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Idaho Reproductive Health Policy Negatively Impacts Maternal Health
Idaho’s abortion ban has contributed to the loss of more than a third of the state’s OB-GYN workforce since 2022, reports ABC News. The article uses Bonner General Health, located in Sandpoint, Idaho, as an example. The health system announced in March 2023 that it would no longer provide obstetrical care, citing the state’s “legal and political climate” as one […]
Read MoreMississippi to Provide Presumptive Eligibility for Pregnant Women
Mississippi HB 662 has been approved for implementation, reports Mississippi Today. The new law requires Mississippi Medicaid to provide pregnant women with presumptive eligibility. Training for providers is set to begin in August 2025. Following the provider training, individuals who qualify may begin enrolling in the program.
Read MoreVirginia Passes Maternal Health Bills – Medicaid Coverage Expanded to Doula Care and Dental Care for Pregnant Women
Virginia has passed two new laws to expand Medicaid services for pregnant individuals, reports 3WTKR. HB1614 allows coverage for up to 10 doula visits, and HB2539 adds dental care to the list of covered services. The Department of Medical Assistance Services will amend the state Medicaid plan to implement the changes. Lawmakers say the bills […]
Read MoreReport: Health Gaps Persist for American Indian, Alaska Native Coloradans
American Indian and Alaska Native residents in Colorado still face significant gaps in health care access, quality and outcomes, reports Public News Service. A recent analysis of the Colorado All Payer Claims Database found that between 2018 and 2024, these communities experienced much higher rates of kidney disease, diabetes, and other chronic conditions compared to white Coloradans.
Read MoreFederal Threat to Health Coverage for Undocumented Residents
Federal policy changes could penalize Connecticut for offering state-funded health insurance to undocumented immigrants, reports the CT Mirror. Known as “HUSKY for immigrants,” the program currently covers children under 19 and postpartum women. As of April 2025, about 15,600 children and 3,200 women are enrolled. Lawmakers have questioned whether the federal government can intervene since […]
Read MoreIdaho Health Insurers Prepare for New Enhanced Breast Cancer Screening Law
Idaho insurers must soon cover more comprehensive breast cancer screenings under a new law, reports the Idaho Capital Sun. The law requires coverage of supplemental screenings like MRIs for people considered at high risk, even if no abnormalities are present. High-risk status includes genetic predisposition, personal or family history, and other qualifying factors. The Department […]
Read MoreColorado Ends Legislative Session with New Reproductive Health Protections
Colorado lawmakers wrapped up their 2025 session by passing new laws that expand reproductive health care access, reports Westword. The article reviews a series of passed bills, including Senate Bill 25-183, which codifies the right to abortion to the state constitution and allows state funds to help pay for abortion services. Another, Senate Bill 25-118, […]
Read MoreMinnesota Groups Plan to Establish Indigenous Birth Center
Community organizations in Minnesota are collaborating to open an Indigenous birth center aimed at providing culturally appropriate maternal care and addressing disparities in birth outcomes, reports The Imprint. A group of nonprofit child welfare and maternal health organizations expects to submit their proposed plan to Minnesota lawmakers by the end of this calendar year. While the […]
Read MoreStudy Finds Non-White Residents Lack Access and Die Earlier of Colorectal Cancer in Washington State
A study finds that Hispanic or Latinx, Black, American Indian, and Alaska Native residents, had on average less access to screening services and died earlier from colorectal cancer compared to white residents in Washington State, reports WSU Insider. The study looked at more than 7,000 residents who died of colorectal cancer between 2011 and 2018. […]
Read MoreReport Highlights Disparities in Health Care Outcomes for Native Americans in Washington State
A health system performance scorecard shows consistent health disparities for Native Americans in Washington State compared to white residents, reports Oregon Public Broadcasting. The report from The Commonwealth Fund found that American Indian/Alaska Native people experienced the lowest health system performance in the state. A separate regional dataset shows higher rates of death before 75 from preventable and […]
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