What does it take to design safer, more resilient infrastructure? The Human Factors team at Volpe explores how cognitive science, behavior, and ergonomics can improve transportation systems—from reducing fatigue-related crashes…
Learn MoreED boarding—where admitted patients wait in the ER for inpatient beds—isn’t just an inconvenience, it’s a public health crisis. The AHRQ Summit convened health leaders to tackle this systemic problem…
Learn MoreOn February 21, 2024, UnitedHealth Group Incorporated disclosed that one of its companies’ units— Change Healthcare—was experiencing a cyberattack. The BlackCat/ALPHV ransomware group—a Russia-linked cybercrime organization—claimed responsibility. Repercussions from this…
Learn MoreThe healthcare industry saw significant change in 2023. Emerging from the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector experienced three defining trends that we believe are reshaping the landscape for…
Learn MoreThe 2025 VA Health Care Benefits Overview helps Veterans, families, and caregivers understand who’s eligible, what’s covered, and how to enroll in VA health care. It explains priority groups, copayments,…
Learn MoreAs the healthcare landscape shifts, securing diverse funding is essential to sustain primary care research. This resource offers guidance on tapping into federal agencies, foundations, healthcare systems, and even private…
Learn MoreMost Americans rely on private health plans, with employer-sponsored plans covering 165 million people in 2023 and 16.3 million enrolled through the Healthcare.gov Marketplace. Employer-sponsored plans often have lower average…
Learn MoreGovernors continue to prioritize strengthening states’ and territories’ healthcare workforces. The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (the NGA Center) has supported states and territories on their Governors’ healthcare…
Learn MoreThe Veterans Health Administration (VHA) updated its specialty care referral process to improve coordination and scheduling for veterans. While the Referral Coordination Initiative has helped streamline access to specialty care,…
Learn MoreThis booklet is a valuable resource tailored for Veterans, their families, and caregivers to navigate the VA health care system. It covers essential topics like eligibility, health benefits, and potential…
Learn MoreAugmented and virtual reality (AR/VR) technologies are rapidly redefining health care—from personalized surgical planning and chronic pain relief to mental health treatment and medical education. This report outlines how immersive…
Learn MoreThe Health Artifact and Image Management Solution (HAIMS) is a behind-the-scenes powerhouse connecting healthcare data across the Department of Defense and VA. With access to over 100 million images and…
Learn MoreThe GAO report highlights critical challenges in the Veterans Health Administration’s Foreign Medical Program. Over the past several years, claim reimbursements for veterans receiving healthcare abroad have surged, yet inefficiencies…
Learn MoreThe Department of Defense’s Defense Health Agency (DHA) has restructured its management of military medical facilities, shifting from a market to a network model to improve coordination and efficiency. However,…
Learn MoreCybersecurity threats to the healthcare sector have become more frequent and more severe, carrying increased potential for clinical impact. Cybersecurity incidents have rendered medical devices and hospital networks inoperable, disrupting…
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