While Medicaid work requirements may reduce program costs, they would put 36 million people at risk of losing coverage—with negative impacts on access and population health.
61 senior strategy executives at US health systems shared what they think about key healthcare trends, what keeps them up at night, and where they are making strategic investments for the future.
Immigration enforcement actions have created uncertainty, fear, and a burden for providers caring for immigrants. Meanwhile, foregone or disrupted care may lead to greater public health ramifications.
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Sweeping funding freezes were rescinded, but unpredictability remains as the underlying executive orders are still in force—potentially affecting DEI, climate-related, and other targeted initiatives.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.