Monday, April 28, 2008

70 billion fron Iraq Afghanistan but no money for child health care

70 billion fron Iraq Afghanistan but no money for child health care?
wow why is this goin on. Why will no one step up and say something wow if don't wanna help sick kids then you have a problem its not there fault they are ppor and they should not be punished for something they have no control over.
Current Events - 6 Answers
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Welcome to the Bush Administration! -Where there's ALWAYS lots of money for War, -but precious little for Our Children, Seniors- or Working People... :(
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Well you people keep right on voting for both those parties candidates. VOTE LIBERTARIAN!!!!
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Yep the bums are blowing our social security. We need to throw them out of that North Eastern Palace.
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Refering to the yahoo news yesterday, it was a political deal. Senate approved that funding and Bush would release some other benefit to public. Anyway, if U.S. soldiers cannot clean up Ladden and his followers, U.S. child would have to be muslim or even suicide bombers eventually.
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He didnt sign the childrens healthcare bills because they didnt help POOR children. I wouldnt have signed them either.
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It would have helped a lot of lower middle class families. Right now if you make less than 70k a year and live in the city you are probably not a homeowner and have little savings. SCHIP would have covered these people who are far above poverty, but below middle class. Its a shame that Republicans destroy Unions which provide health care, then they take away government help for working Americans.

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Thursday, April 24, 2008

Do social conservatives know that it is better for the health of the child to have young parents

Do social conservatives know that it is better for the health of the child to have young parents?
It seems like those of us who are waiting to have children until we are financially stable are at greater risk of having children with chronic diseases. The father's age is important to the health of the child. Autism, when it is not already in the family, is related to older fathers. So are many cancers, and other disease affecting the nervous system. Are women interested in this? There is much research over many years, but preventing disease is not financially profitable so it is under the radar screen. Younger does not mean teenage to me, it means 22-35. Older mean 36 and above.
Gender Studies - 6 Answers
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I agree. It is much better if the parents are young. One of my biggest regrets is not getting married and having kids earlier. I would have more energy for my kids, and they don't care if you're rich, they care if you're there for them.
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Interesting. In all the articles I've read on Autism- I have never heard the correlation with older fathers. I'm interested, but skeptical.
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I don't think so, only when you are ready to have a child. Most young people aren't ready to have children and thus they become bad parents or absent parents, then where would the child be or to cope?
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It is also responsible Adults thjat wait to have a Child so that they can raise them properly. The trend is no longer marrying and having kids in your early 20's, with many good reasons to.
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yeah health and physical wise. but when you are older, you know more (assumption) and have more time to devote to parenting. I dont want to be one of those parents that have children as "friends" plus, i have never heard of a young couple trying for a baby, pregnancy is usually an "accident" at that age range My father was in his mid 50s when he had me, and because I was active as a child I kept him running even today in his 70s he still rides his bike and me and my little brother are healthy people! when your older you can devote more time and money to your child as far as health problems. the balance between childhood and career is more balanced when your older because you have the experience to gain jobs where as a youngster, you are still trying to get in the door
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It's not good for the child's psychological health. Children who live with teen parents have a higher risk of being abused, therefore leading to behavioural and developmental complications down the line. (I'm a liberal, by the way.)
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i guess it's a good thing i married a younger man, since i did wait 'till i was stable. ;)

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Sunday, April 20, 2008

Is a minor child's parent required to provide health insurance for baby of minor child

