Confused About Medicaid? 12 Facts You Need to Know

Medicaid has been in the news recently, amidst leadership changes in Washington, D.C.  The Medicaid program is an important part of the U.S. healthcare system, but many people don’t know much—if anything—about it. For many American families, Medicaid is a lifeline. It provides insurance coverage for people who don’t get benefits from a job, and…

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Advocates Get to the Heart of the Matter!

February is American Heart Month, a time to spotlight the importance of cardiovascular health and take steps to reduce the risks of heart disease—the leading cause of death in the U.S. Each year, the American Heart Association encourages individuals, families, and communities to focus on heart-healthy habits, such as eating nutritious foods, staying active, managing…

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Wildfire Smoke: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Health

When wildfires raged through Los Angeles in 2025, the property destruction looked like something out of a disaster movie. But the lingering health effects from wildfires can be all too real. The effects of wildfire smoke go beyond the visible haze, posing serious risks to respiratory and overall health. To help protect yourself and your…

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Health Insurance Denial? Get Help to Fight and Win

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If you’ve been watching the news, you probably know that the CEO of UnitedHealthcare—the giant health insurance company that covers more than 50 million people—was murdered in cold blood on the streets of Manhattan. You may have followed the manhunt and seen the police arrest the suspected killer. In another time or maybe with another…

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Get to know our advocates: Spotlight on Nancy Keller

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Welcome to the Umbra Health Advocacy Advocate Q&A series, where we introduce you to our community of healthcare experts and enthusiasts. In this post, we are thrilled to present Nancy Keller — who has been in the healthcare industry for over 40 years and is still going strong. She’s a medical scientist with an insatiable…

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Will AI Transform Your Healthcare? Here’s What You Need To Know

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Whether you’re already using ChatGPT to write your emails or you’re wary of artificial intelligence (AI), there’s no avoiding it. AI is permeating every aspect of modern life, including healthcare. But what does AI mean for you? Here are some key things to know about AI in healthcare. What is AI? Artificial intelligence (AI) refers…

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