When it comes to healthcare in the United States, the picture is one of contrasts. This is the central message of the 2022 National Healthcare Quality and Disparities […]
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Hope for The New CDC Director
In a time when public health leadership is more critical than ever, the appointment of Dr. Mandy Cohen as the new Director of the Centers for Disease Control […]
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The Antibiotic Resistance Issue
Antibiotic resistance is a big problem that scientists around the world are trying to solve. When bacteria become resistant to antibiotics, it becomes harder to treat infections and […]
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Freedom & The Press: A Global Perspective
The Methodology The WPFI evaluates countries based on seven criteria: pluralism, media independence, environment and self-censorship, legislative framework, transparency, infrastructure, and abuses. The index takes into account the […]
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The Looming Crisis of Rural Hospital Closures
In the heartland of America, a silent crisis is unfolding. Over 600 rural hospitals, nearly 30% of all rural hospitals in the country, are at risk of closing. […]
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Because what is known must be shared
While working on a project for my father, I became reacquainted with the OCLC (Online Computer Library Center). Founded in 1967 as the Ohio College Library Center, it […]
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In Indiana, a Fight for Affordable Medications: Moral vs. Market
The cost of prescription drugs, a hot-button issue across the United States, is also causing a stir in Indiana, a state where lawmakers are wrestling with the moral, […]
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Human Trafficking in Indiana
The modern-day form of slavery that is human trafficking occurs in every state, Indiana is no different. Victims of human trafficking are forced to work against their will, […]
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A Spotlight on the Social Determinants of Health
The United States is entering a new era of health initiatives, with the spotlight firmly placed on the non-medical factors that influence our well-being. This shift in focus […]
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Biden’s Pragmatic Approach Yields Significant Legislative Wins But Who Is Paying Attention
In a political landscape marked by infighting and a shifting balance of power, President Joe Biden’s first term has proven surprisingly productive. Despite losing control of the House […]