Tag
disparities
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As CHIP funding runs out, at least one state begins alerting parents
Officials in 12 states may start sending letters to parents this week, alerting families that funding for the Children’s Health…
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FCC vote on low-income Internet access could affect health disparities
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) last week voted 3-2 along party lines to scale back Lifeline, a program that helps…
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Reporter explores how state’s economic health affects its oral health
The Oklahoma newspapers in the Community Newspaper Holding Inc. (CNHI) chain offered readers a series that examines the everyday challenges…
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U.S. ranks worse in elder care vs. other wealthy nations
How does the U.S. health system for older adults stack up when compared with those of 10 other wealthy countries?…
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In California, housing crunch exacts toll as hepatitis deaths grow
Along the southern California coastline, surging development has triggered a housing boom that has also come at a heavy price…
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California looks to improve oral care access for its youngest residents
To help ensure a lifetime of better oral health, experts recommend that babies receive their first dental exam no later…
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Poll points to dental insecurity among many middle-aged Americans
One in three Americans aged 50 to 64 are ashamed about the state of their teeth, and an even larger…
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How paying home health caregivers more could save health systems money
Is it worth it to provide more skilled – and higher paying – home health care? That is the question…
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Highlights from AHCJ’s recent webcast about reporting on addiction, recovery
Last week’s AHCJ webinar about responsible, accurate reporting on addiction and recovery issues pointed out the importance of sensitive, accurate…
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Sun, surf – and free health care
So what does a wealthy doctor who retired and moved to a beach and golf community off the South Carolina…