Felix Aguilar, MD, MPH, MHCM

California’s Whole Person Care Pilot program (#WPC) was a #Medicaid Section 1115 waiver demonstration program focused on the provision of #carecoordination and other services to address eligible beneficiaries’ health-related social needs (HRSN). #managedcareplans Systems for Action researchers Emmeline Chuang, Nadereh Pourat and team recognized evidence of the implementation and impact of #HRSN interventions is limited. Their mixed-methods S4A study examines pilot-level variation in impact on acute care utilization and identifies program implementation strategies. #EDvisits #hospitalizations #systemsalignment Read their findings in 𝘔𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸: https://lnkd.in/gdDB5_8B

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UCSF Receives CDC Grant as one of 10 National Regional Centers for Public Health Preparedness and Response UCSF has received a five-year grant from the Centers for Disease Control as one of 10 regional centers for Public Health Preparedness and Response (PHPR), an effort to ensure the country is ready to meet any future health threats, from pandemics to extreme weather events. Public health emergencies such as COVID-19, hurricanes and extreme heat have underscored the critical need for a more robust and resilient U.S. public health system, the CDC said. UCSF received the grant as the lead institution for the newly established Region 9 Pacific Southwest Center for Emergency Public Health, which covers California, Arizona, Nevada, Hawaii and Pacific territories controlled by the U.S. “The Regional Centers will play a vital role in advancing the development and implementation of evidence-based strategies and interventions across communities, enhancing their ability to prepare for and respond to public health threats,” Lisa C. Barrios, DrPH, director of the Division of Readiness and Response Science at the CDC, said in a letter announcing the grants. Read full article at https://lnkd.in/gQczUGhi

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Join the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network and the Oncology Nursing Society for a discussion on cancer inequities faced by Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. This discussion will explore how disaggregated data, culturally competent care, and equitable patient navigation can significantly improve cancer outcomes for these communities.

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⚕ Public Health Uncoded - Episode 08: Sargassum 🌿 Host: Dr. Saroj Pachauri Guest: Dr. Norma Muñoz In this episode, Dr. Saroj Pachauri explored the pressing issue of sargassum with Dr. Norma Patricia Muñoz Sevilla, a leading expert in #marinebiology. Discover the far-reaching #impacts of this invasive #seaweed on #health, #tourism, and #localeconomies in the #Caribbean. Learn about its #ecologicaleffects, the #healthrisks posed by #heavymetals, and explore #innovativesolutions to turn this #environmentalchallenge into an opportunity. This insightful discussion bridges #climatechange and #publichealth, offering valuable perspectives on a complex issue. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gEUBDz24

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CLEAR PCA, in collaboration with host organization CERP, has been making strides in enhancing Health Care Monitoring and Evaluation Systems in Punjab. 🔗 Read more about how these efforts are shaping the future of healthcare in the region: https://lnkd.in/dip6AJEf #Healthcare #Monitoring #Evaluation #Punjab Global Evaluation Initiative

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Key takeaways from yesterday's Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) webinar: "What the US Presidential Election Outcome Means for Public Health." Speaker Ali S. Khan, MD, MPH, Dean, University of Nebraska Medicine Medical Center College of Public Health: 1) "Public health can be political... We cannot be perceived as partisan." 2) "There are 39 credited public health schools and 77 credited programs in red states. It is possible to do really good public health...if you're in a red state." 3) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) priorities in 2025 may include: child health, substance abuse, mental health, obesity, rural health, preparedness (#H5 Bird Flu). "We'll see, time will tell." 4) "Public health has long been viewed as an invisible safety net - we cannot be invisible anymore." 5) "We're all scientists. We should have a sense of curiousity." Speaker: Mark Mioduski, Principal and Director, Cornerstone Government Affairs: (1) U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) funding in 2025 is "a wild card." Funding for inequalities and disparities will "fall out of favor in next year's appropriations." "New threats we've never seen before." You can view the webinar recording: https://lnkd.in/eSu9rRG6

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Fabulous webinar and conversation yesterday about AI in Healthcare cross-country from Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group | Kaiser Permanente with my colleague from SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PERMANENTE MEDICAL GROUP Dr. John Rott, thank you Chris Corriveau and the entire team who helped organize. Sharing these apropos tips from our most recent Forbes Technology Council article on "19 Ways To Manage Different Stakeholders 😍" https://lnkd.in/eWymqdkg Top 19! 1. Strive For Collaboration 2. Prioritize Investments Based On Results 3. Communicate Openly 4. Embrace A Long-Term Portfolio Strategy 5. Prioritize With A Strategic Framework 6. Assess Dependencies 7. Develop A Transparent, Systematic Framework 8. Determine Needs And Wants 9. Use Outcome-Oriented Metrics 10. Consider The Value 11. Help Stakeholders Find Common Ground 12. Establish And Follow A Principle-Driven Approach 13. Let Data Drive Your Decision-Making 14. Implement Teams To Focus On Stakeholder Engagement 15. Prioritize Streamlining Workflows And Processes 16. Understand Your Customers’ Needs 17. Hold Stakeholder Meetings Regularly 18. Put A Governance Mechanism In Place 19. Encourage Empathy

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DHCS’ Chief Quality & Medical Officer and Deputy Director of Quality and Population Health Management, Palav Babaria, contributed to a new report on primary care's role in advancing health equity in California. The report provides 10 actionable recommendations to strengthen primary care and advance health equity in California. The link between primary care access and improved health outcomes is undeniable. We have a roadmap for change, from involving communities in policymaking to expanding pipeline programs for underrepresented groups. Now’s the time for positive change. Read more: https://ow.ly/y5fB50TgL8a #HealthEquity #PrimaryCare #CaliforniaHealthCare

