
Prioritizing Adolescent Health
According to the WHO, adolescents make up around one fifth of most countries’ population. Investing in adolescent health can be both impactful and cost effective for generations to come.
...moreAccording to the WHO, adolescents make up around one fifth of most countries’ population. Investing in adolescent health can be both impactful and cost effective for generations to come.
...moreRecently released inmates are at a high risk of death. The Transitions Clinic Network (TCN) assists former inmates with medical care, mental health and substance use treatment, housing, food, and employment.
...moreResearch shows that senior loneliness has a detrimental effect on health. Interventions are underway to reduce isolation and loneliness for seniors.
...moreHow do we deal with our complicated racial past and present? David Jones reflects on his experience visiting the Emmett Till Interpretative Center.
...moreSuicide rates are getting worse, and men continue to bear the brunt of the tragedy.
...moreGenetics, age, nutrition, and diet can contribute to low birth weight. Recent research suggests another factor to consider—the level of crime in the mother’s neighborhood.
...moreHere are common strategies that health plans can implement.
...moreSwimming classes should be top priority for children with autism, at high risk of injury-related death, especially drowning.
...moreInsurers can pass charges from out-of-network providers directly to the patient. This practice, called balance billing, can result in surprise medical bills.
...moreHospital resources could be used in partnership with local public health and nonprofit organizations to fill gaps in the provision of population health benefits.
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