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Another Reason Not to Smoke While Pregnant

It isn’t news that smoking is harmful to a person’s body. We know that women who smoke while they are pregnant can cause harm to their child in a variety of ways. A new study finds that babies that are exposed to cigarette smoke while in the womb end up doing poorly on reading comprehension tests later. Many of us have heard about studies that point out the harm that can come to developing babies who were exposed to cigarette smoke before birth. I think everyone has heard that smoking causes all kinds of health problems for adults who smoke, … Continue reading →

Medicaid Coverage in New York for Pregnant Women

The Medicaid programs in each state have a portion that is designed to cover the health care needs of women who are pregnant. In New York, the main Medicaid program will provide that coverage. The state also has a prenatal care program, and a family planning program. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It provides coverage for individuals and families who are low income, and who are unable to afford to buy a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also partially funded by … Continue reading →

New Jersey has Three Programs for Pregnant Women

Each state has its own Medicaid program. Every Medicaid program includes some coverage for women who are pregnant. The exact coverage can vary from one state to another. New Jersey has three Medicaid programs that cover women who are pregnant. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are low income and who cannot afford to buy a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of an individual … Continue reading →

MCHIP Covers Children and Pregnant Women

Every Medicaid program has a portion that is designed to specifically cover children. There is also a portion that covers women who are pregnant. In Maryland, MCHIP covers the health insurance needs of both of these groups. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to cover individuals and families who are low income and who cannot afford to purchase a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is partially funded by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of an individual state. In Maryland, the Medicaid program includes a … Continue reading →

Medicaid and FAMIS MOMS Covers Pregnant Women in Virginia

The Medicaid program in each and every state is designed to cover low income women who are pregnant. In Virginia, the main Medicaid program will provide that coverage. There is also a FAMIS MOMS program that can help those who do not qualify for the main Medicaid program. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It provides coverage to individuals and families who are low income, and who cannot afford to purchase a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also partially funded by the … Continue reading →

North Carolina Medicaid Covers Pregnant Women

Medicaid is a public form of health insurance that exists in every state. Part of the Medicaid program is designed to cover the health care needs of women. In North Carolina, there is a Medicaid for Pregnant Women program. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for individuals and families who are low-income and who cannot afford to purchase a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of an individual state. North … Continue reading →

South Carolina Medicaid Programs for Women

There is a portion of the Medicaid program in each state that covers the health care needs of women. South Carolina has several programs that provide coverage for family planning, pregnancy, or treatment for breast or cervical cancer. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to cover individuals and families who are low-income and who cannot afford to purchase a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. It is also funded by the government of an individual state. In South Carolina, the Medicaid program … Continue reading →

Exercising while Pregnant

Pregnancy doesn’t have to be a time in which you become a couch potato, eat everything in sight and gain more weight than necessary. Maintaining a fitness regime or even starting one up after becoming pregnant is important. Some people think that exercising while pregnant is dangerous. It can be if done incorrectly. This is why it’s always a good idea to first talk with your doctor. You may have certain restrictions or exercises that should be avoided. But for the most part, anything goes. Some exercises are particularly beneficial when you are pregnant. This includes walking, weight training, swimming, … Continue reading →

Florida has Several Medicaid Programs for Pregnant Women

Part of the Medicaid program in every state includes a portion that covers the health care needs of women who are pregnant. In Florida, there are several portions of their Medicaid program that are set up to cover women who are pregnant. Medicaid is a public, or government run, form of health insurance. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage for people who are low-income and who cannot afford to buy a health plan from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded, in part, by the federal government. Medicaid is also funded by the government of an individual state. … Continue reading →

Hoosier Healthwise Covers Pregnant Women in Indiana

There is a Medicaid program in each and every state. In Indiana, the main Medicaid program covers the health needs of eligible women who are pregnant. The Hoosier Healthwise Program can also cover pregnant woman. Indiana has a Presumptive Eligibility program as well. Medicaid is a public, or government run, health insurance program. It is designed to provide health insurance coverage to individuals and families who are low-income and who cannot afford to purchase health insurance coverage from a private insurance company. Medicaid is funded by both the federal government and the government of an individual state. In Indiana, Medicaid … Continue reading →