Brexit Changed the UK Health Care Workforce but Did Little to Ease Doctor Shortages

24 August 2026

The United Kingdom’s vote to leave the European Union (EU) was associated with major shifts in health care worker migration and worsening physician shortages in…

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Public Health Initiatives Aimed at Reducing Dementia Risk Could Potentially Save the UK Economy Up to £4 Billion

24 August 2024

Public health interventions aimed at reducing dementia risk factors could potentially save up to £4 billion in England by lowering dementia rates and enhancing overall…

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Occupational Downgrading as a Factor in Mental Health Issues Among Undocumented Migrants

14 August 2024

A recent research paper titled “Downgraded Dreams: Labor Market Outcomes and Mental Health in Undocumented Migration,” conducted by Carlo Devillanova from Bocconi University’s Department of…

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Rising Use of Ozempic and Wegovy Among Privately Insured Patients Could Exacerbate Health Disparities

14 August 2024

A recent study from the University of Southern California reveals that publicly insured individuals who are most likely to benefit from new medications for diabetes…

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Decline in Medicare Outpatient Procedures Reported by Family Physicians Amidst Aging Population Trends

17 June 2024

Family physicians, operating primarily in their offices, are responsible for a wide range of procedures, from simple surgeries to joint injections. However, the training they…

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Medicare is covering message-based e-visits. Are older adults utilising this service?

26 May 2024

At the onset of the pandemic, Medicare made a pivotal move, announcing its intention to reimburse healthcare providers for the time spent managing patients’ digital…

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Concerns over expenses, time away from employment, and COVID-19 deterred some older adults from undergoing surgical procedures

22 March 2024

Recent research highlights that the decision-making process for older adults regarding elective surgery encompasses far more than the anticipated pain and recovery time. A significant…

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