Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Federal Budget Cuts will Pose a Financial Strain on New Jersey and Threatens Essential Healthcare Services for Children and Families The NJ Department of Human Services has assessed how Congressional budget proposals could impact Medicaid provider pay, eligibility, and benefits—affecting thousands of children and families statewide. Federal funds cover over half […]
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ACT NOW: Protect health insurance coverage for our most vulnerable
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Tomorrow, Congress is scheduled to vote on a Budget Resolution that mandates the House Energy and Commerce Committee, which oversees Medicaid, to make at least $880 billion in cuts to the federal budget over the next ten years. This can only happen by cutting Medicaid. Why This Matters: Federal Medicaid dollars […]
Did you know in New Jersey, you have the option to stay on your parent’s health insurance policy until age 31?
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin By Stephen Eisdorfer ACNJ Volunteer For more information on this topic, visit https://acnj.org/issues/child-health/ Under most employer-provided group health insurance plans, on your 26th birthday, you, the adult child, become ineligible, or “age out,” for coverage under your parent’s policy. But there are still a few options available to you. Here’s what […]
Did you know asthma-related hospital visits are back on the rise?
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin By Alena Siddiqui Data Analyst For more information on this topic or kids count data, contact Alena at asiddiqui@acnj.org Asthma is a disease that affects the lungs. Common asthma triggers are air pollution, secondhand smoke, physical exercise, and mold to name a few. Some common symptoms of asthma include shortness of […]
Did you know lead testing is crucial for children?
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin By Alena Siddiqui Data Analyst For more information on this topic or kids count data, contact Alena at asiddiqui@acnj.org Background on Lead Use in the U.S. Lead is a naturally occurring metal known for being malleable, not easily corroded, and has a low melting point. In the past, lead was used […]
