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Oklahoma Federal Representatives’ Role in Health Care Policy

TL/DR - Healthcare was a key issue addressed by Oklahoma U.S. Senators James Lankford and Markwayne Mullin upon their return to Washington after surveying storm damage. Lankford criticized UnitedHealth and its CEO, Andrew Witty, for their response to a data leak and detailed rural Oklahomans' struggles with using Medicare Advantage. Mullin…

Overcoming Obstacles to Affordable Healthcare: A Guide

TL/DR - A recent survey by PhRMA reveals that having health insurance doesn't always guarantee optimal healthcare outcomes for Americans with concerns about out-of-pocket costs and access to necessary medications being identified as significant barriers. Forty percent of insured adults reported postponing medical treatment due to cost, and 38% of…