Is a minor child's parent required to provide health insurance for baby of minor child?
My brother is divorced and pays child support and provides health insurance for his 2 kids. One of his minor daughters just gave birth to a baby. Will he be required to provide health insurance for the baby of his dependent, or will the State of Texas require the baby's father to "step up"?
Newborn & Baby - 10 Answers
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the fathers parents
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The baby's father is required to pay the child support. But if the father is a minor, then his father is required to pay the child support.
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Well, if his daughter is not legally old enough to care for herself, then she does not have legal guardianship of her new baby. Someone over 18 should have that... whoever has that may be responsible. But because of the situation, there may be something the state might handle. You may want to look into it legally.
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Your probably going to have to look up the laws of Texas. I would think that the babys father would have to provide insurance not the babys grandfather. She can also apply for the state aid insurance.
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Texas doesn't require that every child have health insurance. Unless stated in the divorce decree, your brother wont have to provide insurance for the baby. If worried about the baby having health insurance, the baby's mother could enroll it in the Chip program. Health insurance for 6 months for $50. If your brother can afford it, it would be nice for him to put the baby on his insurance, if he can. If he cant, it's not his baby and therefore not his responsibilty to provide insurance. Good Luck!
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the father will have to "step up" but she will also have to "step up". Most likely the baby will be eligible for state insurance covered by welfare.
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No. Health insurance is not required. Of course, if something happens to the baby and it has to go to the doctor or hospital, all the bills will have to be paid out of pocket and this can be more devastating than have to pay a little every month for insurance.
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Not at all. It's not your brothers child, its his daughters. because she is a minor she could probably get Medicaid (free insurance) but it's up to the father of the baby to take care of his kid, not the grandfathers
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many health insurance plans won't cover a dependant's child. Not unless your brother legally adopts his grandchild. If his health insurance is willing to cover the baby and it doesn't increase his rates dramactically he should.
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You should call the state insurance department or talk to a lawyer. Jared Balis http://www.utahinsurance.org http://www.healthinsuranceinutah.com

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Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Why should parents' rights come before the child's health

Why should parents' rights come before the child's health?
I believe a doctor should be allowed to do whatever is best for the patient without asking the parents' permission to do anything. They can be informed, but damn it, the child's health and well being should come before parental rights. My aunt is a nurse, and she's seen kids in terrible pain and doctors can't do anything about the pain because the parents are pondering whether anesthesia is good or not. It's sick parental rights come before another person's health and well being.
Law & Ethics - 5 Answers
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if its critical/severe then yeah also if the child needs it done they should do it without the parents consent answer mine please? http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AvsA.ATSd8u1ue.eEEKXYMvsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20091107105814AAs3UVw
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Sometimes a parent has a 'gut feeling' that something will harm their child. and you can even go a stretch. The right of a 'mom' trumps the right of her unborn child (aka fetus). She can have the doctor kill the perfectly healthy baby, so she the mom is not inconvenienced.
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Doctor skills, practices, knowledge, and interests are all over the place. They are only human. Parents know their children better than the doctors they see. Your point of view is clearly limited to your perception of your aunt's experiences.
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yes, but if it violates a religious code, they can be sued. there are people out there who follow a religion where they believe piercing the skin in anyway is a defilement of the body and makes you unpure. then you have the crackpot Watchtower people (i cannot think of the name right now, my brain is fried) who won't take blood.
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I hate to tell you...but parents have the right...to decide whats best for their children. Most parents...know whats better for their children...then the doctor does. Your communist...thinking...is illogical and won't ever get you married...to have your own children. I do however agree with this: "I'd rather that money go to health care than for a pointless war."

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Saturday, April 12, 2008

I was abandoned by my husband, Can I get child health plus or medicaid insurance for my newborn

I was abandoned by my husband, Can I get child health plus or medicaid insurance for my newborn?
are they going to deny me health insurance for the baby because I am legally married, even though I dont know where he is?
Newborn & Baby - 13 Answers
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Good luck with that, my deary.
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you need to seek help from social services. they can assign you a case manager and they can help you through this rough time, good luck
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hahahahaha
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Got to your medicaid office and talk to them about the situation. They might have some kind of waiver.
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i really have no idea on what to say sorry?!?!?
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Your children should be able to get medicaid with no problem. Sorry to hear of your situation, I hope things improve for you and your little ones, keep your chin up and eyes forward!
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call your local family independence agency FIA Office or Health Department
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You need to go to the child protection office where you live.they can get you information on some ways for you to get insurance coverage.You may even be able to get some financial help from the state, then they will find him and make him pay restitution for it. Good luck.
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If you can show that you have limited income you should be able to get your child insurance. Even if he were with you, you might be able to get it. It depends on the total income
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If your husband is employed and you are still legally married, then you should still be under his health insurance. If he isn't employed or has no health insurance, contact your local social services agency NOW, explain the situation and they should be able to take it from there. Good luck to you and your baby.
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hmmm..good question. Here in NY i was denied financial assitance with day care ...even though i qualified for it...because hubby is responsible for paying half ...etc..etc... when filling out the forms...you can lie and say you are not married...i suggest you start divorce proceedings on your own though....for abandonment. if you are in NY...'child health plus ' is a great health ins. very cheap or free for some...quick application too. Good Luck
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Sorry to hear that. Now it's your turn to as all single mom's do step up and take control. You are entitled to numerous things. Do not see these things as a handout. Go to the hospital or family agency they usually have booths set up to enroll children. Your next step should be to go for child support. If he is not dead or just wants to be awol. Do it as fast as you can no matter where hje goes he will be found through his social security. It'll be done faster doue to your matrriage. Good luck and love your baby unconditionally and everything you do do it for the both of you.
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If you go to your local Income Support Division (often called the Fodd Stamp office) you should be able to get Mediciade. They would still look at your income and/or ability to get insurance for your child. If you arent able to afford then your baby should qualify. The aplication can be rather lengthy and there will be an interview where you are able to explain your situation. As another poster mentioned you may also qualify for cash assistance if he isnt paying child support. (TANF) Either way they will most likely have a stipulation that you cooperate with your states Child Support Division, which is governed by the states Attorney Genrals office, which is a good thing. They will try to track down your hubby and start making him pay some child support and possibly provide health coverage for the baby. Best place to star maybe be typing "medicaid your state" (whatever your state is) into google and it should provide you with some links/info as far as where to go to apply for your area.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2008

