Health Coverage Expansion in California: What Can Consumers Afford to Spend?

Analyzes Californians' current spending on insurance premiums and out-of-pocket expenditures to assess whether proposals to make obtaining health insurance mandatory include sufficient measures to make it affordable for low- and middle-income families

The Public Health Impacts of AB 2716

This report provides a review of the literature on the public health impacts of paid sick leave. To date, research in this area has been somewhat limited. Generally speaking, the literature focuses on a few key industries and illnesses. These include the commercial food, health-services and child-care industries, and common illnesses such as gastrointestinal and respiratory infections

First Dollar Coverage for Chronic Disease Care: Can it Save Money and Improve Patient Outcomes?

Benefit-based interventions to address chronic disease compliance generally involve one of two approaches. The most common strategy is to exempt classes of drugs from copayments or coinsurance; a less tested strategy is to exempt classes of patients (i.e., diabetics) from cost sharing. Do such interventions improve health outcomes, and do they save money

Health Impact Assessment of the California Healthy Families, Healthy Workplaces Act of 2008

A research report showing that the proposed California paid sick days legislation will have significant positive public health impacts

Insights From Caregivers on the Impact of Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis on Families: "I'm Tired, Overwhelmed, and Feel Like I'm Failing as a Mother"

Background The impact of pediatric atopic dermatitis (AD) on families is largely hidden from view, and AD is commonly misunderstood as a minor skin condition. Few studies have examined the full burden of AD from the family perspective. Objective The aim of the study was to assess the burden of AD on children and families using a caregiver-centered survey. Methods A 72-item anonymous online survey was posted on social media sites targeted to or composed of parents of children with AD. It explored the following 9 domains of impact: sleep, social isolation, time requirements, life decisions, family relationship dynamics, energy/fatigue, mental health impacts, and unmet treatment needs. Atopic dermatitis severity was reported by respondents using the Patient-Oriented Eczema Measure. Statistical analyses were conducted using R 3.6.0. Results Two hundred thirty-five individuals completed the survey during the 1-month period that it was promoted via social media. Caregivers reported frequent sleep disturbance, exhaustion, worry, and social isolation related to their child's AD. Conclusions Results highlight the need for psychosocial support and respite care for caregivers of children with AD.Open access articleThis item from the UA Faculty Publications collection is made available by the University of Arizona with support from the University of Arizona Libraries. If you have questions, please contact us at [email protected]

Health Coverage Expansion in California: What Can Consumers Afford to Spend?

Health care proposals should take into account what Californians currently spend on health care. As this analysis reveals, health care currently represents a significant expense for lower and middle income workers (families with incomes less than 300% of FPL), especially if they purchase coverage through the individual market

Mental Health Interventions for Atopic Dermatitis: Knowledge Gaps, Pilot Programs, and Future Directions

Atopic dermatitis (AD) is associated with high levels of psychosocial burden, often resulting in poor mental health outcomes. Despite this association, few studies have evaluated the efficacy of mental health interventions within this population. Utilization of multidisciplinary and peer-led support in addition to equipping patients with psychological tools may be beneficial in improving mental health outcomes. Future research is needed to determine which interventions and formats are desired, effective, and accessible among patients and caregivers with AD