Social drivers are critical in shaping health outcomes, maybe having a greater impact than medical care alone. Medicaid has been a leading source of funding for addressing social drivers of health. With deep cuts to Medicaid proposed by the recently passed reconciliation bill, we can assume that essential and already underfunded health programs are at […]
How do we best support the health needs of diverse disability communities? What can we do to provide inclusive and affirming care, while removing barriers? Determining the answers to these questions calls for data collection that reflects a broad definition of disability, and allows for comparison across other demographic groups, like race. At least 1 […]
How do functional disabilities affect depression among older adults in the United States? This study in the Disability & Health Journal studies differences across racial and ethnic groups. It identifies key factors that can support mental wellbeing in this population. This plain language summary is part of a new series sharing highlights from the Disability and Health […]
There are over 12.8 million people who access their health care through a mix of Medicare and Medicaid funding. These individuals include a diverse group of people from across the disability community. Ensuring adequate health coverage and services for this population of “dually-eligible” individuals is a large part of our ongoing policy work. In this […]
What are the core areas that affect health and wellbeing for people with IDD? This study in the Disability & Health Journal draws on the knowledge of community members, caregivers, and clinicians. It identifies ways to support the health of this disability community. This plain language summary is part of a new series sharing highlights […]
How do Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) affect health long-term? This study in the Disability & Health Journal examines how ACEs impact outcomes for people with brain injuries. This plain language summary is part of our series sharing highlights from the Disability and Health Journal. Why was this study done? Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can lead […]
Why do people choose not to apply for disability benefits? This study in the Disability & Health Journal looks at decision-making among people with disabilities. It focuses on people who can no longer work full-time. This plain language summary is part of a new series sharing highlights from the Disability and Health Journal. Why was […]
The Affordable Care Act is an important protection that supports care for the disability community. In this ongoing blog series, we will dive deeper into our policy work for 2025. This post is being released as 90% of the ACA Navigator workforce is facing layoffs, and drastic changes to the ACA are being proposed. Our […]
How does a person’s disability severity affect their risk of IPV? This study in the Disability & Health Journal looks at the risk of IPV among mothers. It focuses on rural Pakistan as a case study. This plain language summary is part of a new series sharing highlights from the Disability and Health Journal. Why […]
What was the Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health? This study in the Disability & Health Journal looks at the mental health of violent crime victims during COVID. This plain language summary is part of a new series sharing highlights from the Disability and Health Journal. Why was this study done? The COVID-19 pandemic has […]