Publications and Reports
"Fiscal Survey of States: June 2003"
This report presents a fiscal survey of the states. Medicaid and other health care discussion begins on page 13 of the .pdf file.br>
National Governors Association (NGA) and National Association of State Budget Officers (NASBO), June 2003
"National Survey of Women About Their Sexual Health"
A public education partnership with the Kaiser Family Foundation and
SELF magazine, the
National Survey of Women About Their Sexual Health: Take Charge of Your Sexual Health, shows that the stigma associated with STDs silences women, making it more difficult for them to get the information they need.
Kaiser Family Foundation, June 2003
"Welfare, Women and Health: The Role of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families"
This issue brief reflects on lessons learned from research about the connection between welfare policies and low-income women’s health. The brief discusses the multiple aspects of the TANF program that can influence women's health and well-being, including access to health insurance, work requirements and training options, links to health care services, and reproductive health provisions.
Kaiser Family Foundation, April 2003
"2003 State Health Care Priorities Survey Report"
Since 1997, the Health Policy Tracking Service (HPTS) at the National Conference of State
Legislatures (NCSL) has conducted its annual survey of state health priorities to anticipate the health
issues, priorities and initiatives that may be addressed in the coming legislative sessions. HPTS
researchers survey state legislators, legislative staff, governors’ offices and executive agencies to
identify their legislative priorities.
Health Policy Tracking Service, National Conference of State Legislatures, January 2003
Kaiser Family Foundation: State Budget Constraints: The Impact on Medicaid
This fact sheet summarizes the relationship of Medicaid with state budgets and discusses the current fiscal challenges in the states and how it is affecting Medicaid programs.
Kaiser Commission on Medicaid and the Uninsured, January 2003
"Health Insurance Tax Credits: Will They Work for Women?"
Based on an analysis of the plans offered in 25 cities, this study finds that tax credits of $1,000 or $1,500 per person would leave even healthy young women with a choice of plans with deductibles that would be high relative to their incomes.
Commonwealth Fund, December 2002
"Women’s Health in the United States: Health Coverage and Access to Care"
This report presents the findings from a nationally representative survey of nearly 4,000 women ages 18 to 64. A smaller survey of 700 men was conducted for comparison purposes. The survey report finds most women report generally positive experiences with the health care system, but a sizable share faced problems. A significant minority of nonelderly women reported delaying or going without care in the past year or not filling a prescription due to costs. Women are more likely than men both to face these problems and express concerns about the quality of health care they received.
Kaiser Family Foundation, May 2002
"Women's Health 2002"
Statistical report on the health status of America's women that shows
the disproportionate impact that certain health conditions such as
osteoporosis, asthma, diabetes and lupus have on women.
HHS, May 2002
"President's 2003 Budget Increases Funding for Women's Health"
HHS Press Release, February 5, 2002
"The Women’s Health Data Book: A Profile of Women’s Health in the United States"
The Women’s Health Data Book: A Profile of Women’s Health in the United States, offers the latest data and trends on the wide range of health issues that affect women across their life spans. Published by the Kaiser Family Foundation and the Jacobs Institute of Women’s Health, the Data Book is edited by Dawn Misra, Ph.D.
Kaiser Family Foundation, December 2001
"Making the Grade on Women's Health: A National and State-by-State Report Card 2001"
Report assesses the overall health of women at the state and national levels and explores 33 health status indicators and 32 health policy indicators, establishing benchmarks for assessing women's health using goals set by the Department of Health and Human Services' Healthy People initiative.
National Women's Law Center, the Oregon Health & Science University and FOCUS on Health & Leadership for Women at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, December 2001
"Key Facts: Women and Medicare"
This document profiles women who rely on Medicare, using the most current data available. It addresses the health needs and financial security concerns of women on Medicare. It highlights gaps in coverage, such as prescription drugs and long-term care, and presents public opinion data on women’s support for Medicare reform.
Kaiser Family Foundation, July 2001
"Women and Medicare"
This fact sheet highlights the health needs and financial security concerns of women on Medicare. Prescription drug coverage, supplemental insurance, and out-of-pocket costs are highlighted as key issues for women.
Kaiser Family Foundation, July 2001
"Women and Long-Term Care"
Fact sheet from the Older Women's League discussing the role women play in long-term care as well as older women's own long-term care needs.
Older Women's League (OWL)
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