July 13, 2012
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Presentation Material
In this group session, Ellen Zane, chief executive officer emeritus of Tufts Medical Center, shares insights into the dynamics of health care markets and how those dynamics might affect the implementation of health reform and efforts to reduce cost ...
July 1, 2012
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Annual Report
In her July 2012 message, Risa Lavizzo-Mourey examines the challenges that confront the nation in the aftermath of the Supreme Court's landmark ruling upholding the Affordable Care Act.
June 18, 2012
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Program Result
From 2008 to 2011, National Public Radio expanded its on-air and online reporting on health and health care, and its use of podcasts and social media extended the reach of that reporting.
June 13, 2012
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Story
Foundation’s collaborations with housing, community development sectors are making neighborhoods healthier.
May 1, 2012
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Story
As we observe our 40th anniversary, our past achievements are a source of pride, but they also inspire us as we move toward greater accomplishments in the future.
April 25, 2012
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Issue Brief
Background on the debate and policy implications surrounding essential health benefits—health insurance plans sold to individuals and small businesses that would provide a minimum package of services in 10 categories—are explored in this brief.
April 1, 2012
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Journal Article
Studies have shown that cancer care near the end of life is more aggressive than many patients prefer.
April 1, 2012
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Issue Brief
In most developed countries, there is a direct correlation between health care spending and life expectancy. Yet the United States, one of the wealthiest and most industrialized countries in the world, defies this norm.
March 22, 2012
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Issue Brief
The nation's fiscal crisis has renewed the focus on structural reform. Can a market-oriented solution cut costs and improve care?
March 19, 2012
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Program Result
Center for Studying Health System Change researchers tracked changes in the nation's health care system and developed policy analyses describing how those changes affect patients, providers, and others in their communities.