Michigan Health Care News Roundup

Tomorrow marks World AIDS Day and almost one-third of all people living with HIV are in Detroit. There is a renewed effort to focus efforts in Detroit and the metro area. The national government has also set a strong plan for creating an AIDS free generation.

Among other news were announcements from Governor Snyder about creating a healthy state and the failure of the Michigan legislature to agree to a health care exchange for the state. Michigan will be constructing a joint health care exchange with the federal government.

Additionally, a study by the American Medical Association shows that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) essentially has a monopoly over health insurance in the state. Learn more about our efforts to slow down the BCBSM deal and protect your health insurance options! Learn more. . .

• Tackling AIDS In Detroit: Patrick Yankee

• ‘Obamacare’ health exchange defeat: Some Republicans frustrated, conservatives claim victory

• Governor Snyder now unveiling blueprint for environmentally healthy state

• The Hidden Costs Of Raising The Medicare Age

• AMA study shows Blue Cross market share in Michigan represents “near monopoly”