As we observe Emergency Preparedness Month, we delve into emerging trends that are transforming how communities, institutions, and individuals prepare for disasters. These trends, grounded in ...

A community-based care management program in Rhode Island reduced hospitalizations and inpatient costs. There were stark differences across subgroups based on intensity of care. Objectives: A variety ...

On May 11, 2023, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a news release on behalf of HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra, announcing the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE ...

Historically, emergency preparedness programs in long term care (“LTC”) facilities have been less prioritized with facilities understandably focusing on patient care and operations. But with the ...

If you haven’t already, see last week’s column titled: Part 1: Realistic Individual Preparedness before reading on. In emergency management we know that all disasters are local. We say it all the time ...

During the past several decades, state Medicaid programs have expanded the use of home and community-based services, particularly through Section 1915(c) waivers and Section 1115 demonstration waivers ...