Public Policy

New Maternity Center Addresses Health Disparities in Broward County
Public Policy New Maternity Center Addresses Health Disparities in Broward County

Broward HealthPoint and Community Care Plan have jointly announced the establishment of the Maternity Care Center & Heart Community Resource Center in Lauderdale Lakes, a significant step aimed at combating health disparities in maternal care within central Broward County. This initiative is

How Will Senate Bill S. 5210 Improve Mental Health for Women Veterans?
Public Policy How Will Senate Bill S. 5210 Improve Mental Health for Women Veterans?

Mental health care services for women veterans have been an under-addressed concern, despite the increasing numbers of women serving in the armed forces. Recently, however, the introduction of Senate Bill S. 5210, led by Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Sen. Jon Tester, aims to bring s

Can New Legislation Strengthen Cybersecurity in Healthcare?
Public Policy Can New Legislation Strengthen Cybersecurity in Healthcare?

As the healthcare sector increasingly becomes a prime target for cyberattacks, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more urgent. Recently, Senators Ron Wyden and Mark Warner introduced the Health Infrastructure Security and Accountability Act, a bill poised to establish

What's at Stake for Health Care in the 2024 U.S. Elections?
Public Policy What's at Stake for Health Care in the 2024 U.S. Elections?

In the run-up to the 2024 U.S. presidential election, healthcare reform is poised to be one of the most consequential yet under-discussed issues on the national stage. While hot-button topics like abortion and reproductive rights often capture the headlines, other critical aspects of healthcare

HIMSS Calls for Careful Implementation of New Health IT Standards
Public Policy HIMSS Calls for Careful Implementation of New Health IT Standards

The Health Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) has responded to the proposed Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Patient Engagement, Information Sharing, and Public Health Interoperability rule (HTI-2). Published on August 5 by the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy

How Will $500K Help Complete Renton's Family First Community Center?
Public Policy How Will $500K Help Complete Renton's Family First Community Center?

On November 21, in a remarkable show of community support, King County Councilmember Dave Upthegrove presented a symbolic check during the Renton City Council meeting. This check signified a substantial contribution of $500,000 from the county council's 2023-2024 budget, directed towards the

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