor -- good parents will find a way to help their kids. There are plenty of neglectful wealthy parents with great health insurance.
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Sounds like you mean welfare....make it harder for those of us who do work hard and have to pay taxes. Seems like nothing will ever change anyway. No matter whos president. Good question.
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It is criminal for the government and people against health care for everyone..if that's the case then why not just shoot the ones having children or not ..then those that have high incomes can live in a paradise
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do the elderly people have the right to live if they dont have health insurance??of course they should have the right to have children. bring a child into the world is not a form of abuse. you sound like a real nut case.
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Good grief! There are people who are super rich with great health insurance who should not have children....
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That has got to be one of the most ridiculous things I have heard in a long time. The question that should be asked is Why doesn't the government do something about the high cost of health insurance so that all can afford to have coverage. People with low paying jobs can't afford the high price of premiums for coverage. That does not make them bad parents. There is help for them to get coverage for their children. Maybe you should investigate the cost of health insurance before you get on a high horse and say they would be abusing the child. Evidently you don't know what child abuse is.

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Monday, December 1, 2008

Can a 3rd party sue for medical malpractice on behalf of someone else without power of attorney or health prox

Friday, November 28, 2008

As od 9/23/10 can I know put my child uder 26 on my employer provided health insurance

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You are correct that dependents can be on their parent's policy until they reach age 26 or until they get a job that offers health insurance benefits. Now as to your issue of when you can add her back on to your policy, if she was already removed from the policy it is going to depend on how your insurer chooses to implement the new requirement which takes effect 9/23/10. They may make you wait until the anniversary of your policy to add her. You will need to call the customer service number on the back of your ID card.
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~~Yes this reform takes place tomorrow so you may add her back on your policy. To have access to all the changes and when they take place here is the link. Many good changes start tomorrow, many very important ones can't take place until 2014.
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You have to wait until the next open enrollment period, if they've already been dropped off.
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Check with your insurer. That option is required effective with the first annual policy renewal AFTER 9/23/10 but some insurers have already implemented it. Student status is not required - however, they must be unmarried and no

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Monday, November 24, 2008

Should people who don't have health insurance be allowed to have children

Should people who don't have health insurance be allowed to have children?
Wouldn't a couple who can't afford health insurance be committing child abuse by not being able to take that child to a doctor?
Law & Ethics - 14 Answers
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Why would you think that is child abuse? There is state aide for people who can't afford health insurance. Granted, there are some people who should not have kids, but not being able to afford insurance is not a reason.
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If you do not have health insurance for your child and cannot afford it, the states will provide medical coverage for children under the age of 18, so really there is no excuse to not take a child to a doctor.
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Sounds more like China or North Korea.
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no because they will be violating our right of freedom this is not JAPAN OR CHINA
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H3ll yes, they should be able to have children. They can get medical care once they have a child, its called Medicaid. Which I am quite sure it is available in every state. It may not be the best but it sure proves your theory wrong. You must be rich to ask such a question. If the people cannot afford health care what makes you think that they can afford birth control?
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And what could you do about it? Think it through...
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There are a lot of people who should not be allowed to have children.
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There are a lot of worse things in life than not having health insurance that can be counted as child abuse.
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So you don't think poor people should be allowed to have children? There is more to parenting than going to the doctor -- good parents will find a way to help their kids. There are plenty of neglectful wealthy parents with great health insurance.
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Sounds like you mean welfare....make it harder for those of us who do work hard and have to pay taxes. Seems like nothing will ever change anyway. No matter whos president. Good question.
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It is criminal for the government and people against health care for everyone..if that's the case then why not just shoot the ones having children or not ..then those that have high incomes can live in a paradise
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do the elderly people have the right to live if they dont have health insurance??of course they should have the right to have children. bring a child into the world is not a form of abuse. you sound like a real nut case.
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Good grief! There are people who are super rich with great health insurance who should not have children....
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That has got to be one of the most ridiculous things I have heard in a long time. The question that should be asked is Why doesn't the government do something about the high cost of health insurance so that all can afford to have coverage. People with low paying jobs can't afford the high price of premiums for coverage. That does not make them bad parents. There is help for them to get coverage for their children. Maybe you should investigate the cost of health insurance before you get on a high horse and say they would be abusing the child. Evidently you don't know what child abuse is.

