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JoAnnSW

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(06/26/09 10:54 PM)

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This is a rather interesting link. On a map of the country, you can click on your state and get a report of how healthcare fares in your state: http://www.healthreform.gov/

JoAnn, daughter 22, dysphoric bipolar disorder and insulin dependent diabetes, currently controlled with Lamictal, 400mgs, Lithium 450mgs, Seroquel 500mgs, Klonipin 1mg and two types of Insulin

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(06/26/09 11:17 PM)

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Interesting, JoAnn. I didn't see a grade for the nation as there was for the NAMI report. But a sad report for my state was rated average. I still think anyone who hasn't seen Sicko should rent it. It's not as depressing as I feared, but is an eye-opener.

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(06/27/09 12:17 PM)

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I dreamed of many things when he was born ...

The only reason Nick has insurance is because of Medicaid & they call the shots as to what meds he can & can't take. One up side though, we got a call from the mental health agency that works with Nick & provides in home counseling, saying that Medicaid requires a physical be on file. We're going, "Huh? This is for mental health." It seems Medicaid wants a physical to make sure there are not other health problems that could be attributing to the mental health problems.

When we went in to get the physical, Nick's doctor said he got a call from the director of the mental health agency explaining it to him.

Rayni, mom to Nick, 22, SSI, topamax, abilify, buspar, (Asperger's, bipolar, anxiety); prilosec (reflux); zyrtec-D, nasal spray (allergies); metformin (insulin resistance)

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(07/01/09 07:56 AM)

We live in Oklahoma, which is rated as weak for health. Sadly, this is no surprise.

Khadra

Lizzie age 6 (Asperger's/adhd/ocd)
Kayla age 6
Gage age 3.5 (BP, sensory issues)
Max age 18 months

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(07/02/09 11:15 AM)

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I'm in IL and we also Have been given the "weak" rating .

Lynn
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Mom to :
Jordon 19- BP II- :goodevil
Not taking any meds.

Alex 16 - Dyslexic and STILL learning to drive slap

Step Mom to :
Tasha 22 -healthy -learning to drive slap
Rob(Bubba) - 19 asperger syndrome - stopped taking meds.

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(07/02/09 12:29 PM)

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"Life is a millstone - YOU decide if it's going to grind you down or polish you up."

Interesting report...did not see "weak" or other ratings but the outlook on the current healthcare picture remains bleak. I hope some positive changes can take place with the new administration running things.

Heather
Mom of Alexa, (17 years old) Diagnosed BP-NOS (09/05), updated to BP II w/psychotic features (05/08)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Abilify (10 mg), Lamictal (200 mg), Klonipin (.5 mg) as needed
Topamax at night only (100 mg) Seroquel at night only (200mg) *when she is willing*
Attends alternative therapeutic high school (Ohio)

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(07/02/09 01:33 PM)

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"For I know the plans I have for you ... plans for a hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11

Heather, it is in the written report. About 1/2 way down the page, Ohio is rated as average. West Virginia is average too. Interesting.

Chris

DS-Matt,17 : DSolder- 24 : DD- 22

Depression, dx May 2008, ADHD- dx age 9
refuses meds and NOT LIVING AT HOME BY HIS CHOICE
Waiting to see if he will attend the "Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy"
"Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!" Philippians 4:4

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(07/02/09 04:13 PM)

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I just did some snooping and found that most of the states in the Deep South, including Texas, New Mexico and Florida, were rated as weak. For some reason, Alabama was an exception and got an average rating. Most of the states in the Northeast and West were average. A few states got rated as "strong." They were Minnesota, Michigan, North Dakota, Nebraska, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. I might have missed a few, but it presents an interesting picture. States that I thought would be leaders, like California and New York, were rated as average. North Dakota and Nebraska really surprised me with their "strong" ratings.

JoAnn, daughter 22, dysphoric bipolar disorder and insulin dependent diabetes, currently controlled with Lamictal, 400mgs, Lithium 450mgs, Seroquel 500mgs, Klonipin 1mg and two types of Insulin

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(07/03/09 06:51 AM)

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It was a very interesting site and I shared it at work. My booss wants to send some of the data to our clients. Thanks JoAnn!!

Lynn
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Mom to :
Jordon 19- BP II- :goodevil
Not taking any meds.

Alex 16 - Dyslexic and STILL learning to drive slap

Step Mom to :
Tasha 22 -healthy -learning to drive slap
Rob(Bubba) - 19 asperger syndrome - stopped taking meds.

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