Pennsylvania Residents Struggle with Rising Costs
August 21, 2026
Stephanie Kappeler from Walnutport shares her struggles with rising costs and calls for policy changes at a town hall.
Stephanie Kappeler from Walnutport shares her struggles with rising costs and calls for policy changes at a town hall.
Health advocates warned that Medicaid cuts in the One Big Beautiful Act would harm healthcare access in rural Michigan.
CMS will end a key program at 2026’s close, impacting 25 million Medicare Part D users by potentially raising drug costs.
CMS announced it will end a program making prescription drugs affordable for 25 million Medicare Part D subscribers.
CMS announced it will end a subsidy program in 2026, affecting Medicare Part D costs. Millions may face higher premiums.
A Wisconsin pharmacist might close his business due to Trump’s tariffs on generic drugs, leading to higher medication costs.
Planned Parenthood of Michigan closed three clinics due to a federal funding ban, impacting patient access statewide.
Wisconsin extends postpartum Medicaid to one year, benefiting 16,000. Leaders highlight impact on health and mortality.
State officials began a statewide tour to educate Pennsylvania women about free preventive health services under ACA.
Michigan home care and hospice providers face a six-month Medicare enrollment pause, impacting rural patient access.
Gov. Whitmer reestablishes the Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force to implement strategies and reduce gun violence.
Everything is rising in price for small-business owners in Pennsylvania, notably healthcare. A new bill may help.
