Edward Kennedy

Future unclear for healthcare reform after Senate Republican's victory in Massachusetts

January 21, 2010

The election of Republican Scott Brown to senator in Massachusetts has put a question mark around the fate of legislation that would overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, according to the two major long-term care associations.
 

Next few days may determine future of CLASS Act

Liza Berger October 14, 2009

The Senate Finance Committee's passage of a healthcare reform bill is exciting but also a bit nerve-wracking for many in the long-term care world.
 

Editors' Blog: Kennedy's contributions to healthcare

August 27, 2009

The healthcare field, including long-term care, lost an advocate with the passing of Sen. Edward Kennedy.
 

Slashing Medicare to pay for healthcare reform an ugly shell game

Dr. Stuart M. Shapiro July 27, 2009

Healthcare reform is a worthy goal, but it should not come at the expense of much-needed funding for nursing homes.