Your Weekly Dose of Health April 29, 2016

National News:

• A proposal on the ballot in Colorado would have the state replace the Affordable Care Act with universal health care coverage.
• A recent study in Obstetrics and Gynecology found that treating depression in pregnant women can benefit not only them but also their baby.

State News:

• Speaking of treating depression, the governor announced that DFS has issued guidance to health insurers regarding their role in providing coverage for maternal depression screening.
• The governor announced today plans to seek federal approval to offer Medicaid coverage to incarcerated individuals with serious health issues.

City News:

• Mayor de Blasio announced the release of a report outlining his plans to address the financial shortfall of Health and Hospitals. In his executive budget, he proposed to invest an additional $160 million into H&H.
• His executive budget also included plans to triple the number of intensive care mental health units on Riker’s Island.

Upcoming Events:

• The Discovering Cures – Biosimilars Lunch and Learn event is being hosted May 4^th from noon to 1:30 in the Albany Room of the Empire State Plaza.
• The United Hospital Fund is holding its annual Medicaid Conference on July 14^th in New York City. Read more here.