Collaborative care, Integrated health care, Mental health, Primary care, Psychiatrist shortage
Mental Health and Primary Care: The Case for Integration
Is a paradigm shift needed in the way we are (not) treating mental illness?
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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.
Mental Health Screening, Pediatrics, Postpartum Depression
Something More than the Baby Blues
Why is it important to talk to your doctor about postpartum depression?
Canada, Community Programs, Denmark, Global Oral Health, Sweden, “Toothfriendly”
Oral Health Strategies Around the World
Countries around the world have come up with unique strategies to provide oral health care to vulnerable populations.
Influenza, Pediatric Deaths, Prevention, Vaccination
Keeping Up with the Flu: Our One Shot for Safety
Find out why flu shots are important in keeping kids healthy.
Fluoride, Oral Health, Public Health, Water Fluoridation
Oral Health Part 2: The Importance of Water Fluoridation
Water fluoridation is the number one preventive measure against dental diseases but some places may be reconsidering it.
Dental Coverage, Oral Health, Water Fluoridation
Oral Health Part 1: Understanding the Biggest Unaddressed Issue in HealthCare
Find out why we are racking up billions of dollars in emergency department bills for unmanaged oral health.
Affordable Care Act, Assembly Bill, Behavioral Health, California, Opioid Epidemic, Oral Health, Senate Bill
New California Health Legislation Update
A summary of notable new health legislation going into effect in 2018.
Advance Care Directives, Advance Care Planning, Medicare, Serious Illness
The Most Important Conversation We Never Have
Talking about death and why advance care planning isn’t pulling the plug on grandma.
SB 300, chronic illness, healthy choices, obesity, sugary beverages
Pop Policy: Making Healthy Beverage Choices Easier
Americans are now buying less sweetened beverages, the largest source of added sugars in the American diet.
MEND program, adolescents, children, chronic illness, psychosocial interventions, stress
Why Do Some Families Struggle to Manage Pediatric Chronic Illnesses?
Chronically ill children and their families struggle despite growing promise and effectiveness of medical treatments.