Health Policy Connection | Institute for Health Policy Leadership

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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.

Inflation Reduction Act, Medicare

The Future of Prescription Drug Prices in the US

September 3, 2024

The Medicare drug price negotiation authorized by the Inflation Reduction Act moves closer to reducing drug costs.

Oral Health, health disparities

Improving Oral Health Literacy to Reduce Health Disparities

August 15, 2024

Promoting oral health literacy is critical to improving oral health equity.

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Diversity, Disparity, Latinx, Hispanic

Majoring of the “Minority” – Increasing Minority Representation in Healthcare in California

August 1, 2024

Hispanic Californians experience disparities linked to inadequate representation in the healthcare workforce.

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Mental health, healthcare, Ukraine, Displacement, Misinformation, Fatigue

The Impact of War in Ukraine on the Environment and Health

July 15, 2024

The negative health, healthcare and environmental effects of the war in Ukraine are further exacerbated by war fatigue.

oral cancer

Health Disparities in Oral Cancer, “Jaw in a Day,” and the Surgeon’s Role in Bringing About Change

July 1, 2024

Health disparities significantly impact oral cancer outcome, but clinicians are poised to bring about change.

Advancing Equity: The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

June 17, 2024

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) aims to ensure equity for working, expectant mothers nationwide.

DEI Medicine, DEI Healthcare, Anti-DEI, EDUCATE Act, DEI Pushback

Growing Efforts to Quash DEI Initiatives in Healthcare

June 1, 2024

While many say the EDUCATE Act is unlikely to pass, this bill only adds momentum to the anti-DEI rhetoric in the U.S.

Maternal Health, health disparities

Maternal Health: Get on the Mommy Bus

May 15, 2024

Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act secures funds to address US maternal health disparities.

patient reported outcomes, Artificial Intelligence/AI

Enhancing Pharmacy Workforce Sustainability in ICUs through Artificial Intelligence

May 1, 2024

AI could potentially transform critical care pharmacy staffing, pharmacy workforce sustainability, and patient outcomes.

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The Aging Population and the Value of Age-Friendly Health Systems

April 12, 2024

Global aging will require new, innovative policies and approaches to address the needs of older adults.