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This webinar held on Friday May 24,will review best practices for improving cultural competency among a state’s health care workforce. More

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View NCSL comment letters on proposed Federal Rules governing multi-state plans, and standards related to the Essential Health Benefits and more. More

Health Reform:  State Actions Newsletter

This newsletter highlights federal health reform actions in the states. View the most recent newsletter and all 55 archive editions. More

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!Women's Health Across the Lifespan OverviewReports2/28/2013 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1440714407Provides an overview of health policy issues facing women across the lifespan. The page also highlights recent NCSL publications, news articles and other resources.
HPV Vaccine: State Legislation and StatutesBill Summaries/ Databases5/21/2013 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1438114381Legislation and statutes regarding human papillomavirus vaccine.
Fetal Homicide State LawsBill Summaries/ Databases2/4/2013 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1438614386Provides a 50 state summary of laws related to fetal homicide. Also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources.
[Fall Forum 2012] Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2012Multimedia12/5/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2559125591Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2012
Health Reform and Abortion Coverage in the Insurance Exchanges (State Implementation Brief)Bill Summaries/ Databases10/25/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2109921099Health Reform and Abortion Coverage in the Insurance Exchanges
Emergency Contraception State LawsBill Summaries/ Databases8/24/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1442014420Summary of state laws related to emergency contraception. Also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources.
Pharmacist Conscience Clauses Laws and InformationBill Summaries/ Databases5/15/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1438014380Pharmacist Conscience Clauses Laws and Information
Insurance Coverage for Infertility LawsBill Summaries/ Databases3/21/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1439114391A 50-state summary of laws related to insurance coverage for infertility. The webpage also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources.
Smoking During Pregnancy PostcardArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters3/1/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2442724427This NCSL postcard provides information about smoking among women of reproductive age and smoking during pregnancy.
Insurance Coverage for Contraception State LawsBill Summaries/ Databases2/23/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1438414384Provides a 50 state summary of insurance coverage requirements for contraception. Also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources.
Improving Women’s Health: Opportunities and Challenges in Health ReformArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2403924039Improving Women’s Health: Opportunities and Challenges in Health Reform
Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2011 VideoMultimedia11/29/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2397723977Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2011
Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2011Multimedia11/29/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2392323923Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2011
States Implement Health Reform Brief: Women's HealthArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters11/1/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2392723927States Implement Health Reform Brief: Women's Health
Healthy People 2020: A Road Map for HealthArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters6/8/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2312723127LegisBrief: By identifying goals, objectives and benchmarks to track progress in 42 areas, this national initiative aims to help state policymakers improve the health of all Americans.
Healthy People 2020 and Maternal and Child HealthReports5/31/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1676516765This webpage provides information about the women, adolescent and child-related objectives of the federal Healthy People 2020 initiative.
Breastfeeding State LawsBill Summaries/ Databases5/24/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1438914389Provides a 50 state summary of breastfeeding laws, including an overview of policy topics, recent NCSL publications and other resources.
Offices of Women's Health State Laws Bill Summaries/ Databases5/17/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1437714377Provides a 50 state breakdown of laws related to commissions, offices and task forces on womens health. Also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources.
Osteoporosis LawsBill Summaries/ Databases5/13/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1447214472Provides a 50 state breakdown of laws related to osteoporosis. Also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources.
Health Reform and Women, Children and Adolescents (State Implementation Brief)Reports4/19/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2019420194This webpage summarizes the provisions of the federal health reform law that specifically affect women, children and adolescents.
Improving Women's Health: State Policy OptionsArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters3/25/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2211722117Improving Women's Health: State Policy Options
Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2010Multimedia12/14/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2192421924Women's Health Preconference: Fall Forum 2010
The Economic Benefits of BreastfeedingArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters1/12/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1951219512LegisBrief: Increasing breastfeeding rates among the 41 percent of U.S. births covered by Medicaid may be a potential strategy for state budget savings.
Osteoporosis Breaks Bones and BudgetsArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters4/8/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1390013900LegisBrief: Early detection and treatment of osteoporosis can save states millions of dollars in health care costs attributed to the estimated 10 million Americans who suffer from the disease.
Medicaid Services Across a Woman's LifespanArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters2/1/2007 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1390113901LegisBrief: At least 70 percent of Medicaid beneficiaries over age 14 are women. Under Medicaid, women have access to health care for children, pregnancy-related services, family planning, comprehensive coverage for disabilities, and Medicare supplemental services.
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