Mar. 7--WASHINGTON -- Congress took one step forward and another one back this week in forcing insurance companies to fully cover mental health benefits The House late Wednesday approved, 268-148, legislation that would require insurers to offer... Full Article at RedOrbit

But a look at blogger reaction shows the trade-offs here remain daunting, even for advocates. Over at DailyKos there’s worry the bill may actually cut care in states like California, which already require some mental health coverage. Full Article at ZDNet

Main Category: Mental Health Article Date: 07 Mar 2008 - 4:00 PST email to a friend printer friendly view / write opinions rate article newsletters In a historic vote, the U.S. House of Representatives will, for the first time, take up... Full Article at Medical News Today

Mental illnesses can kill. Doubt that? Then have a talk with family members whose loved ones afflicted by such a disease committed suicide, or with a few of the many families who lost loved ones in the Virginia Tech massacre. Full Article at Bluefield Daily Telegraph

After more than a decade of struggle, the House on Wednesday passed a bill requiring most group health plans to provide more generous coverage for treatment of mental illnesses, comparable to what they provide for physical illnesses. Full Article at A Wild Ride

11:00 PST email to a friend printer friendly view / write opinions rate article newsletters Representatives of state Medicaid programs are urging Congress to stop proposed federal Medicaid guidelines from taking effect, but "the states... Full Article at Medical News Today

Main Category: Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP Also Included In: Mental Health; Health Insurance / Medical Insurance; HIV / AIDS Article Date: 04 Mar 2008 - 9:00 PST email to a friend printer friendly view / write opinions rate article... Full Article at Medical News Today

Main Category: Health Insurance / Medical Insurance Article Date: 28 Feb 2008 - 6:00 PST email to a friend printer friendly view / write opinions rate article newsletters The Senate on Tuesday voted 83-10 to approve the Indian Health Care... Full Article at Medical News Today