The murder of the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, America's largest health insurer, has generated a lot of discourse over the past ...
The aging US population is increasing demand for healthcare, with those aged 65+ projected to rise by 47% by 2050. Workforce shortages and employee burnout are major challenges, with nearly half of ...
A common thread in efforts to improve the system is to become more patient-centered, as emphasized in the landmark Institute of Medicine Report, “Crossing the Quality Chasm,” nearly 25 years ago. To ...
Imagine being discharged from the emergency room after a severe asthma flare-up, only to return to a home located near factories or congested roadways that heavily pollute the air. Or having your ...
Earlier this month, the chief executive officer of UnitedHealthcare was assassinated during morning rush hour on a busy block in Midtown Manhattan; the alleged killer’s confession went viral, in ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has announced a plan for a new private health tracking system that will make it easier for patients to access their health records and monitor their wellness ...
As U.S. health insurance costs rise, some companies are paying for all of their workers' premiums. It's a big expense — but ...
(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Simon F. Haeder, The Ohio State University (THE CONVERSATION) Major rifts over key ...
Victor Murray, MSW, of the Camden Coalition, delves into the evolving role of social workers, focusing on advocacy, systems change, and addressing health disparities in underserved communities.
Iowa officials launched the state's new behavioral health system this week. It is a significant overhaul of the previous system and is aimed at better connecting Iowans with mental health and ...
Researchers found health system performance is worse for many people of color. Racial and ethnic disparities in health care are evident in every state, even those with robust health systems, according ...