988, National Suicide Hotline, National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, Suicide Prevention
The New National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
The new National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is here to help address the suicide crisis in the United States.
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The Health Policy Connection features the expertise of our colleagues both internal and external to Loma Linda University Health, sharing their views on various health policy-related topics relevant to the current times.
Please note that the views and opinions expressed in the following articles are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of Loma Linda University Health or the Institute for Health Policy and Leadership.
Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Food insecurity, Keep Kids Fed Act, hunger
The Problem of Food Insecurity in the United States
Millions of Americans suffer from food insecurity. Read on to find out more about this important issue.
Breast Cancer Prevention, Breast Cancer Screening, Mammogram Loophole, SB 974
Closing a Loophole in Breast Cancer Screening
While mammograms save lives, there is a loophole in existing law that could make mammograms less effective.
Pakistan, Prevention, Stigma, Suicide
Suicide in Pakistan: Addressing a Hidden Epidemic
Suicide is a hidden epidemic in Pakistan. Policies and programs are urgently needed to mitigate this epidemic.
Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP), Children Youth and Behavioral Health Initiative, Mental health, behavioral health care
New Horizons for Behavioral Health in California: What Does this Mean for Patients and Providers?
California is set to make a historic investment in behavioral health care. Read on to find out more.
Mass shootings, assault weapons ban, gun violence, public safety
A Mass Shooting Pandemic
Recent mass shootings in Uvalde and Buffalo make an urgent plea for policy changes to make our country safer.
human trafficking, pandemic, sexual exploitation, vulnerable groups
The Chaos of the Pandemic Increased the Risks of Human Trafficking
The pandemic created an environment that increased the risk of human trafficking of vulnerable individuals.
Children’s health, Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, School meals, School wellness policy, childhood obesity
Improving Child Health through School Meals and Wellness Policies
Thoughtful school wellness policies and nutritious school meals can improve child health.
Immunization, Vaccination, dentist, oral health professional
Expansion of Immunization Access in Partnership with Oral Health Professionals
Oral health professionals can help expand access to immunizations.
Burnout, Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, HR 1667, Mental health, self-care
Promoting the Mental Well-being of Our Frontline Health Workforce
The recently passed federal bill HR 1667 aims to prevent and reduce burnout among healthcare professionals.