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At Circadian Health, we recognize the importance of proactive care pathways in addressing the unique needs of high-risk members. By shifting diagnosis, evaluation, and monitoring to the home, we can effectively close care gaps and improve health outcomes. Our comprehensive care pathways target common comorbidities across multiple specialties, ensuring that patients receive the right support regardless of their entry point. With our approach, diabetes patients have experienced a 22% decrease in hospitalizations, notable decreases in A1C levels, and improved adherence rates. Our heart failure patients have seen significant reductions in emergency room visits, inpatient stays, readmissions within 30 days, and overall all-cause admissions. By providing virtual-first specialty care, at-home monitoring, and tailored education support, we empower patients to manage their health more effectively while minimizing the risk of adverse events. #ChronicCare #HomeHealth #IntegratedCare #PatientOutcomes #Telemedicine #VirtualCare #Prevention

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), led by Secretary Xavier Becerra, has declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) to address the devastating health impacts of the wildfires in Los Angeles County. This declaration, following President Biden’s major disaster declaration, enables greater flexibility for healthcare providers to support Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries during this challenging time. HHS and the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) are working tirelessly alongside state and local officials to provide critical public health and medical support. From deploying responders and medical resources to sharing wildfire-specific preparedness tools, we are committed to ensuring the safety and recovery of affected communities. Key initiatives include: ✅ Mobilizing the Long Beach Medical Reserve Corps to assist local efforts. ✅ Leveraging the HHS emPOWER program to support at-risk residents reliant on medical equipment and services. ✅ Offering 24/7 emotional support via the Disaster Distress Helpline (1-800-985-5990). ✅ Providing HIPAA waivers and guidance to streamline emergency healthcare delivery. Together, these actions reflect a coordinated response to support individuals, hospitals, and shelters affected by this crisis. Our thoughts remain with all impacted, and we stand ready to assist in recovery and healing. ---- https://lnkd.in/e3XgeFNF. ----- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) American Hospital Association American Medical Association

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ACOs and #palliativecare providers have driven substantial savings in the Medicare Shared Savings Program by improving care coordination, addressing health disparities, and targeting high-needs populations, saving $1.8 billion in 2022, the program's sixth consecutive year of significant cost reductions. https://bit.ly/48TTwus

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Most viewed in the last 7 days from JAMA Health Forum: This JAMA Forum discusses the responsibilities of public health agencies that overlap with those of the CDC and argues that the role of the CDC could be redirected to better meet the needs of its core mission. https://ja.ma/40jMUU6

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It's a @jamanetwork week for us. Thank you to Ro Pereira, MD, director of our Office of Health Equity and section chief of Endocrinology Denver Health for addressing racial and ethnic disparities in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) prescriptions among diabetes patients in a commentary in JAMA Network Open. Her piece emphasizes the need for equitable CGM access to improve diabetes outcomes across diverse populations such as those in our essential health care delivery system. Read the commentary: https://lnkd.in/gDpPm6TN #learninghealthsystem #healthequity #researchmatters

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At the recent Journal of the American Heart Association (JAHA) Section Session, a dynamic panel of experts—including Bernadette Boden Albala, MPH, DrPH, founding dean of the UC Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health—explored strategies to achieve social justice in healthcare. The session inspired a powerful viewpoint article in JAHA that defines social justice as ensuring everyone has access to affordable healthcare, education, and resources. Tackling health disparities in cardiovascular disease (CVD) requires addressing systemic barriers like bias, social determinants of health, and lack of diversity in research and clinical trials. In the article (https://lnkd.in/gCcWHhdc), Boden-Albala emphasizes the need for community-driven approaches, sharing her work on family-focused interventions in disadvantaged communities. Her team tackles issues like noise pollution, food deserts, and unsafe spaces—critical social determinants of heart health. Co-authors include leading voices including Carissa Baker-Smith, MD, MPH, FAHA, FACC, FAAP, Salina Waddy, Mahasin Mujahid of UC Berkeley School of Public Health, Tochi Okwuosa, & Emmanuel Peprah of NYU School of Global Public Health. Together, they highlight how a comprehensive approach to social justice can transform cardiovascular health outcomes nationwide. #PublicHealth #SocialJustice #CardiovascularHealth #JAHA #HealthEquity

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One honest conversation is all it can take to help prevent opioid misuse. The Starts with One provider toolkit, a partnership between Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) and HCA, equips health care facilities, providers, and patients with the tools necessary to start important conversations about responsible opioid use. Read more in our latest HCA Connections blog at https://loom.ly/qfE0I-g

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Have you heard about our Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)? This quick survey will let you share what you think is most important for healthy communities. Complete it today! bit.ly/CHNACOME

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⚠️ Despite significant evidence showing that the long-term benefits of reorienting health towards primary health care outweigh the costs, #PHC continues to be neglected. 📚 Resources for policy-makers and implementers: 💡 A high-level panel this Monday at #WHA77 to discuss experiences from 🌎 🌍 🌏 https://lnkd.in/dPQMQzaP 💡 The "how" of implementing #PHC based on what works in different contexts https://lnkd.in/deZ67QSR 💡 An analysis of the political economy dicothomy in #PHC (The Lancet ) https://lnkd.in/g73qh2Xk Jarbas Barbosa World Health Organization Pan American Health Organization Helga Fogstad UNICEF Ministerio de Sanidad Rana Hajjeh WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean (EMRO) WHO Regional Office for Europe Ana E. Karina Rando Huluk Ministerio de Salud Pública - Uruguay #PHC4UHC #HealthForAll

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