The role of managed care organizations (MCOs) in providing mental health services through Medicaid has been growing. However, there is a lack of understanding about the methods these organizations use to tackle access issues. What obstacles do they face? What strategies do they use to improve acces
Healthcare is a complex world. It involves many people working together. Doctors, nurses, and other staff must share information quickly and accurately. If they don't, mistakes can happen. These mistakes can harm patients. This is why good communication is so important in hospitals. A lot of resear
Alcohol is a big deal in Wisconsin. It is a part of many social events and gatherings. April is the month when health experts talk openly about the risks of drinking too much. They want people to understand the dangers and know that help is available. Many people in Wisconsin drink alcohol. In fact
The link between moving from one place to another and the double burden of malnutrition is a hot topic in many developing countries. This burden comes from a mix of social, economic, and nutritional changes. A recent study dug into how women's migration within their own countries affects this issue.
Nine years have passed since the declaration of a public health emergency due to toxic drugs in British Columbia. The province has seen over 16, 000 deaths linked to these dangerous substances. This grim milestone was marked by a rally outside the legislature, where families and advocates gathered t
Education plays a big part in how people make daily health choices. It's not just about knowing what's good for you. It's also about how your surroundings and social life affect your habits. Two studies in Germany looked into this. They focused on smoking and drinking sugary drinks. These habits are
The use of technology has become a hot topic when it comes to its effects on the brain. With many people now reaching old age having grown up with technology, researchers wanted to see how it affects their mental sharpness. They dug into 57 studies involving over 400, 000 older adults. The result
The Apple Watch is turning 10. No, there won't be a big party. Instead, Apple is using the date to push people to get active. April 24th is now "Global Close Your Rings Day. " It's a day when Apple Watch users are encouraged to complete their daily activity goals. This includes moving, exercisi
A major shift is happening at Intel. The tech giant has decided to sell a big chunk of its Altera division. This move is part of a broader strategy to turn things around. Intel is selling 51% of Altera to a company called Silver Lake. The deal is worth a whopping $4. 46 billion. This is a significan
CT scans are a common tool in modern medicine. They help doctors spot and diagnose health issues. They also guide medical procedures. But there is a catch. These scans expose people to ionizing radiation. This type of radiation is known to cause cancer. A recent study shed light on this issue. It su