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Thursday, November 20, 2008

What are the psychological effects of child abuse

What are the psychological effects of child abuse?
hey,im doing a research paper on child abuse and need more facts about how child abuse change the [mental health] of child as they grow up or face certain situations
Psychology - 2 Answers

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*its extremely difficult to trust anyone (adults especially) *you realize that not everyone is good & there are really scary sick people in the world *you feel so isolated/alone because no one understands *victims of sexual abuse have many intimacy problems whether that means they are promiscous at a young age or terrified and completely turned off by sex *children who have been molested usually have exaggerated startle reflexes (if someone touches them they jump a foot in the air) *feeling absolutely worthless *low self esteem *mental problems may manifest physically (eye twitch, shaking, etc) *if they have never told anyone about the abuse, tend to grow up very secretive, obsessed with privacy, and extremely distrustful I really hope this helps! Good luck on your paper :) Love Haydee <3
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If you want to know I lived it. Ask me and I'll tell you what you need to know.

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Sunday, November 16, 2008

Is a child's mental health affected by the role models in their life

Is a child's mental health affected by the role models in their life?

Psychology - 2 Answers
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yes
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No. Not at all. Their mental health is determined by what they do and eat etc. Their SUBLIMINAL mental health (things they can't control at all) is determined by all the satanic subliminal messages that are sent through music videos and music itself. For example, Sting, "Every breath you take" he literally speaks like satan himself. I'm saying these things assuming you're christian. If not, they still effect the mental health of someone who is unaware. Someone like myself, who is aware, needn't worry about those sorts of things, for they are no longer "Subliminal" and we know what we are hearing. They still brainwash people with the music, christian or not. The Illuminati (they do exist, even if you're an atheist, they exist still.) has tried for over 300 years to bring Satan to full control over earth. Once he gains full control, that's judgment day. Now, back to the topic, the music brainwashes people who are unaware of what they are hearing. That's the point. Just giving you some background knowledge on WHY they are doing it and how. They do this through movies too. Disney movies, especially. You're welcome >.<

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Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Are you meeting the mental health and developmental needs of your adopted child

Are you meeting the mental health and developmental needs of your adopted child?
The Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute just came out with this recent study on adoption and I was wondering if anyone has read it and what they thought about it? Heres a recap and then I'll provide the link for those of you who haven't read it to read ( if you want ) and then give your feedback... ADOPTIVE PARENT PREPARATION PROJECT PHASE I: MEETING THE MENTAL HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS OF ADOPTED CHILDREN This policy and practice paper outlines best practices for preparing adoptive parents to meet the mental health and developmental needs of their children. The second phase of this project involves the development of a comprehensive set of curriculum modules for training parents on the mental health, developmental, and child-rearing issues related to adoption. So go check it out and pay attention to: OBSTACLES TO ADOPTIVE PARENT PREPARATION & EDUCATION and tell me what you think. http://www.adoptioninstitute.org/research/2008_02_parent_prep.php
Adoption - 10 Answers

