I would like to take this opportunity to commend the Congressman for his vote on “Healthcare Reform”.

In this time of great tumult in Washington, it is important that we look at our representatives and make sure that they have the kept their promises to us, and have held fast to their principles.  Representative Emerson has been…

Hypocrisy abounds! Healthcare legislation has passed the House and moves to the Senate for contemplation. But even before the Senate tackles this landmark legislation there are Democrat and Republican Senators who are badmouthing various provisions of the legislation and its…

Flu season is upon us and we all know what that means: runny noses, coughing, and fevers.  Children are hugely affected by the flu. One child gets sick and then before you know it, they have passed the flu on to…

Patrick Naeger’s comments regarding AARP’s support of the health care reform bill approved by the House of Representatives illustrates his misunderstanding of the savings generated by the plan.  Mr. Narger’s assumes this money results from reduced benefits.  I suggest that he read the…

The reasoning put forth by those favoring a public health insurance option is that it would provide competition lacking in the present system. Even though present profit margins for insurance companies is only in the 3% to 6% range, more…

First off, Missouri should be commended for not making cuts to the State Children’s Health Insurance Program, (SCHIP) despite a decline in state revenue. While fourteen states across the country have tightened eligibility requirements or decreased covered services, thus far,…

For all you women out there who do not want the government coming between you and your physician in making your health decisions, please contact your senators now and tell them HANDS OFF YOUR…