House Republicans are close to agreeing on an amended version of the American Health Care Act, their proposed repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act. David Blumenthal, M.D., and Sara Collins say that, based on the summaries circulated by the media, the revised bill will significantly increase the numbers of uninsured Americans while raising …
CompareMaine shows the average cost of common healthcare procedures at different facilities in Maine. You can also see patient experience ratings and how Maine hospitals compare on patient safety. Source: CompareMaine more information. better decisions. Compare Costs of Healthcare Procedures and Quality of Care Across Maine The Maine Health Data Organization, in collaboration with the …
In the United States, family caregivers are the backbone for the delivery of supportive services for individuals with a chronic, disabling, or serious health condition. 40 percent of family caregivers of adults are men—which equates to 16 million male family caregivers in the United States. Source: Breaking Stereotypes: Spotlight on Male Family Caregivers They identify, arrange, …
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The 2010 Family and Individual Needs for Disability Support Survey (FINDS) conducted by The Arc (2011) shows that family caregivers play a critical role in providing supports to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Source: Research Brief: Family Caregiver Support for People with IDD | Family Support Research and Training Center This databrief describes …
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Source: Pelleboer-Gunnink – 2017 – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research – Wiley Online Library Abstract Background Equal access to mainstream healthcare services for people with intellectual disabilities (ID) still requires attention. Although recent studies suggest that health professionals hold positive attitudes towards people with ID, stigmatising attitudes may influence their efforts to serve people with …
Source: Brown – 2017 – Journal of Intellectual Disability Research – Wiley Online Library Abstract Background Globally, diabetes is increasing with concerns about the impact on outcomes, including premature death and the costs associated with managing the condition. Research indicates that adults with intellectual disabilities (ID) are two to three times more likely to develop …
Source: Primary health care for people with an intellectual disability: an exploration of consultations, problems identified, and their management in Australia Abstract Background People with an intellectual disability (ID) have more complex and different patterns of health care needs than the general population. They experience a greater burden of multi-morbidity, high levels of undetected and …
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Program to Increase Diversity Across Its Programming Deadline: May 16, 2017 Award Ceiling: $50,000 http://rwjf.ws/2ojDzXq The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation has issued a Request for Proposals for an annual initiative to increase diversity across its research network and programming. Now in its eleventh year, New Connections: Increasing Diversity of RWJF Programming, a career development …
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Source: What you can do A new survey shows 94 percent of Americans are willing to take positive action to make their community a healthier place, according to research conducted by the Aetna Foundation. You can play a role in creating more healthy days where you live! Don’t wait! Start the Healthiest Cities & Counties …
Source: Welcome to the Challenge We believe a healthy city/county is economically competitive, inclusive and equitable. That’s why we’ve called on cities and counties across the country to join the Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge. The Challenge is a partnership between the Aetna Foundation, the American Public Health Association and the National Association of Counties …
