Health-Related Social Needs

Policy Priorities 2025 - Health-Related Social Needs.

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 […]

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Research on Depression and Functional Disability in Later Life

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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 […]

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Supporting Dual Eligibles in 2025

Policy Focus 2025: Dual Eligibles. American Association on Health and Disability Logo.

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 […]

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Research on the Effects of ACEs on Brain Injury

Research highlight from the Disability and Health Journal. A wall of brain imaging is mounted on a wall.

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 […]

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