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I wish someone had told my aparents about this. Adoption was generally a topic we all pretended was not important. I did eventually figure out my own answers to my own questions, but I think it would have been easier if there had been some discussion.
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There should be a study on 'meeting the needs of children period'. With so many crap parents out there, I would think an adoption research study is the last area that would need to be focused on.
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wow - finally some real and honest dialogue about issues that adoptees 'can' face. Thanks for the heads-up Gersh. I wish my a-mum had known about this stuff. She would have been better prepared to handle me - and in turn would perhaps have validated my grief - instead of ignoring it - or worse - dismissing my sadness and angst completely. And - this stuff IS needed - because isn't it better to at least be aware of possible issues - instead of burying heads in sand - saying that it will never happen to anyone - because it didn't happen to them??? Should we just dismiss it as unnecessary because not all adoptees have troubles adjusting to an adoptee life??? PFFFFTTTT How very small minded! I believe it's better to be fully prepared for any scenario. It's a great report - and I do hope that it's recommendations are implemented. As it's about 'the best interests of the child' - finally!
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Thanks Gershom, I hadn't seen this yet. I agree with everything within. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for that! It's on the top of my list of "things to do" for the weekend (I've got a busy two days ahead, so just rushing around reading what I can for now - it has been bookmarked).
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Thanks Gershom! I agree with everything the study had to say. It would be wonderful to have access to all of this information instead of having to track it all down myself. Not to mention having an organized group class would provide a wider depth of info than i could accomplish on my own. I have it bookmarked. Thanks for another great site.
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My answer to your first question is yes. Educating myself on meeting the mental health and developmental needs of my child was a priority. Learning early-on about identity issues for the adopted child was key to my decision to maintain an open adoption. In addition to my own research I was fortunate to also have the guidance of a few well educated adoption counselors. Our adoption took place over 10 years ago and although this document is very recent the content is very familiar to me. The whole process for me was about the child and the bio mom. Never did I feel entitled. Perhaps I was just lucky to have been in the company of some well educated and qualified professionals. I know they exist because that was my experience.
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I wish more PAPs (prospective adoptive parents) would read this report, and do more research in general, so they wound understand that raising adopted children is more complicated than raising their own biological children. Lots of great points were hit on, and I'm sure would prove illuminating to most who think they might want to adopt, but have little information other than what is provided by adoption agencies. I do disagree with this quote; "The nature of adoption has become increasingly complex over the past few decades." I think adoption has ALWAYS been very complex, it's only now that we're openly acknowledging it.
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I haven't read it. But I guess most parents will do the best they can for their child adopted or not. Mine although did a bad job as they were abusive.
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Can anyone really say that they are meeting ALL of the needs of their child, adopted or biological? The fact that adopted children probably have more needs (especially mental health/emotional) means that adopted parents REALLY need some sort of a support network. I only wish that I could find a good one.

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Saturday, November 8, 2008

My wife and I are considering having our 4th child. She is 37 I am 42. Health concerns, baby or us

My wife and I are considering having our 4th child. She is 37 I am 42. Health concerns, baby or us?
We have both lost over 50 lbs since the new year. We feel great. We have a 14 yr old daughter, 9 yr old son and a 3 yr old daughter.
Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 1 Answers
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great if you dont want to see it grow up.

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Tuesday, November 4, 2008

How does damp affect your health

How does damp affect your health?
My house has a damp problem in bedroom due to a leak through the chimney, we only have a 1 bedroom house and we have a 9 month old baby sleeping in the same room. Will my child and our health be affected?

Other - Health - 4 Answers

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It affects you heavily. You can get very sick from this.
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The first thing that comes to my mind is the possibility of mold setting up and causing severe health problems for all of you, but especially the baby.
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Dampness cretaes mold and mold can affect the air that you breath. Bad air means sick people. Coach
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dampness can aggravate arthritis,and respiratory problems. get a dehumidifier to help.

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Saturday, November 1, 2008

I need good health insurance for my child

I need good health insurance for my child?
Hey Everyone, I am wondering if anyone knows any good health insurances for Children. My son is 11 mons and his medical insurance is expiring soon and i am seeking new Insurance. The fact that my son is on my mothers insurance (United health care) I don't know whether i would like to stay with them or find someone cheaper? My mother pays 300 dollars a month for 4 peoples insurance (Due to the fact she gets benefits from her job) So does anyone know any reasonabled price insurance for JUST my child. My budget is 0-150 a month for single. I DO NOT wish to get medicaid or any medicaid orientated insurances due to the fact i am not eligible and i am not able see his current pediatrics. Does anyone know if AETNA is any good? or any other insruances?
Insurance - 2 Answers
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United Healthcare, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, all of them are good companies. My best advice is find a Broker who can compare actual rates, not extra low rates often seen on generic websites. Some states have insurance available through DHS, but it is not Medicaid. Tennessee has a program called Cover Kids. It's not Medicaid, but coverage for children who do not have insurance. Other states have similar programs. If you are in Tennessee or Virginia, you can go to www.northamericaninsurers.com to look up rates and types of coverage through four different companies. Hope it helps!
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You also have to decide on the type of plans. PPO's usually have deductibles that you must meet prior to some of the insurance to kick in, and many have caps on the amount of coverage you will receive when its an individual plan. If you go for an HMO, they usually balance between co-pays and a certain percentage, but they have their limits as well. If you're looking for something affordable until you can afford the best care, I would suggest a discount program. They offer substantial savings on healthcare costs, and if your provider is not on their directory you can refer them and the company will contact them to be added, it costs them nothing. You can check it out at www.mybenefitsplus.com/trhonda2000. Hope this helps, Trhonda

