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Damning Research Reveals Extent of Pediatrics Care Gap: Children of Color Receive Worse Treatment

Damning Research Reveals Extent of Pediatrics Care Gap: Children of Color Receive Worse Treatment

Originally broadcast on February 15, 2024 Across the board, children of color in America receive less treatment and fewer life-saving interventions than white children, according to a research review published in Lancet Child and Adolescent Health. The data find that strongest disparities between whites and children of color involved pain management; kids of color are less likely than their white peers to get painkillers for a broken arm or leg, for appendicitis or for migraines Dr. Nia Heard-Garris, pediatrician and…

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Mental Health’s AI Revolution: What It Means for Patients & Providers

Mental Health’s AI Revolution: What It Means for Patients & Providers

Originally broadcast on February 8, 2024 How is the long-held image of a psychiatrist with a couch in an office being replaced by artificial intelligence? And what are the promises and perils of using technology to help treat depression and anxiety? Dr. Jodi Halpern is a psychiatrist, noted author and co-founder of the University of California’s Berkeley Group for Ethics and Regulation of Innovative Technologies. Research shows that 26% of adult Americans have a diagnosable mental health situation each year,…

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A Roadmap to Improve Health Outcomes By Investing In Green and Healthy Homes

A Roadmap to Improve Health Outcomes By Investing In Green and Healthy Homes

Originally broadcast on January 25, 2024 There are many ways to address the social determinants of health but do we need to pay more attention to the one right in front of us? The Green and Healthy Homes Initiative thinks so, and it’s focused on addressing health inequities by making homes healthier, safer and more energy efficient. Ruth Ann Norton leads the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative, a national nonprofit operating in 65 communities that’s helping residents understand that unhealthy…

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Helping Community Health Workers Succeed: Ideas From an Innovative Program

Helping Community Health Workers Succeed: Ideas From an Innovative Program

Originally broadcast on January 18, 2024 Experts praise community health workers as the keys to building a more equitable and fair health care system in America. Is there a way to unlock more success for hiring and retaining them? Dr. Shreya Kangovi thinks so; she developed the IMPaCT Care program, which is saving money and quickly growing. “Conversations on Health Care” hosts Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter talked to her about how it’s a standardized, scalable program that transforms the…

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She Helped Design Pres. Biden’s AI Bill of Rights—How Does It Protect Patients?

She Helped Design Pres. Biden’s AI Bill of Rights—How Does It Protect Patients?

Originally broadcast on January 11, 2024 Less than three months ago, Alondra Nelson, Ph.D., proudly watched as President Biden unveiled the administration’s blueprint for an artificial intelligence bill of rights, which is focused on ensuring safe, secure and trustworthy technology. Nelson had a big role in developing the strategy as she served as deputy assistant to the president and acting director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy. Since then, major health care companies have agreed to…

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Are You Up to Date on Health Care Policy & Innovation as 2024 Kicks Off? We Can Help.

Are You Up to Date on Health Care Policy & Innovation as 2024 Kicks Off? We Can Help.

Originally broadcast on January 4, 2024 A new year brings hope for breakthroughs for our most complex health care issues. The leading thinkers have been sharing their perspectives with us. We’ve captured the highlights from our recent interviews covering vaccinations, abortion, mental health and all the top stories with hosts Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter. Plus, we have important updates for 2024. Conversations on Health Care features in-depth discussions on health policy and innovation with industry newsmakers from around the…

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