Mississippi Votes on Medicaid Expansion with Work Requirement

Mississippi lawmakers are set to vote on a proposal to expand Medicaid coverage to tens of thousands more people, but it includes a work requirement that might not receive federal approval. The proposal comes as Americans struggle with inflation and the rising costs of healthcare. Mississippi is one of the poorest states in the U.S., and advocates say covering tens of thousands more people with Medicaid could help them manage chronic health conditions.

Ayushman Bharat Diwas: Celebrating the Transformation of Healthcare in India

The Ayushman Bharat Scheme, introduced in 2018, has marked a significant milestone in healthcare access and affordability in India. Through its two core components – Primary Health and Wellness Centers (HWCs) and Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) – the scheme aims to ensure that financial constraints do not prevent individuals from receiving quality healthcare. AB-PMJAY provides health insurance coverage to vulnerable households, covering a range of medical treatments up to Rs. 5 lakh per family per year. HWCs, on the other hand, strengthen the primary healthcare system by bringing essential services closer to underserved and rural areas.

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