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Tuesday, October 28, 2008

If I pay child support am I obligated to provide health care for kids

If I pay child support am I obligated to provide health care for kids?
I pay child support for my two children and at the time my employer pays for their's and my health insurance. My employer is proposing that next year we will have to pay toward our health insurance premums. It is my olbligation alone or does my spouse have to "kick in" toward the health insurance premiums?
Marriage & Divorce - 14 Answers

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thats somthing you need to ask your lawer!
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It is the paying parent's (NCP) responsibility unless the order states otherwise. The federal government has really pushed for children to be insured by their parents. If the insurance is unavailable or too expensive you need to have the order modified to reflect that you cannot afford insurance. The child support order may be raised because insurance is no longer provided.
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usually it is the responsibility of the non custodial parent---however look at your divorce decree---it will be spelled out in black and white
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Those are you kids...That shouldn't matter ..Even tho your paying child support you should want the best for your kids even if that means paying more for them ...
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you are only required to provide insurence for the child IF the judge says you have to. its all up to a judge.
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You could get an adjustment on your child support, based on a change of circumstances. The cost of the insurance would likely be split between you, based on the percentages set up in your child support order. Get a copy of the child support guidelines for your state and read them. Inform child support enforcement that you have a change of circumstances and you formally request a modification in your order. Under Public Law 12 (federal laws), they are obligated to represent either parent, upon request, in a modification hearing.
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You can approach this one of two ways. One, check the divorce decree, and see what it says. If you were obligated to pay their health care, it would say so, and you'd probably have noticed it, so it's possible you're off the hook. Of course, your ex can get the case re-opened to consider the issue of increasing child support because the cancellation of your employer health care is a "changed circumstance" that probably warrants revisiting the issue. Or, you can be a man about it and find out what the new premium comes to, and get together with your ex and see what other alternatives there might be, and both of you just figure out what the best thing to do for the kids would be.
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As the last person who answered you said, " You need to check with your divorce decree, it will be spelled out in black and white." Also you can check with you lawyer for the none stated facts. In addition, if you cant pay for the Health Ins and your ex spouse cannot pay either, tell her that she needs to get the children on State Issued Health Care.
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sack up and pay...it's your kid for crying out loud.
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITY, AS LONG AS IT DOES NOT COST YOU EXTRA TO HAVE YOUR CHILDREN ON YOUR POLICY. IN MOST STATES.
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If your divorce agreementt states that you are responsible for maintaining the health insurance for your children, then I'm afraid your on the hook for the entirety of it regardless of how the insurance is paid for. But the big picture is that you are taking care of your children, so you can feel GOOD about living up to your responsibility!
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The non-custodial parent pays
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It depends on what state you live in. I live in Texas and in Texas the father is required to provide health insurance to the child on top of child support. You should check the laws in your state.
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depending on what the court ordered...if court ordered you to pay the health care, you can go back to court for a adjustment hearing. if ex wife is working it would only be fair for her to pay at least half of the premiums....if she is a at home mother then it would be impossible for her to pay.

