Health Care Policy

A blueprint for change in acute and critical care nursing

A new article from Penn Nursing faculty proposes a significant shift in how nursing care is measured within acute and critical care settings by recognizing the full scope of a nurse’s work and its impact on patient outcomes.

From Penn Nursing News

Catalyzing reform in health care payment

Penn’s Parity Center engages an interdisciplinary team of experts to collaborate with health insurers, health systems, physician practices and policymakers. Deputy director Austin S. Kilaru describes the Center’s mission, success, and future.

From the Center for Health Incentives and Behavioral Economics

Gearing up for research on aging

GEAR UP, an initiative offered by the Population Aging Research Center and the Leonard Davis Institute, gives students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds hands-on experience and mentoring to address a global challenge.

Susan Ahlborn



In the News


Stat

Being a patient can be a full-time job. This ICU nurse wants to make it easier

Michael Anne Kyle of the Perelman School of Medicine is linking survey data and medical records to determine exactly how administrative burdens impact health care.

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WHYY (Philadelphia)

Should we put health warning labels on food?

Christina Roberto of the Perelman School of Medicine discusses whether ultra-processed packaged food should have warning labels to highlight nutritional content.

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NBC News

Elder care costs are outpacing inflation. Americans want a lifeline

Shekinah Fashaw-Walters of the Perelman School of Medicine says that Black and Hispanic Medicare beneficiaries are less likely to access higher-quality home health agencies.

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Philadelphia Inquirer

When it comes to restaurant portions, size matters, Penn researcher says

Sophia Hua of the Perelman School of Medicine is analyzing how smaller portions at restaurants could make dining out healthier and could help combat obesity.

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WHYY (Philadelphia)

Philadelphia-area health experts see shift in attitudes on vaccination in ‘post-COVID’ era

Alison Buttenheim of the School of Nursing comments on attitude shifts around vaccines following the pandemic.

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WHYY (Philadelphia)

Philadelphia physician Dr. Ala Stanford publishes memoir on overcoming adversity and the health care system

In a Q&A, Ala Stanford of the School of Arts & Sciences discusses her new book, “Take Care of Them Like My Own,” which addresses inequalities and racial injustices in health care systems.

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