Health disparities

California’s Struggle to Close Health Disparities: Why Promising Solutions Were Left Behind
Fortina Hernández is known as “the one who knows it all.” She’s been a community health worker for over 20 ... Read more

Unlocking Rural Health: How Medicaid Reimbursement for Community Health Workers Can Transform Access and Care
An Arkansas law, effective next month, aims to bridge gaps in rural healthcare. Known as the Community Health Workers Act, ... Read more

How Medicaid Cuts Endanger Healthcare Access for Rural Communities
Big cuts to Medicaid funding could hit rural towns hard. Hospitals may close, and healthcare access will shrink. Michael Shepherd, ... Read more

University Launches First Off-Campus Hospital, Powered by Groundbreaking Eccles Gift
Groundbreaking Hospital in West Valley City: A New Era in Health Care Exciting news is unfolding in West Valley City! ... Read more

Exploring the Impact of Proposed Medicaid Cuts on Public Health: What You Need to Know
House Republicans have suggested cutting $880 billion from Medicaid over the next decade to fund $4.5 trillion in tax breaks. ... Read more

Discover the Impact of Public Health Grants: Highlights from Southern Arkansas University Reception
Southern Arkansas University (SAU) has recently wrapped up an important public health initiative, backed by the Arkansas Department of Health ... Read more

Uncovering the Roots of Health Disparities: A Historical Data Exploration
Over the last hundred years, the reasons behind health inequalities have changed. In the past, issues like infectious diseases and ... Read more

Live Heart Smart: Tips from DPH for a Healthier Lifestyle
February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on heart health. It’s crucial because heart disease is the top ... Read more