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Friday, October 24, 2008

need health insurance for my child

need health insurance for my child
I have a child who lives with his mom and I need to buy health insurance for him, Im also moving o/s so I cannot get insurance though my work, does anyone know of any programs or discount insurance company I can go though.
Other - General Health Care - 5 Answers
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Many states have special programs for children... New York has Child Health, etc. Adult programs are income based, but usually children are accepted without such criteria. Check with welfare or social agencies in your jurisdiction. There are many discount clubs out there, but not all are great, and not all have such great discounts. Some are pretty expensive. regulation is getting stiffer, so shop around carefully if you decide to go that route... and double check with BBB and the Attorney General's complaint line in your area BEFORE you commit.
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I think every state has something similar, I believe it's called Child Health plus. I found out about it through my daughters school. I think if you call your states social services department they can give you a number. They are pretty good about that kinda stuff, they can also point people in the right direction for help with daycare costs and possibly even food stamps. Good Luck.
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Depending on his mother's income, it is pretty easy in some states to get state-sponsored children's health insurance (see cms SCHIP below). Fortunately, private policies for children are also pretty cheap. eHealthinsurance.com looks like a typical commercial site, but really gives a lot of information about available policies. Look closely at copays, deductibles and coverage details! Make sure the insurance covers high-dollar catastrophic care. Some policies have a payment cap that could kick him off the policy just when he needs it most.
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Call the child's local health department. They can get you in touch with insurance programs for children.
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Monday, October 20, 2008

What are the social needs of a child

What are the social needs of a child?
I really need to know the physical, intellectual, emotional and social needs of a child for my health and social homework. Help please?
Other - Social Science - 1 Answers

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They need to be allowed freedom of movement, like crawling without being pushed into walking. This helps develop the brain. They need various environments so they can get used to the planet,and their place in it. They need to be spoken to and read to, but spoken in normal speech not baby talk. They need to have many experiences of the community, plays, exhibits, parks. They need at the early stage to be around child en. They don't necessarily interact, but mutually play. Then, as they start to interact, they need instruction on social skills. They need all their shots, dental work, physicals, eye exams, and any problems such as slow growth, slowness of speaking, outward legs, curvature of the spine, and any symptoms of non bonding checked and corrected. They need physical love, but believe me, some are born not wanting to be fussed over, and that is that. They need proper nourishment, so fresh foods, their stomachs can tolerate. Then, when a day care is picked, it should provide social interaction training. I wish you could meet the well bred children in my building who are taught to interact with adults. They greet me, ask how I am, say it was nice speaking to you. They are of Indian (subcontinent) ancestry, and how their parents have created these gentle yet brilliant miracles should be studied further. I don't wish to research internet on your behalf, so I suggest you go to the library. Internet becoming more advertising oriented;thus, too many pop ups. So, there are many books, Piaget, Maria Montessori, Dr. Spock (not from Star Trek), etc. I did not major in early childhood education. However, if the home is undergoing trauma, then the children do have problems. Also, no one knows just what factor might change the balance of the above in your question for the child. he might hear loud noises, and that would frighten him. He might be unhealthy due to poor eating habits. His mother may be suffering post partum depression. On the other hand, he might be born with a certain nature, like indepence. My own, a preemie, held his own bottle by four months, and refused help. Walked by one year, talked by one year, was taken to work, taken on field trips, museums, read through adult picture books, learned Greek and Norse mythology, learned all the countries on earth, their governements and capitals before age nine, was classified as LD and is now a lawyer. No, this is not a simple question. So, hit the books. We can't do your homework for you. Organize your thoughts, cite your sources and try to limit the topic to a specific age.

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Thursday, October 16, 2008

Question about Dr PH or PhD In public health/epidemiology from reputed colleges in the states

Question about Dr PH or PhD In public health/epidemiology from reputed colleges in the states?
How tough is it to get in?Are there scholarships/does the college pay you like they do here in the U.K cuz essentially you are doing reaserch and working for them?I am a medical doctor with a MPH from here in the UK,intersted in doctoral reaserch in maternal and child health.What options could i look into?What are the top MCH research based universities? Thanks for your answer David.i am in the UK and don't really know about American Universities.
Medicine - 1 Answers
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I have a friend pursuing an MD/PhD at Albert Einstein, a medical univerity in the Bronx, NY. He, like PhD students in most fields at American universities, does receive a stipend from the university. This makes it possible to attend school without taking a job outside of the medical institution where you do the research. As for learning what the best schools are, you should really consult with a professional, perhaps the academic development department at the school where you received your degree.

