Healthy Start

Wyoming Children enrolled in Kid Care Chip (2001-2008)

Health, Money, and Fear
a film about our Health Care System

why does it cost so much?
what does it say about us?
what can we do about it?

Contagion Nation: A Comparison of Paid Sick Day Policies in 22 Countries
by the Center for Economic and Policy Research
Did you know that the U.S. is the only country among 22 countries ranked highly in terms of economic and human development that does not guarantee that workers receive paid sick days or paid sick leave? Learn more about U.S. policies on paid sick days and paid sick leave with this CEPR report.

Hidden Health Tax: Americans Pay a Premium
by Families USA
Rising health care costs is among the top reasons why health care reform is urgently needed. This Families USA report reveals one of the factors driving the cost of health insurance up for those with coverage - a hidden surcharge for the uncompensated health care costs of the uninsured.

Rules of the Road: How an Insurance Exchange Can Pool Risk and Protect Enrollees
by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
This report discusses features that should be included in a health insurance exchange so that it provides individuals with coverage options that are affordable, comprehensive and easy to compare.

Explaining Health Care Reform: What are Health Insurance Exchanges?
by the Kaiser Family Foundation
Various health reform proposals being discussed suggest developing an 'exchange' or a market-place where uninsured individuals will be able to purchase coverage. This brief explains the purpose and function of health insurance exchanges.