Hillary Rodham Clinton - Health

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Health care reform legislation will be passed in 2009. "I think that the time has come. I think this president is committed to it. I think the leadership in Congress understands we have to do something and I think we'll get it done,”

Medical providers should not have the right to refuse medical care they find morally objectionable. Introduced law repealing the rule

The use of birth control is not equivalent to abortion. "We can't let them get away with this underhanded move to undermine women's health and that's why I am sounding the alarm."

Health insurance pricing should not favor those who meet physical standards. It is wrong that insurance companies can cherry pick - choosing just the healthiest patients and shutting out anyone who seems to them like a bad risk.

Congress should strengthen regulations on direct-to-consumer advertising. Clinton call for limits on direct-to-consumer advertising.

Vaccines containing thimerosal are not safe. "I will ensure that all vaccines are as safe as possible...to ensure that Thimerosal and mercury are removed"

Contraceptives should be covered by health insurance plans. Voted FOR an amendment that would require coverage of contaceptives by insurance companies

Silicon-gel breast implants should not be allowed on the market. "flaws in the basic research"

The FDA's drug approval process is not effective. Voted for S. 1082: Food and Drug Administration Revitalization Act

Employers should be required to offer health insurance to full-time employees. Large employers expected to provide coverage or contribute to cost; small businesses to receive a tax credit to offer coverage

The U.S. should expand the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Veto "has robbed nearly 4 million uninsured children"

Adults should be required by law to purchase health insurance. "Individuals will be required to get and keep insurance in a system where insurance is affordable and accessible."

Smoking should be prohibited in all indoor public places. "Banning Smoking In Public Places Would Be Good For America"

Food testing standards in America are not effective. "We need to do more"

The FDA should regulate tobacco products. Clinton cosponsor

The government should negotiate drug prices with pharmaceutical companies. Clinton co-sponsors Stabenow-Kennedy amendment

The U.S. should permit the import of prescription drugs from Canada. Clinton co-sponsored the bill that would allow importation

The U.S. government should provide universal healthcare. Hillary Care Is Still A Goal

UNKNOWN: Would a universal healthcare system require a tax increase?

UNKNOWN: Should physician-assisted suicide be legal?

UNKNOWN: Should the government regulate the cost of healthcare?

UNKNOWN: Is abstinence-only sex education effective?

UNKNOWN: Do people have a right to affordable healthcare?

UNKNOWN: Should the U.S. implement a single-payer health care system?

UNKNOWN: Should the U.S. do more to fight HIV/AIDS in Africa?

UNKNOWN: Do you use lip balm regularly?

UNKNOWN: When does life begin?

UNKNOWN: Should the government impose smoking bans?

UNKNOWN: Should healthcare reform include a government-sponsored health insurance option?

UNKNOWN: Should the government require labeling of genetically modified food?

UNKNOWN: Is "third-hand smoke" a viable concern?

UNKNOWN: Should a legal guardian be able to make life and death medical decisions for an individual in a persistant vegetative state if there is no living will?

UNKNOWN: Do humans have souls?

UNKNOWN: Should chain restaurants be required to display calorie counts on their menus?

UNKNOWN: Should employers offer health savings accounts?

UNKNOWN: Is Cuba's healthcare system effective?

UNKNOWN: Should insurance premiums be tax-deductible?

UNKNOWN: Is it necessary to grow food organically?

UNKNOWN: Should employer health care plans offer equivalent benefits for both mental health and physical conditions?

UNKNOWN: Should there be limits on the amount of damages awarded in medical malpractice suits?