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Sunday, October 12, 2008

What kind of health insurance do you have? do you like it? what is a good plan for a teen mother and her child

What kind of health insurance do you have? do you like it? what is a good plan for a teen mother and her child?
the father of the child is buy a plan for her and the baby. he is looking at Kiaser plans at the moment
Parenting - 3 Answers

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Most of the "good" plans are subsidized by your employer through work. The plan we are currently on would cost $300+ a month for my family if my husband didn't get it through work. As it is they take nearly $100 out of his check per month for his part of the plan. Unless you are rich I would look into Medicaid for a teen mom and her child. Medicaid covers kids under 18 100% usually and when mom became an adult she'd probably still be covered in most states and just owe a copay for visits and prescriptions. With no work experience and no college degree I seriously doubt this teen mom is making the big bucks and there is NO shame in getting a helping hand to help her get on her feet. I couldn't imagine anyone judging her for being on Medicaid while she gets a college degree and works some minimum wage job to provide for her child.
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I have health insurance through my employer for myself and my daughter is on medicaid. Up until about 2 years ago, I was on medicaid as well since my employer did not offer health insurance at that time. Medicaid is definitely the best health insurance out there as it is free or low-cost and pretty much everything is covered.
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We have kisar as well (sp) and we love it tell him to purchase a plan from them I think it would be great for the baby and your ward

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Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Is the GOP like a spoiled child--they only want health care reform on their terms

