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An inconsistent lexicon can hurt hospital planning, operations, communication and credibility. Here's how to correct it.

Emily Friedman challenged us to examine, dissect and understand the most complex and challenging issues in one of the most complex and challenging areas of our lives — namely, health care.

News about population health, home health aides, social workers, NPSF, patient safety, collaborative governance, social determinants of health

For patients without a reliable means of transportation, keeping medical appointments can be difficult.

One in four Americans experiences a mental illness or substance use disorder each year, and the majority of those also have a comorbid physical health condition.

Predictive analytics can help hospitals improve patient care, become more efficient and reduce costs.

Plus, the cost of reporting on quality of care.

This year’s Foster G. McGaw Prize winner is dedicated to addressing the social and economic determinants of health in its communities.