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Homelessness, justice involvement, and publicly funded substance use treatment after Medicaid expansion
Abstract Introduction People experiencing homelessness (PEH) and individuals referred through the criminal-justice (CJ) system face high rates of substance use disorders (SUD) and persistent barriers to treatment. Although Medicaid expansion increased insurance coverage among low-income adults …
Read full story →Payer mix shifts and profitability at critical access hospitals, 2011 to 2023
Abstract Introduction Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs) are essential providers in rural communities but face persistent financial challenges due to narrow …
Eroding the foundation: health and social needs of adult SNAP participants in an era of policy change
Abstract In 2025, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was at the center of policy debate. SNAP-specific provisions within the …
Do policy context and structural disadvantage shape SNF VBP performance? Evidence from national facility-year data
Abstract Introduction Skilled nursing facility (SNF) performance under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Skilled Nursing Facility Value-Based …
Integrated impact of climate change on health outcomes and economic stability in PEPFAR-supported African countries
Abstract Introduction Health impacts of global warming in sub-Saharan African countries that received President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR)–funded …
The European Union’s Civil Society Strategy: A Welcome Milestone That Now Requires Sustained Operational Support
Abstract The European Commission’s first Civil Society Strategy (2025) marks a significant step toward strengthening democratic resilience in the EU, …
Social and Experiential Factors Linked to Concern About Climate Related Health Harm in the U.S.
Abstract Background Public concern that climate change will harm personal health influences individual protective behaviors and shapes support for climate-related …
Patterns in Malpractice Payments for Anesthesia-Related Claims Among CRNAs and Physicians
Abstract Background Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) now deliver much of U.S. anesthesia care, especially in rural areas, yet contemporary …
Five Ways to Get a Grip on Using the Corruption Perceptions Index to Support Internationally Trained Physicians
Abstract Internationally trained physicians (ITPs) are often grouped and assessed using geographic classifications that obscure meaningful variation in training environments …
Freestanding Emergency Department Compliance with Consumer Protections: Evidence from Texas
Abstract Introduction Freestanding emergency departments (FrEDs) are a major source of emergency care in Texas, but pricing and network participation …
sensory installation abstracts human anatomy into sculptural light objects
familiar body parts, like the eye, ear, nose, lips, and finger, are abstracted into sculptural lights. The post sensory installation …
Trust, Technology and the Future of Interoperability: Solving Problems That Impact Real Lives
Healthcare interoperability isn’t an abstract concept; it’s about human connection, building trust and easing burden on patients and their care …
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