Is the GOP like a spoiled child--they only want health care reform on their terms.?
Any reasonable and enlightened person knows our current system sucks and like a broken down car needs to get into the repair shop before the engine blows. Are they just too messed up in the head to stop their nonsense and help solve the problem.
Politics - 20 Answers
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Are 54% of Americans like spoiled children? If so, then yes, I guess Republicans are too.
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On their terms? No. They just don't want anything done unless they are doing it. More like a really overly competitive sibling who is always trying to outshine the other. Willing to screw themselves over to not let the other one accomplish anything.
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They just don't want Obama to be the one to pass it.
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no they're just worried about paying the mechanic
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Or, maybe some of us can see that the democrats are trying to get us started down a road that leads to single payer coverage. Anyone that doesn't see that is either dishonest or naive. lp
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The current proposal would make it much worse. Not having anything is better than that.
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spoiled obama gonna get it his way huh. and he is not like a spoiled child who only wants it his way
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You dont throw a baby out with the bath water Thats what the Democrats are doing Trying for a sweeping change in one fell swoop Not even considering anything other then a massive reform Are they like spoiled children holding their breath saying DO IT THIS WAY OR ELSE!
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Obongocare sucks
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GOP...party before country
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Here's an answer to your bs... This is from a doctor who works the emergency room shift who sent this letter to osama. Dear Mr. President: During my shift in the Emergency Room last night, I had the pleasure of evaluating a patient whose smile revealed an expensive shiny gold tooth, whose body was adorned with a wide assortment of elaborate and costly tattoos, who wore a very expensive brand of tennis shoes and who chatted on a new cellular telephone equipped with a popular R&B ringtone. While glancing over her patient chart, I happened to notice that her payer status was listed as "Medicaid"! During my examination of her, the patient informed me that she smokes more than one costly pack of cigarettes every day and somehow still has money to buy pretzels and beer. And, you and our Congress expect me to pay for this woman's health care? I contend that our nation's "health care crisis" is not the result of a shortage of quality hospitals, doctors or nurses. Rather, it is the result of a "crisis of culture".....a culture in which it is perfectly acceptable to spend money on luxuries and vices while refusing to take care of one's self or, heaven forbid, purchase health insurance. It is a culture based on the irresponsible credo that "I can do whatever I want to because someone else will always take care of me". Once you fix this "culture crisis" that rewards irresponsibility and dependency, you'll be amazed at how quickly our nation's health care difficulties will disappear. Respectfully, STARNER JONES, MD If you agree....pass it on.
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Republicans only like things that help rich, old, white men stay in power. If the American public got a taste of good healthcare, it would pave the way for us to experience other things, like equal pay for women, a smaller contrast between the classes, clean air, reduction in global warming, better education that is more on par with the rest of the world, etc. The heads of the GOP know that people who can think for themselves won't put up with being treated badly, so they use falsehoods and scare tactics to keep the masses ignorant.
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Is that why Harry Reid made the deal with the Nebraska Senator, or the deal that preserves Medicare advantage to 800,000 senior in Florida? Nice job of totally ignoring the facts.
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The GOP are brain dead. They only care about money.
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And exactly when will the democrats realize, the american people do not want their current health care bills When they all get voted out later this year ? So why not scrap the current bills and start over, that's what the american people want to happen ? And why not mention the house liberals, blocking a vote on the senate bill, just because they want a public option or nothing at all ? Republicans are blocking nothing at all, the balls in the democrats court now The House is trying to say, its our way or no way
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GOP elected officials are adept at placing party/power before country/citizens. They've used egregious fear tactics and outright lies to tear down the President, and they'll stop at nothing to ensure he fails. This, of course, discounts regular Americans, who would all benefit from real health care reform. Interesting that when Republicans were in control for 8 years, their "leader" only offered more privitation (including social security). So much for "compassionate conservatism"-the epitome of an oxymoron. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/28/weekinreview/28abelson.html
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What? why not try the things that don't cost anything first, then see what happens before you nationalize 1/6 of our economy? THings like cross state carriers, tort reform, etc. BTW- Do you know what health institution declines more claims than any other? Medicare! Medicare declines more claims than any other insurance provider in the US, 16% more denials than Blue Cross/ Blue Sheild! Che-che: Awesome post!
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They are too locked into a thought process that believes that poor and sick people are morally inferior to monied heathy people. They actually think it is God's will to smite the immoral people and their spawn with what they deserve. It is a convenient and morally righteous way to mentally dehumanize people they find distasteful and expendable. Spoiled children aren't so intentionally mean and heartless, they are just overpriviledged kids.
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None of the GOP's suggestions have been implemented. Obama & Pelosi have shut the GOP out of the process in the most partisan national reform in American history. No other politician has attempted such a sweeping change while ignoring any input from representatives of 49% of the American people.
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Your question reminds me of another recent one asking how so many could have voted for Obama, but are now seeing him with open eyes. I'm afraid you'll feel that same way AFTER this over-priced, over-legislated, government take-over healthcare bill is passed. Have you read the 2000 pages? I beg you to read them and then see if you still feel the same way. You know page 820 says government may access all personal finances? You know page 915 says government Mandates cultural and linguistic competency training for healthcare professionals? You know page 859 says government will establish a public health fund at a cost of $88;,800,000,000 (which is a Billion)? You know page789 says government will mandate drug prices controlling which drugs will be brought to market? You know page 676 says government will regulate hosptials in every aspect? And they also will decide about end-life decisions. Now, truthfully, are these things the reform America really wants? No. That is why is many are against it and not "messed up in the head". Please know what's in the reformed bill before telling those against that they are like spoiled child.

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Saturday, October 4, 2008

Is health care in children already socialized

Is health care in children already socialized?
Since it's the state's job I believe to provide a child with proper medical treatment regardless of what the parents can pay, and we're paying those taxes that get them covered, don't we already have "universal health care" of sorts for people under eighteen?
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Health care is partially socialized. For children, the elderly, the poor, etc. Amazing, a thumbs down for stating a simple fact with absolutely no opinion or inferences.
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Not it my state. Costs for people who can't pay are pick up by everyone in the form of higher medical bills.
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also hospital emergency rooms can not turn any one away even if they can not pay for it. that is payed for by people with health insurance. that's one reason health costs are high.
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No, there are millions of children without health care They can wait in an emergency room but if they aren't dying, they don't proper care now California is cutting down the-number of clinics for the poor because of their budget
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No. Look at the death rates for children aged under five, and compare them to the rates of countries in western Europe.

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