Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is one of the essential cornerstones of public health globally. Ensuring that all individuals can access necessary health services without facing financial hardship directly translates to better health outcomes and increased longevity. But while the goal of UHC is
With the introduction of major new health insurance reforms in Illinois, patients are poised to experience significant changes in their access to and quality of health care services. The recently signed measures—House Bill 5395 and House Bill 2499—aim to correct some of the most contentious pra
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
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
The U.S. healthcare system faces a significant challenge: balancing financial incentives with the need for personalized patient care. Although financial incentives are critical for the sustainability of healthcare institutions, they often conflict with the goal of providing individualized
The recent legislative decision by the Chilean Congress marks a significant shift for the country's private healthcare system, specifically targeting the private insurers known as Isapres. The bill, designed to support the struggling sector, includes a mandate that these insurers must
