What does it take to ensure health equity during a public health emergency? The COVID-19 pandemic exposed deep-rooted disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, particularly among historically underserved and marginalized… Read More
What if the systems designed to support us—our laws, policies, cultural norms, and institutions—were inadvertently harming the most vulnerable among us? This unsettling question lies at the heart of the… Read More
Imagine having an extra day off every week—more time to catch up on sleep, pursue hobbies, or spend with family. Sounds like a dream, right? This growing trend, known as… Read More
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Imagine this scenario: you go for a routine health screening, assured by your health plan that it’s covered under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Then, weeks later, a bill arrives—unexpected… Read More
Yes. And here’s why. Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) are among the most frequent and severe complications in medical settings. Globally, the prevalence of patients contracting at least one HAI hovers around… Read More
Recently, users on Reddit raised alarms about a significant decrease in datasets available on Data.gov, the U.S. government’s open data portal. In just a few weeks, over 2,000 datasets were… Read More
For many Americans, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) promised cost-free preventive services, from cancer screenings to routine check-ups. Yet, a groundbreaking study reveals that 40% of these encounters still result… Read More
Imagine a community where laws quietly deny certain groups equal opportunities. Now picture institutions whose practices make accessing healthcare an uphill battle for some. These aren’t fictional dystopias—they’re the lived… Read More
Recent reports of systemic misuse of power and unethical practices within agencies like the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) have sparked concern among public servants. If you’re a federal employee… Read More
Emma, a 42-year-old teacher, feels a twinge in her back after a weekend hike. Concerned, she requests an MRI from her doctor. Despite reassurance that rest and physical therapy are… Read More
We’ve been monitoring all of the federal policy orders that have been coming out since Trump’s inauguration. Next week, RFK, Jr. faces his first confirmation hearing to be secretary of… Read More