Population and Public Health

In a notable move to enhance women's health services, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts is expanding its programs to improve health outcomes and address disparities across the state. By launching new initiatives and revising existing ones, the organization aims to provide more comprehensive and equitable care for all members. One of the

As American seniors strive to manage various health conditions, many are also grappling with the financial burden of healthcare costs that far exceed those in other developed nations. The Commonwealth Fund's 2024 International Health Policy Survey of Older Adults reveals that nearly 25% of U.S. seniors spent at least $2,000 out of pocket last

The ongoing debate surrounding Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors has sparked significant controversy and concern. At the heart of this issue is the right of teenagers to access medical interventions such as puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries designed to assist them in affirming their gender

As temperatures drop and winter approaches, many people prepare for the flu season by getting vaccinated and taking extra precautions against illness. However, there remains a widespread misconception that cold weather directly causes colds and other respiratory infections. This article seeks to debunk that myth by explaining how cold weather can

Recent research conducted by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) and commissioned by the Partnership for Health System Sustainability and Resilience (PHSSR) has focused on identifying vital opportunities to improve India's healthcare system. This ambitious study aims to strengthen the sustainability and resilience of the system, ensuring

The critical issue of women being overlooked in the diagnosis, treatment, and research of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) is more pressing than ever. A consensus statement published in the journal Heart by Newcastle University’s Professor Vijay Kunadian and various UK cardiovascular, nursing, and patient organizations associated with the British C