What Lies Ahead for the Affordable Care Act?
A key Supreme Court ruling expected soon, and other policies and proposals playing out at the state and federal level.
May 21, 2021 2:29 PM
Kara Gavin
Research and Policy Media Relations Manager
Gavin draws on more than 25 years of experience in communicating about science, medicine and health policy. She focuses mainly on the research of the 640 health services wonks who belong to the U-M Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, who work to understand and improve the safety, quality, equity and affordability of health care. As part of the Michigan Medicine communication team, she has lead responsibility for primary care and mental health topics. Twitter: @Karag
Vast Under-Treatment of Diabetes Seen in Global Study
Only 1 in 10 people with diabetes in low- and middle-income countries are getting evidence-based, low-cost comprehensive care.
May 21, 2021 11:11 AM
Treatment Barrier Falls, but More Remain, for People with Opioid Issues
Policy shift could improve access to buprenorphine for opioid use disorder, but stigma and training still pose significant challenge.
May 21, 2021 10:55 AM
A Year-Long Sprint: Sanjay Gupta Reflects on Communications and the Pandemic
From variants and vaccines to what lies ahead, CNN medical correspondent and University of Michigan alum shares insights.
May 12, 2021 5:00 AM
Even Small Health Insurance Bills May Cause Healthy Low-Income People to Drop Coverage
Data from Michigan’s Medicaid expansion program could inform other states and programs.
May 10, 2021 10:19 AM
Patient Support Programs for Painful Conditions May Reduce Opioid Use
Study in people taking a biologic drug for autoimmune diseases shows association of patient support programs with reduced chance of starting opioid pain medicines or continuing on them.
May 06, 2021 1:06 PM
