Who We Are

Single-Payer Action Network Ohio (SPAN Ohio) is a coalition of individuals and organizations in working together to achieve fundamental reform of the health insurance system, first in our state and eventually at the national level, so that every resident is guaranteed full and comprehensive coverage from birth to death. SPAN Ohio is a non-partisan, non-profit 501(c)(4) organization. Contributions to SPAN are not tax deductible.

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State Director's Dinner and a Movie

The Healthcare Movie, a documentary film narrated by Keifer Sutherland, will be shown across the state wherever we can gather a group. The film deals with the ways in which the U.S. and Canadian healthcare systems diverged over the past half century and how cultural perceptions can be changed to improve the provision of care. So organize a potluck at a space in your community where the film can be played from DVD and projected with an adequate audio system. The film runs about one hour and discussion will follow. In addition, there will be an opportunity to participate in the Healthcare Human Rights Collaboration picture petition and obtain copies of the official Healthcare for All Ohioans Act petitions for circulation. To preview a trailer for the movie go to: http://www.healthcaremovie.net/. Contact SPAN State Director Kurt Bateman to schedule your screening today!  Phone 614-562-1066 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

Upcoming Events

  • SPAN Region 5 Presents The Healthcare Movie
    May 24, 2012 (7:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
    Whetstone Library meeting room, 3909 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214. Discussion will follow the movie. Everyone is invited.  CONTACT: bkrasen@wowway.com
  • SPAN Ohio State Council Meeting
    June 23, 2012 (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)
    AFSCME Ohio Council 8,
    6800 North High St.,
    Worthington, OH -
    DIRECTIONS: Take I-71 south or north, as the case may be, to 270 west, take 270 west to the first exit, which is I-23 ("Worthington"), take I-23 south to High Street, exit right off the...
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