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Allies for a Healthier Oregon (AHO) Monthly Meeting Schedule

by Hillary Regan | Jul 21, 2016 | Events, Events from We Can Do Better

AHO 2016 Monthly Meeting Schedule All meetings are held from 1:00 – 3:30 pm with conference call option available ****************************************************************************** AHO Meeting – August 9, 2016 LOCATION: Planned Parenthood Columbia...

OPB Think out Loud: African-Americans & Health Care

by Hillary Regan | Jul 13, 2016 | Blog, Learn

Portland State University alumnus and Harvard School of Public Health fellow Adolfo Cuevas shares the results of his study looking into mistrust of health care professionals by Portland’s African-American community. Listen to it...

OR Health Forum: Winners & Losers in the Battle to Control Healthcare Costs

by Hillary Regan | Jun 21, 2016 | Events, Events from selected partners

This innovative forum will explore the potential cost impacts to employers, physicians and other stakeholders by changing our healthcare payment system. When: Friday, June 24, 2016 from 6:45 AM to 9:15 AM (PDT) Where: Multnomah Athletic Club – 1849 Southwest...

Venue Update: Healthcare in the USA: Are we ready for reform once again?

by Hillary Regan | Jun 17, 2016 | Events, Events from selected partners

Healthcare in the USA: Are we ready for reform once again? Date: August 1st, 2016 Time: 3:00 – 4:30 pm UPDATED Venue: Collaborative Live Sciences Building, Room 3003A, 2730 SW Moody Avenue Portland, OR 97201 Co-sponsors: City Club of Portland, Health and Public Safety...

In States Not Expanding Medicaid, Poor Are at Risk for Higher Costs, Fewer Benefits

by Hillary Regan | Jun 16, 2016 | Blog, Learn

Low-income adults who qualify for expanded Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) but live in states that have not increased eligibility for the program are at risk of paying higher out-of-pocket costs and receiving less comprehensive insurance coverage,...