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Laura Vaingard

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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.

Public Policy South Africa’s National Health Insurance Faces Political and Financial Hurdles

In a crowded waiting room at a public health center in Cape Town, Shameema De La Cruz anxiously sits for hours, her daughter in need of medical attention. This scene captures the frustrations of many South Africans relying on the under-resourced public health system. The National Health Insurance

Aug 30, 2024

Public Policy Reforming Medicare: Balancing Advantage Plans and Traditional Options

Medicare, the federal health insurance program for individuals aged 65 and older, is at a crossroads. With over 54 percent of beneficiaries now enrolled in Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, questions arise about the future of both MA and traditional Medicare. Healthcare policy expert Dr. J. Michael

Aug 30, 2024

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