US poverty rises despite economic recoveryThe number of US residents living in poverty edged up to 46.5 million last year, the latest sign that an economic recovery marked by a stock market boom has not trickled down to ordinary Americans. The figures from the Census Bure More… |
US seeks lump sum payment for kidney dialysisThe US health insurance programme for the elderly, disabled and poor is seeking to pay one lump sum for all costs related to kidney dialysis, including prescription drugs, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) said. The move More… |