Topic: Kathleen Sebelius

New jolt for healthcare reform? Insurer hikes rates 39 percent.

Democrats are using the decision of WellPoint to raise rates for some customers by as much as 39 percent – despite a $4.75 billion profit – to rally supporters.

Schwarzenegger goes to Washington to collect $6.9 billion

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is in Washington Wednesday to lobby for $6.9 billion in federal funds. The governor needs the money to help fill an almost $20 million budget hole and stave off cuts to services.

US officials combat public's wariness of swine flu vaccine

With polls showing that Americans are concerned about the safety of the swine flu vaccine, government health officials are being dispatched across the US to make the case for vaccination.

What would a Republican healthcare bill look like?

Democrats have chided Republicans for not offering their own healthcare ideas. But GOP attempts to turn the debate toward more incentives and fewer mandates have been rebuffed.

Health reform has a new messenger: Biden

With Obama tied up at the UN, Vice President Biden is out front on health reform. On Wednesday, he reassured seniors in suburban Maryland about their Medicare coverage.

Swine flu roundup: How are US schools, states preparing?

The measures include everything from vaccinations to forced quarantines to marketing campaigns with Elmo.

Is there a connection between healthcare reform and gun rights?

Yes, if there’s a centralized medical database. It’s one reason some people are showing up armed at town hall meetings.

Obama on healthcare: Passing a big bill is always 'messy'

If public option in healthcare is dead, what's next?

Obama administration officials have been talking up consumer-owned cooperatives. But they might not be big or strong enough to compete.

Can Obama get healthcare momentum back?

The administration is reviving several tactics that helped him get elected. But the opposition is aggressive, and Congress won’t be back in session for weeks.

'More has to be done' on health reform, Obama official says

Health Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and budget chief Peter Orszag vow that the effort won't break the budget, but more work lies ahead.

House intern faints, Obama's health plan to the rescue

Why healthcare providers joined forces with Obama

In 1993, they were a major factor in defeating President Clinton's proposals. But this time around, industry leaders sense change is inevitable, and they want a voice.

Insurers offer Obama $2 trillion in healthcare cost savings

Healthcare providers tell the president they can trim rising costs by 1.5 percent a year simply by being more efficient.

Specter the Defector to appear on two enchanting Sunday shows

Palin group tries to derail Sebelius HHS confirmation

Letters to the Editor

Readers write about needle and syringe exchange programs, Obama's handshake in Latin America, reverse-discrimation, and what US students learn about Islam.

Ho-hum. Another Obama nominee doesn't pay taxes

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Undaunted by the economy, Obama presses ahead on healthcare reform

His introduction of Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius (D) for secretary of health and human services marks an attempt to press for reforms even amid the economic crisis.

Obama kicks off health care week with two nominations

Obama names Sebelius to HHS - Howard Dean keeps his cool

Daschle's exit a big deal? Talking heads disagree!

With Daschle's withdrawal, can Obama repair image as ‘change’ agent?

The nominee for secretary of Health and Human Services bowed out Tuesday over tax missteps, as did another Obama pick.

McCain seeks to shift race’s focus

Tuesday’s debate is a chance to regain campaign momentum.