COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR S upplement
MAY 4, 2013
Understanding Key Provisions of the Affordable Healthcare Act WHAT’S INSIDE
■ Protecting Social Security and Medicare for the Middle Class ■ A Medical Breakthrough ■ Understanding Key Provisions in Health Care Law ■ State Suspends TB Clearance Requirement ■ The Effects of VOG (Volcanic Fog) on the Eyes ■ Depression Risk Fourfold Higher in Obese ■ Importance of Regular Tests for STDs ■ Health Experts Investigate Added Caffeine in Foods ■ Rx: Hot or Cold Compress? ■ Work, Recycling and Retirement: What About? ■ Annual National Nurses Week Celebration
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n March 23, 2010, President Barack Obama signed the Affordable Care Act, which puts in place comprehensive health insurance reforms that will roll out over four years and beyond. The new health care law offers clear choices for consumers and provides new ways to hold insurance companies accountable. Find answers to basic questions about the law beginning on page S4.
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