The economic climate and spike in unemployment rates throughout the country have rendered some people and families uninsured, but San Luis Obispo is setting an example for others by providing quality health care — free of charge. The SLO Noor Foundation Free Clinic (SNFFC), which currently offers free primary care and vision services, opened Oct. […]
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Posted inOpinion
Women denied health insurance because of sexual attacks
In the United States, a sexual assault or rape happens every two minutes and 60 percent of the incidents are never reported to the police. In 2007, 248,300 sexual assaults were reported.
Posted inNews
Uncovered: Many Poly students don’t plan ahead for health coverage
As graduates are enter the “real world” they will most likely look for jobs, places to live and … health insurance. Most students do not know about health care.
Posted inColumns, Opinion
Health care reforms not Obama’s Nov. promises
Is Obama’s most recent outline for health care reform really up to what he promised back in November? As a candidate, Obama’s health care platform was multifaceted and ambitious.