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Rise in obesity among older adults will increase burden on health system
Obesity in older adults is a very real and growing challenge. Since 1991, there’s been a steady increase in obesity…
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Untying the knots of MACRA
When I think about the forthcoming physician payment and EHR incentive program, known as MACRA, it brings to mind macramé,…
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Reports emphasize the dangers of racial disparities in oral health
Hispanic medical and dental leaders at a recent joint meeting in Washington, D.C., highlighted the urgency of getting more culturally…
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Pros and cons of health payment reform: Capitation
The Urban Institute and the Catalyst for Payment Reform have collaborated on a series of briefs about various forms of…
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Another look at blood donation in wake of Orlando shooting
Last month’s shooting in Orlando in drew attention not only to the city’s gay community but also to limits in…
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Safety-net clinics in your community may benefit from new federal dental care grants
New federal grants will help safety net clinics across the country to provide more dental care in their communities. Nearly…
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Tapping into workplace wellness technology trends
Now that Americans are back to work after the July 4 holiday, it’s worth remembering that about 175 million people nationwide get…
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New studies raise the question: Are out-of-pocket costs getting out of control?
Two new studies indicate that out-of-pocket costs of health care are rising sharply. The share of costs that consumers are…
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Report on these unintended health consequences of municipal budget cuts
Much of the local news over the Independence Day weekend focused such as fireworks safety, beach traffic, flags and parades.…
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Another state moves forward on expanded role for dental hygienists
In a three-sentence brief, WCAX-Burlington, Vt., got out the big news: “Gov. Peter Shumlin, D-Vermont, signed a law meant to…