Being seriously ill in the U.S.: Financial and health care impacts
What is it like to be seriously ill in America today? From heavy financial burdens — despite insurance — to…
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2018 Business of Personalized Medicine Summit
The 5th annual event will bring together top executives and thought leaders to discuss the most urgent issues facing the… -
Senior health forum
In a country of great wealth—in a nation with great health institutions and a great tradition of health innovation—there nonetheless… -
Health plans and homelessness
The Alliance of Community Health Plans hosts a webinar on tackling homelessness, with specific emphasis on the work of community-based,… -
Integrating Dental and General Health Through Health Literacy Practices
Medical and oral health care systems in the United States operate in parallel — if not separate — universes. They… -
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Too Much Medicine: Addressing Inappropriate Care
Physicians estimate that more than 20 percent of medical care is unnecessary, and it can cause serious patient harm. Surgical… -
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Defending Against Bioterrorism
Members and former members of Congress and Trump administration official discuss federal biodefense efforts. Participants will share their experiences regarding… -
Medi-Cal Explained: An Overview of Program Basics
Understanding the policy and programmatic issues facing Medi-Cal requires knowledge of the basics of the program. In this briefing, the… -
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Webcast: Why Are More U.S. Mothers Dying and What Can Be Done?
Maternal mortality dropped by almost half over the last 25 years around the world. However, in startling contrast, deaths related… -
Health Affairs briefing: Consumers and Health
The March 2019 issue of Health Affairs contains an expansive look at consumers’ perceptions of and perspectives on their role… -
National Hospital Price Transparency Conference
Learn the results of the first national hospital price transparency study in the U.S., hear from speakers, participate in breakout… -
Bloodstream Infections In Hospitals – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Update
CDC Principal Deputy Director Anne Schuchat will review the latest findings on bloodstream infections contracted in U.S. health facilities and…
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