Dr. Wen was interviewed on WYPR's Midday Healthwatch, where she talked about some of the key legislative battles being waged over public health policy, and addressed listeners' comments and questions.
Maryland lawmakers are considering their own version of the Affordable Care Act. One bill that's getting the most attention would create an individual mandate. Residents without insurance would face a $700 fine or use that money for a down payment to purchase insurance.
Maryland lawmakers are considering their own version of the Affordable Care Act. Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr. Leana Wen said people are worried about the federal health care changes.
