Mike Jacobson: Exploring Healthcare Cost Reduction

Mike Jacobson: Exploring Healthcare Cost Reduction

Last week, I made you aware of the issues facing the property and casualty insurance industry and the real impact those issues are having on the voters of the 42nd District. This also includes the many insurance agents who work every day to help their clients stay insured and at the best possible rates. This …

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WVU develops public policy model to address state’s opioid crisis

WVU develops public policy model to address state's opioid crisis

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. While solutions to the opioid crisis often involve either strengthening law enforcement or expanding the reach of health services, West Virginia University researchers said they believed the best approach was a synergistic mix of the two. To illustrate what policies and strategies have been effective and generate ideas for combating the epidemic, they …

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New California law could force people with mental illness to seek treatment

New California law could force people with mental illness to seek treatment

A new California law will expand the state’s ability to force residents with serious mental illness and substance abuse problems into treatment. Senate Bill 43, signed into law Tuesday by Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), expands the definition of “seriously ill” to include people unable to meet their basic needs due to untreated mental illness or …

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New California law aims to force people with mental illness or substance abuse to get help

California's Governor Gavin Newsom speaks to the media after casting his vote at a voting center at The California Museum ...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) More Californians with untreated mental illness and substance abuse problems could be held against their will and forced into treatment under a new law signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, a measure aimed at help restructure the state’s mental health system and address its problems. growing homeless crisis. The new law, which reforms …

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New California law aims to force people with mental illness or substance abuse to get help

New California law aims to force people with mental illness or substance abuse to get help

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) More Californians with untreated mental illness and substance abuse problems could be held against their will and forced into treatment under a new law signed Tuesday by Gov. Gavin Newsom, a move aimed at to help restructure the state’s mental health system and remedy the situation. its growing homeless crisis. The new …

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Brownie Points selling kosher treats at Cleveland Browns Stadium

Brownie Points selling kosher treats at Cleveland Browns Stadium

For Cleveland Browns fans, the catchphrase “Here we go Brownies” now takes on a double meaning. Starting this season, Columbus-based Brownie Points will sell its products at every game at Cleveland Browns Stadium. Owned by sister-in-law and Ohio residents Lisa Berliner and Lisa King, the partnership came together quickly after a pop-up session at TENSPACE …

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