The first three years of a child’s life are a critical period for their development. State policy choices that impact young children and their families during pregnancy and these early years really matter. Last month, the Prenatal-to-3 Policy Impact Center hosted its annual Prenatal-to-3 Research-to-Policy Summit and released the state’s Prenatal-to-3 Policy Roadmap for 2023 … Read more
An active life requires a lot of cognitive engagement. From trying to stay focused during difficult mental tasks (those spreadsheets aren’t supposed to fill themselves!) to remembering small details amid a flurry of distractions (where did you put your car keys again?), your brain does a lot of heavy lifting. he is doing it. Every … Read more
Can exercise help slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease in patients? That’s the question a team of professors and student researchers at Sacramento State University is trying to answer with a new study. Gwnalle Begue and Dr. Matt JN Brown, both professors at the university, are leading the research. More than 20 people from the … Read more
DESPITE THE CLEAR link between oral health care and an individual’s overall health, approximately one-third of all U.S. adults ages 19 to 64 lack dental insurance. As a practicing dentist in Quincy, I am fortunate to see many patients with coverage, although barely a day goes by that I don’t hear an insurance war story. … Read more
These days, Ohio’s health care system increasingly resembles a house divided against itself. Many Ohioans are struggling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic just months after the emergency declaration was lifted. Ohio’s stark health disparities have amplified the prevalence of noncommunicable diseases and worsened health outcomes, according to the Health Policy Institute. Specifically, maternal … Read more
From staff reports OKLAHOMA CITY Oklahoma’s health insurance marketplace is scheduled to open for the 2024 coverage year on November 1. This is the first day individuals and families can enroll, re-enroll or make changes to their health insurance plans. November 1: open registration begins Starting November 1, residents can explore the different health insurance … Read more
Photo credit: Pat Vellner | @pvellner Enjoying Morning Chalk Up? Access additional interviews, reviews, and exclusive stories with an Rx subscription. Every athlete undergoes immense physical training; face weaknesses and improve strengths. It is not possible to be at the elite level without this hard work. But when it comes time to compete, the individuals … Read more
State economists appear skeptical that they will be able to put a price tag on a proposed constitutional amendment to protect abortion access by November, if the measure makes it to the 2024 ballot. The quartet of state economists, serving on the Financial Impact Estimation Conference (FIEC), said the Supreme Court was unlikely to rule … Read more
The goal is to implement a “Zero Suicide” model in 13 certified community behavioral health clinics across the state. BUFFALO, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that a $13.5 million suicide prevention grant has been awarded through an initiative by the state Office of Mental Health. According to the press release, the State Office … Read more
The Washington State Hospital Association filed suit Monday against the state Department of Health over a proposed rule allowing out-of-state patients to receive charity care , saying such a policy would make medical care harder to access and more expensive for Washington residents. This requires hospitals to provide free or discounted care to anyone, anywhere. … Read more