This year’s Black History Month theme holds particular significance for the modern healthcare workforce, spotlighting improving trends as well as disparities and challenges faced by Black workers.
Sweeping funding freezes were rescinded, but unpredictability remains as the underlying executive orders are still in force—potentially affecting DEI, climate-related, and other targeted initiatives.
In addition to immediate medical issues and disruptions, the wildfires pose far-reaching health risks. They underscore the criticality of emergency preparedness for public health and health systems.
Drawing on our newly updated health equity state tracker, we highlight recent activities among the states and discuss next steps for providers and health plans to advance health equity.
Uncertainty remains about how Trump’s re-election and shifts in Congress will impact health policy. Several core issues are likely to get the most attention under the new administration.
Independent community pharmacies are weighing whether they can afford to offer drugs at their new rates, even as direct-to-consumer pharmacies are expanding.
A stalemate in Congress may limit federal healthcare policy change. Healthcare leaders should keep a pulse on state ballot initiatives, state legislation, and court decisions.
While healthcare received limited debate time, the candidates discussed a handful of key issues. Analysis of their platforms surfaces their current positions on additional pressing healthcare issues.