How the CAT scan during pregnancy affects the child's health in the future

How the CAT scan during pregnancy affects the child's health in the future?
I was 6.5 mo. pregnant when doctors scheduled a CAT scan on my lungs. At that time I had no clue about possible danger for my child. However now, after reading all these articles on the Web, my life could be described by one single word "FEAR". I'm afraid for my daughter now and most importatly for her future. People with similar experiences please be so kind and share with me how is your kids' health? I thank you in advance.
Other - Pregnancy & Parenting - 3 Answers
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they could turn the kid into The Green Lantern?
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A different situation but I hope this will help you. I had pluerisy on my 1st pregnancy and had to have an x ray of my lungs. I was given lots of literature to read and all of it frightened the life out of me. I was full sure that my child would be affected by the radiation. In the end I spoke to a medic friend of mine who reassured me that everything in the notes were worst case scenarios and the chances of any effects on my baby were mimimal. I had the x ray with a lead apron protecting my baby and I now have a healthy little girl who will be 6 this week. Speak to someone you trust about this and it will put your mind at ease.
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There are two things working in your favor here....you were past your first trimester (a fetus is more radiosensitive very early in a pregnancy) and the CT scan was of an area other than your pelvis. X-rays do not fly all willy nilly around a room. They are highly directed and concentrated beams of radiation, which expose only the area of interest...in your case, your lungs. Your baby probably got very little, if any radiation from this CT scan. I urge you to talk to your OB/GYN, as he/she can probably reassure you better than anyone on this forum. The following is taken from a website which has questions answered by qualified medical personel who are experts in radiation and it's effects. Here is what I found: "There should be no effects from the chest x ray or the chest CT scan. The risks to the baby are minimal, if any, when x rays are taken of areas other than the abdomen. This is because the x-ray beam is focused only on the area of interest in order to minimize doses to other areas of the body. When you receive a diagnostic x-ray study of your head, teeth, chest, arms, or legs at a qualified facility, the exposure of the x rays is not to your baby. The "scatter" that might reach the baby would be extremely small and would not represent an increased risk for birth defects or miscarriage to your embryo." http://hps.org/publicinformation/ate/q2720.html "QUESTION: I just had a chest CT and am worried about the effect on my baby. I am 15 weeks pregnant (13 weeks fetal age) and they thought I might be having a clot in my lung, so they did the chest CT. Will this have any impact on my baby? They put two layers of lead shields on my pelvic region and said the x rays were only shot above that part anyway (my lungs). My concern is the iodine stuff they put in my veins. I didn't realize that was radioactive. I drank tons of water today to try to flush it out of my system. Will that hurt the baby? ANSWER: There should be no effects from the chest CT scan. The risks to the baby are minimal, if any, when x rays are taken of areas other than the abdomen. This is because the x-ray beam is focused only on the area of interest in order to minimize doses to other areas of the body. When you receive a diagnostic x-ray study of your head, teeth, chest, arms, or legs at a qualified facility, the exposure of the x rays is not to your baby. The "scatter" that might reach the baby would be extremely small and would not represent an increased risk for birth defects or miscarriage to your embryo. As for the iodine that was used, it is not radioactive. It is used as a contrast agentâ€”meaning that the doctors were able to see some areas within the body better with this contrast agent in them. Kelly Classic Certified Medical Health Physicist " http://hps.org/publicinformation/ate/q2804.html

