The expansion of public coverage is arguably the Affordable Care Act’s greatest victory. States that have expanded Medicaid have seen both health and economic benefits.
Policy & Advocacy
State leaders drive changes to our health care system. Read more about how we're providing them with policy leadership and a systems perspective.
Patent Pending
Recently, my doctor asked both my husband and I to get a certain blood test. Trying to be smart health care consumers, we asked how much it would cost, and—as expected—he didn’t know.
Investing for Health
After living as a renter for most of my adult life, I purchased my first home in March of this year with my husband. We made the choice to stay close to the urban core of Denver and bought a condo.
A Home for Health
There are undeniable links between homelessness and health. Poor health can result in homelessness, and homelessness can create and oftentimes exacerbate health issues, creating a vicious cycle.
A Breath of Fresh Air
Finding ways to reduce smoking is a major role of public health advocates and the health care system, but it’s been slow going. One popular approach is a tax on tobacco products.