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The decisions, plans, and actions that are undertaken to achieve specific health care goals within a society.
The organized arrangements and institutions that deliver health care services to individuals and populations.
The methods and resources used to pay for health care services, including public and private funding mechanisms.
The ability of individuals to obtain needed health care services in a timely manner.
The degree to which health care services provided to individuals and populations improve desired health outcomes.
Efforts to change or improve the existing health care system to achieve better health outcomes, access, and affordability.
Policies and interventions aimed at improving the health of populations, preventing diseases, and promoting healthy behaviors.
The systematic evaluation of health policies to assess their impact, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Efforts to influence health policy decisions and promote policies that improve health and well-being.
The moral principles and values that guide decision-making in health policy, including considerations of fairness, justice, and equity.
Policies and strategies aimed at addressing global health challenges and improving health outcomes worldwide.
The systematic assessment of health policies to determine their effectiveness, efficiency, and impact on health outcomes.
The process of putting health policies into action, including planning, organizing, and managing resources to achieve policy goals.
The scientific investigation of health policy issues to generate evidence and inform policy development and decision-making.
The intersection of health policy and political processes, including policy formulation, implementation, and evaluation.
The legal framework and regulations that govern health policy, including laws related to health care delivery, financing, and access.
The economic factors and principles that influence health policy decisions, including cost-effectiveness and resource allocation.
The social, economic, and environmental factors that shape health outcomes and contribute to health inequities.
The unequal distribution of health care resources and health outcomes among different populations, often based on race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.
The use of technology and digital innovations to improve health care delivery, access, and outcomes.
Policies and programs aimed at addressing the health and social needs of older adults, including long-term care and retirement benefits.
Policies and interventions aimed at promoting mental health, preventing mental illnesses, and improving access to mental health care services.
Policies and regulations aimed at protecting and improving environmental quality to promote public health and prevent diseases.
Policies and strategies aimed at preventing, controlling, and treating infectious diseases, including vaccination programs and disease surveillance.
Policies and interventions aimed at preventing and managing chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Policies and programs aimed at promoting healthy behaviors, preventing diseases, and improving overall health and well-being.
Policies and initiatives aimed at addressing workforce shortages, improving training and education, and ensuring a competent and diverse health care workforce.
Policies and regulations aimed at ensuring the safety, efficacy, and affordability of pharmaceutical drugs and promoting rational drug use.
Policies and regulations aimed at expanding access to health insurance coverage and ensuring financial protection against health care costs.
Policies and programs aimed at providing health insurance coverage for older adults and people with disabilities in the United States.
Policies and programs aimed at providing health insurance coverage for low-income individuals and families in the United States.
The comprehensive health care reform law enacted in the United States in 2010, aimed at expanding access to health insurance coverage and improving the quality and affordability of health care.
The role of international organizations, such as the World Health Organization, in shaping global health policies and coordinating efforts to address global health challenges.
Policies and interventions aimed at reducing health disparities and achieving equitable health outcomes for all populations.
Policies and initiatives aimed at addressing social determinants of health, promoting equity, and ensuring fair distribution of health care resources.
The ethical considerations and principles that guide health policy decisions, including issues related to patient autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
Policies and programs aimed at promoting reproductive health, ensuring access to family planning services, and addressing reproductive rights and justice.
Policies and initiatives aimed at addressing the unique health needs and disparities faced by LGBTQ+ individuals, including access to inclusive and culturally competent health care services.
Policies and programs aimed at promoting women's health, ensuring access to reproductive health care services, and addressing gender-based health disparities.
Policies and programs aimed at promoting the health and well-being of children, including access to pediatric care, immunizations, and early childhood development services.
Policies and initiatives aimed at addressing health disparities and improving health outcomes for racial and ethnic minority populations.
Policies and regulations aimed at promoting the rights and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in health care and society.
Policies and strategies aimed at preparing for and responding to public health emergencies, such as natural disasters and disease outbreaks.
Policies and initiatives aimed at promoting innovation in health care delivery, technology, and research to improve health outcomes and efficiency.
Policies and regulations aimed at protecting the privacy and security of health information, including electronic health records and patient data.