Laura Vaingard

Laura Vaingard

Public Policy Expert
Laura Vaingard offers insights on healthcare reform for public policy professionals,  suggesting various interventions government officials can implement nationally to alleviate poor healthcare practices. She advocates for healthcare reform for rural communities and expanded access to mental health services, while also discussing the economics of prescription drug pricing.
California Health Insurance Crisis Looms as Subsidies Expire
Public Policy California Health Insurance Crisis Looms as Subsidies Expire

I'm thrilled to sit down with Faisal Zain, a renowned healthcare expert with deep expertise in medical technology and a keen understanding of health policy dynamics. With years of experience in the manufacturing of cutting-edge medical devices for diagnostics and treatment, Faisal brings a

Health Care Politics Shape U.S. Elections and Policy Future
Public Policy Health Care Politics Shape U.S. Elections and Policy Future

In the intricate dance of American democracy, few issues carry the weight and personal resonance of health care, a topic that consistently emerges as a top voter concern alongside economic challenges like jobs and inflation, shaping how Americans view their elected leaders. With premiums soaring,

Can Patient Voices Fix New Mexico's Healthcare Crisis?
Public Policy Can Patient Voices Fix New Mexico's Healthcare Crisis?

In a small town in rural New Mexico, a mother of two drives four hours each way just to see an obstetrician for routine prenatal care, her journey a stark symbol of a healthcare system stretched beyond its limits, while thousands across the state face similar struggles—waiting months, even up to a y

Why Are Democrats Framing Shutdown as Health Care Crisis?
Public Policy Why Are Democrats Framing Shutdown as Health Care Crisis?

Imagine a nation on edge, with government operations halted and millions of Americans bracing for a potential doubling of their health insurance premiums right as open enrollment begins. This is the stark reality unfolding as a federal shutdown collides with the looming expiration of enhanced

Pro-Life Advocates Slam FDA Over Abortion Drug Approval
Public Policy Pro-Life Advocates Slam FDA Over Abortion Drug Approval

Overview of the Current Debate In a landscape where abortion policy remains one of the most divisive issues in American healthcare, the recent approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of a generic version of mifepristone—a drug central to over 60% of chemical abortions in the U.S.—has ign

Dr. Schroer Urges Overhaul of Medicaid and U.S. Healthcare
Public Policy Dr. Schroer Urges Overhaul of Medicaid and U.S. Healthcare

Introduction to the Crisis in American Healthcare Imagine a system where millions struggle to afford basic medical care, despite the United States spending more on healthcare per capita than any other nation, revealing a stark reality of staggering costs and complex bureaucratic structures. This

Can Congress Save Hospitals from Financial Collapse?
Public Policy Can Congress Save Hospitals from Financial Collapse?

Hospitals across the United States are grappling with an unprecedented financial crisis, burdened by skyrocketing costs, dwindling reimbursements, and relentless operational hurdles that threaten their very existence, while the American Hospital Association (AHA), representing nearly 5,000

Why Did Alto Neuroscience Stock Surge 64.4% After FDA Nod?
Public Policy Why Did Alto Neuroscience Stock Surge 64.4% After FDA Nod?

A Pivotal Moment in Biotech Innovation Imagine a market where a single regulatory nod can catapult a company's stock price by over 60% in mere days, reflecting both investor fervor and the urgent need for groundbreaking mental health treatments. This is precisely the scenario unfolding for

Should Healthcare Workers Be Exempt from H-1B Fee Hikes?
Public Policy Should Healthcare Workers Be Exempt from H-1B Fee Hikes?

Overview of the H-1B Visa Program and Healthcare Challenges Imagine a rural hospital struggling to keep its doors open, with patients waiting weeks for critical care due to a lack of physicians, a scenario becoming all too common across the United States as the healthcare industry grapples with

FDA Plans Update to Menopause Hormone Therapy Warnings
Public Policy FDA Plans Update to Menopause Hormone Therapy Warnings

Setting the Stage for Change in Women's Health Imagine millions of women grappling with the debilitating effects of menopause—hot flashes disrupting daily life, night sweats robbing them of sleep, and mood swings straining relationships—yet hesitating to seek relief due to fears of severe hea

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