Public Policy

Turkey Health Workers Protest Against Profit-Driven Regulations
Public Policy Turkey Health Workers Protest Against Profit-Driven Regulations

Health workers in Turkey’s primary health system have launched a five-day protest against new regulations that prioritize commercialization and profit over patient care. Beginning on January 6, the protests have included rallies across Turkey and culminated in a nationwide healthcare strike to emphasize the workers’ demands. The demonstrations are

January 13, 2025
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 Vermont, emphasizes the need for an evolved regulatory

January 13, 2025
Are Massachusetts' New Health Bills the Answer to Health Care Reform?
Public Policy Are Massachusetts' New Health Bills the Answer to Health Care Reform?

Massachusetts lawmakers have recently passed two significant health care reform bills aimed at addressing critical issues within the state's health care system. These legislative measures focus on reducing drug prices and increasing oversight to prevent financial mismanagement in health care facilities. The new laws are seen as a response to

January 9, 2025
Targeting Taurine Metabolism: A New Frontier in Obesity Treatments
Public Policy Targeting Taurine Metabolism: A New Frontier in Obesity Treatments

The intricate relationship between diet, weight, and metabolism has long been a subject of scientific inquiry. Recent research led by Jonathan Long, a biochemist at Stanford University, delves into how specific dietary components influence bodily functions, particularly in terms of energy balance and obesity. This article explores the potential of

January 6, 2025
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 perception of time. This reflection on time sets

January 3, 2025
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 vocal opposition from the American Medical Association

December 27, 2024
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