Kate Wells, KFF Health News, Author at Bridge Michigan

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Abdul El-Sayed’s victory in Michigan propels ‘Medicare for All’ debate

by Kate Wells, KFF Health News November 6, 2026November 6, 2026

Progressive victories in the midterm elections have reignited calls for ‘Medicare for All’ as voters struggle with rising healthcare costs, but critics warn of ‘huge’ political risks.

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Backlash led Michigan to ease student vaccine waivers. What happened next

by Kate Wells, KFF Health News June 3, 2026June 3, 2026

Michigan health officials tried making it harder for parents to send their kids to school unvaccinated. Now, relaxed rules are helping counties move away from a policy once credited with sharply reducing vaccine waivers.