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Friday, April 4, 2008

What's the crime when a parent falsely commits a child to a mental health facility for ulterior motives

What's the crime when a parent falsely commits a child to a mental health facility for ulterior motives?
Mental Health Centers will often accept minors if their custodial parent commits them and has health insurance to pay for their institutionalization. But when the parent is not qualified to make such determination as to the true mental health of the child, what crime has the parent commit for orchestrating a false institutionalization? Can the mental health facility be held liable for accepting a healthy minor and forcing them into treatment and medication when the minor has no mental illness or psychosis and does not need treatment or medication? What is the body of law that governs patient rights of minors in this situation? The parent won't specify what they believe is wrong outside of claiming the child is having anxiety attacks, yet there is nothing in the child's behavior or words that would indicate an anxiety attack. The mother talks over and ignores the child, and when the child gets upset for being treated this way, the mother says it is the child's fault and they are having an anxiety attack. The child now feels as though they cannot express any emotion whatsoever for fear the mother will label it disfunctional or suspect, and the mother doesn't even have a college degree and no training in mental health diagnosis or therapy. At worst, the child may need to learn to be more patient and not jump to conclusions, but after years of being trampled over and ignored, one can understand their trained frustration.
Mental Health - 3 Answers
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Interesting question. It really depends on the motivations of the parents. Can you clarify? If it's for attention, the parents have Munchausen by Proxy. If they're trying get rid of the kid for a while, it's neglect or emotional abuse. If the mental health facility knows that the child is not sick and still institutionalizes him/her, then it's probably something like a civil rights violation. Either way, the Family Courts/Department of Child and Family Services in your area would be the place to start. But can you clarify more?
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The law kinda gets murky in this area. As the parent/guardian is in controll of the minor's well being, they have the right to grant temporary custody to a mental facility, but if there really isn't anything wrong with the child the facility probably won't take them in.
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From what is stated, there may be parental negligence, or child endangerment. The institution may be liable for misdiagnosis or acting without physician participation in treatment. If there is a primary doctor for the child, records must be subpoenaed to see what medications have been prescribed and if there is a history of mental instability. If the child has received an inheritance and has an executor, there may be additional charges, but this should be discussed with an attorney, and/or the child should be taken to a psychologist for evaluation.

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Tuesday, April 1, 2008

What Form Does An Elderly Parent Need to Fill Out to Give an Adult Child Access to Health Information

What Form Does An Elderly Parent Need to Fill Out to Give an Adult Child Access to Health Information?
Is there a form that an elderly parent can sign to give permission for an adult child to (1) talk to doctors and/or nurses about the parent's health records, etc. and (2) make decisions for the parent if the parent's health becomes very frail? I'm not sure if a "Health Care Power of Attorney" does this. Your help is appreciated.
Law & Ethics - 2 Answers
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Yes, the Power of Attorney does just that.
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A Durable Health Care Power of Attorney would be the place to start. Additional forms may be necessary, depending on your particular state laws. You will need at least three notarized originals - one for you, one for your parent, and one for your parent's doctor. If it were me, I would give a fourth notarized original to a trusted relative who doesn't live with either you or your parent. Before the time arrives that you would have to use it, make sure that you and your parent (going there together) give one of the originals to your parent's doctor, that your parent states their wishes (the ones in your question), and you confirm with the doctor that they now have all they need to grant those wishes IN ANY CIRCUMSTANCE. You need your parent to be there when the form is given to the doctor so the doctor has no doubt that your parent was of sound mind when they signed the form. The main reason for giving an original to a trusted relative is that if you take your parent to the hospital, this relative could bring their original to the hospital if needed. You wouldn't have to leave the hospital to go get it. There's also a chance (especially if your parent lives with you) that both of your originals could be lost or destroyed, and this provides for a backup original. Good luck!

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