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.
Is Connecticut Ready to Tackle Private Equity in Healthcare?
Public Policy Is Connecticut Ready to Tackle Private Equity in Healthcare?

Connecticut lawmakers are increasingly concerned about the influence of private equity in the state's healthcare system. The recent bankruptcy filing by Prospect Medical Holdings (PMH) has intensified the push for better regulation, as PMH, funded by private equity, owns Waterbury Hospital,

Is Reform the Key to a Fairer and Freer Healthcare Market?
Public Policy Is Reform the Key to a Fairer and Freer Healthcare Market?

The healthcare system in the United States is a complex and often contentious topic. Recent events have brought to light the frustrations many people feel toward health insurance companies, particularly regarding the denial of healthcare claims. However, rather than resorting to violence or

Reforming Taiwan’s NHI: Ending Suspension Mechanism for Fair Access
Public Policy Reforming Taiwan’s NHI: Ending Suspension Mechanism for Fair Access

Taiwan’s National Health Insurance (NHI) system, widely recognized as a leading model for universal healthcare, is currently undergoing significant reforms. This transformation follows a pivotal 2022 Constitutional Court ruling that deemed the existing suspension-and-resumption mechanism u

How Are California's 2025 Health Laws Protecting Vulnerable Groups?
Public Policy How Are California's 2025 Health Laws Protecting Vulnerable Groups?

California has launched a wave of legislative changes in 2025, aimed at providing robust protections for vulnerable groups, improving the quality of health care, and enhancing regulation of industries that affect public health and welfare. These well-thought-out laws are a testament to the state’s c

Governor Reynolds Unveils 2025 Healthcare Reforms Focusing on Rural Areas
Public Policy Governor Reynolds Unveils 2025 Healthcare Reforms Focusing on Rural Areas

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds has laid out her ambitious 2025 legislative agenda, placing a strong emphasis on healthcare reforms and workforce development. In her recent Condition of the State Address, Reynolds highlighted the urgent need to expand both rural and maternal healthcare services, address

David Pratt Advocates Comprehensive Healthcare Reforms in Seanad Campaign
Public Policy David Pratt Advocates Comprehensive Healthcare Reforms in Seanad Campaign

David Pratt, a 25-year-old candidate from Fianna Fáil, is running for Seanad Éireann with a strong focus on major healthcare reform in Ireland. With extensive experience in both the healthcare and legal sectors, Pratt is determined to address several critical issues within Ireland's healthcare

Can Collaborative Reform Solve Vermont's Health Care Challenges?
Public Policy Can Collaborative Reform Solve Vermont's Health Care Challenges?

The commentary by Tom Sullivan on health care reform in Vermont presents a compelling case for a collaborative approach among stakeholders to address the state's pressing health care challenges. Sullivan, president emeritus and professor of law and political science at the University of

Shifting Healthcare Priorities From Hospitals to Community-Based Care
Public Policy Shifting Healthcare Priorities From Hospitals to Community-Based Care

The perception of time often changes as we age, with many feeling that it speeds up. This phenomenon is linked to the brain's decreasing need to process new information. As we grow older, fewer new experiences mean time seems to fly by. Conversely, being deeply engaged in a task can slow our

The Strategic Shift to Cloud-Based ERP Systems
Editorial The Strategic Shift to Cloud-Based ERP Systems

Since Atlassian stopped supporting on-premises server products in February 2024, businesses have been moving to cloud-based ERP systems, realizing the importance of switching to a virtual environment to stay competitive. This shift is more than just changing functionality—it's about making s

Will Medicare Payment Cuts Impact Quality of Care in 2025?
Public Policy Will Medicare Payment Cuts Impact Quality of Care in 2025?

The 2025 Medicare physician payment schedule has sparked significant concern among healthcare providers, particularly due to the proposed 2.83% cut in reimbursement rates. This marks the fifth consecutive year of reductions, leading to extensive financial strain on physician practices. Despite

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