Insights on Drug Pricing and Healthcare Policies from Health Affairs
The latest issue of Health Affairs delves into critical topics such as drug pricing strategies, the role of behavioral health, and hospital policies.
Positive Outcomes from ACO Program Focused on Equity and Community Health
The first year of the ACO program aimed at enhancing equity and community health has shown promising results, according to Health Affairs.
Analyzing Patient Cost Sharing Trends and Their Impact on Hospital Revenue
A recent analysis explores how changing patient cost-sharing practices are affecting the financial stability of both urban and rural hospitals.
Maryland's Hospital Utilization Drops Significantly Under Global Budgets
A recent study highlights a notable decline in hospital utilization in Maryland, showing an 11 percentage point decrease compared to other states from 2013 to 2023.
Examining Two Decades of US Spending on Mental Health and Substance Use Treatment
A recent analysis highlights the trends in national spending on mental health and substance use disorder treatment from 2000 to 2021, reflecting case growth over the years.
Trump's Push for Psychedelic Treatment Access and Reevaluation
In a recent directive, Trump has called on federal agencies to expedite access to psychedelic treatments and reconsider their classification as controlled substances.
Bridging the Gap: MAHA and Public Health in Dialogue
The podcast 'Why Should I Trust You?' emphasizes the need for communication between MAHA and public health, highlighting the stakes involved.
Mixed Feelings Surround Trump's CDC Appointment Amid RFK Jr. Concerns
While there is a sense of optimism regarding Trump's choice for the CDC, employees express a cautious outlook, especially concerning RFK Jr.'s involvement.
Analyzing Trends in Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Coverage
A recent analysis reveals trends in employer-based health insurance, affecting 165.6 million individuals under 65 years old as of March 2025.
Truist Revises Outlook for Community Health Systems Amid Sector Changes
In a recent update, Truist has adjusted its outlook for Community Health Systems, Inc. as part of a broader review of the healthcare sector.
The Vulnerability of Health Care to AI-Driven Cyber Threats
As cyberattacks on health care systems escalate, the potential for patient harm grows. Andrea Downing highlights the urgent need for improved defenses against these threats.
Current Trends in MAHA: Breakthroughs and Challenges
Recent updates on MAHA highlight a significant breakthrough in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, alongside ongoing challenges in cancer treatment and other health developments.
Reviving Hope: A Mother's Fight for Neuromuscular Drug Class
A mother's determination has reignited interest in a neglected class of drugs, potentially benefiting her son and many others with neuromuscular disorders.
‘Arbitrary and capricious’: 130 Hospitals sue HHS over billions in Medicare payouts
Strategic angle: What it means for your health care
Many cancer patients don’t get genomic tests to guide treatment, study finds
Strategic angle: Even as therapies improve, a startling number of cancer patients are not getting genomic tests that could improve their chance of survival.
Capping Insulin Costs at $35 May Improve Treatment Adherence for Type 2 Diabetes
A recent study suggests that limiting insulin prices to $35 per month could enhance adherence to treatment among individuals with type 2 diabetes, highlighting the potential impact of cost on health outcomes.
Opinion: STAT+: Former Geisinger CEO: U.S. health systems must replace huge numbers of people with AI
Strategic angle: “Health care will become autonomous because the survival of health systems depends upon it,” writes former Geisinger CEO Glenn Steele.
Who has won The Masters? Every past winner at Augusta National
Strategic angle: Who has won The Masters? Which players have enjoyed the most success at Augusta National? We look at the previous winners of the opening major of the year...
Israeli strike kills 10 at Gaza school shelter, WHO halts evacuations after aid worker death
Strategic angle: An Israeli air strike killed at least 10 people and wounded several others near a school sheltering displaced Palestinians on Monday, health officials said, as violence strains a fragile US-backed Gaza ceasefire. The Wor
WHO suspends Gaza medical evacuations after contract worker killed
Strategic angle: Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the World Health Organization's chief, said on X that 'evacuations will remain suspended until further notice' as the 'relevant authorities' were investigating what had happened. So far, no de