Shefali Luthra appears in the following:
Unpacking The Supreme Court's Mifepristone Case
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
With the Supreme Court hearing arguments this morning over the FDA's approval of a medication abortion drug called Mifepristone, Shefali Luthra, health reporter covering the intersect...
How Abortion Did on the Ballot
Wednesday, November 08, 2023
The results of abortion-related votes in places like Ohio and Virginia, and what it signals about 2024.
The State of Abortion 50 Years After Roe
Monday, January 23, 2023
Fifty years after Roe v Wade, a look at the post-Dobbs state of abortion rights in the U.S.
The Latest on State Abortion Restrictions
Monday, September 12, 2022
States continue to react to the Supreme Court's landmark opinion that overturned Roe v. Wade earlier this year. The 19th reporter Shefali Luthra reports on the latest.
Kansas Votes on Abortion Rights
Tuesday, August 02, 2022
A deep dive into the implications of the Kansas referendum as the fallout from the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v Wade continues.
How Did The SCOTUS Leak Move Listeners To Action?
Monday, May 09, 2022
In the wake of a leaked Supreme Court draft opinion overturning the abortion rights enshrined in Roe v. Wade (1973), listeners call in to tell us how they've been moved to action.
The Uncertain Future of Abortion Rights in the U.S
Thursday, December 02, 2021
Yesterday, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a Mississippi abortion rights case. Shefali Luthra, reporter for The 19th, discusses what the case could mean for reproductive health.
Insurers Sank Connecticut's 'Public Option.' Would A National Version Survive?
Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Even in a solidly blue state where voters were demanding relief from the high cost of health care, the idea of a government-run public option for health insurance faced a "steam train of opposition."
A Top Restaurateur Thinks Single-Payer Health Care Could Boost His Bottom Line
Tuesday, February 04, 2020
Offering health benefits can help elite restaurants hire and keep ace employees. But owners would rather focus on great food, they say, than drown in administrative costs. Is single-payer the answer?
2020 Affordable Care Act Health Plans: What's New
Thursday, November 21, 2019
ACA plans for 2020 are cheaper than last year — premiums lower, on average. And in some areas, people who qualify for federal subsidies could end up with no monthly payment. But read the fine print.
Poor People Are Still Sicker Than The Rich In Germany, Despite Universal Health Care
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Even with generous health coverage, sizable health disparities persist between Hamburg's wealthier and poorer neighborhoods. Crowding, poor air quality and fewer physicians plague poorer areas.
$2,733 To Treat Iron-Poor Blood? Iron Infusions For Anemia Under Scrutiny
Thursday, August 01, 2019
Iron-deficiency anemia is often remedied with drugstore iron pills. But if that doesn't work, doctors sometimes prescribe iron infusions — and the bill for that can vary by thousands of dollars. Why?
As Sanders Calls For 'Medicare-For-All,' A Twist On That Plan Gains Traction
Thursday, April 11, 2019
"Medicare for America" would stop short of a full-blown expansion of Medicare. It would include copays from patients and a role for insurers. Could it survive health care's politics?
Bipartisan Support Builds For Limits On Surprise Medical Bills
Tuesday, February 05, 2019
President Trump said that taming unexpected medical bills would be a top priority for his administration. The sentiment found support from many in Congress.
How The Federal Shutdown Is Affecting Health Programs
Thursday, January 03, 2019
As the partial closure of the government continues, here's a look at the affected programs that have a bearing on health and health care.
Should TV Drug Ads Be Forced To Include A Price? Trump's Team Says Yes
Monday, October 15, 2018
With high drug prices a hot election issue, drugmakers and the Trump administration are jockeying over how to bring prices down. But critics say the proposed fixes don't have enforcement teeth.
Medicaid Officials Target Home Health Aides' Union Dues
Thursday, August 09, 2018
The Trump administration has proposed a rule that would prohibit some home health workers from having union dues deducted from their paychecks. The rule would likely undercut unions' power, all agree.
Rising Cost Of PrEP To Prevent HIV Infection Pushes It Out Of Reach For Many
Saturday, June 30, 2018
Many people at high risk for HIV can't afford PrEP, though it's more than 90 percent effective. The HIV medicine's list price, close to $2,000 for a 30-day supply, has risen 45 percent in six years.
Federal Appeals Court Finds State's Drug Price-Gouging Law Unconstitutional
Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Legal analysts say the decision to overturn Maryland's law could slow momentum for other states that are attempting to take action to curb high drug costs.
Financial Side Effects From A Prescription For Toenail Fungus
Friday, March 16, 2018
A prescription for a drug called Kerydin depleted one woman's health reimbursement account without her even knowing it. When should health care providers broach costs with patients?
