Public Policy

As the battleground over reproductive rights intensifies across the United States, Washington State steps up its efforts to safeguard healthcare workers and patients with its Shield Law. Enacted in 2023, the legislation aims to protect those involved in providing and seeking reproductive health services from legal harassment originating from other

Amid an alarming crisis in South Korea’s medical education system, the government’s decision to revert the medical school admission quota to 3,058 students for the upcoming academic year has significantly intensified the debacle. This move comes in response to fervent resistance from the medical community following an earlier, controversial inc

In the ongoing debate over South Africa's healthcare system, the proposed National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme has become a lightning rod for controversy. As part of the government's attempt to improve access to healthcare, the NHI regulations have faced significant criticism from politicians, organizations, and the public. A key point

The recent proposal by House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune has sparked significant discussion, as the proposed legislation seeks to address pressing healthcare funding issues while aiming to stave off an imminent government shutdown. Known formally as Johnson’s continuing resolution (C.R.), this funding patch is d

In a significant policy shift, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently rescinded the Richardson waiver policy, a decision highlighting a new approach to managing public notice and comments on its regulatory decisions. Under the previous policy, HHS was obligated to invite public input for a 60-day period before finalizing

Recent advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have revolutionized many sectors, and healthcare is no exception where AI applications promise enhanced patient care, improved diagnostics, and streamlined administrative tasks. However, along with the significant benefits that AI integration offers in healthcare, there loom substantial