Population health

The Aging Population and the Health Care Act Introduction The Patient Protection and Affordable Healthcare Act (PPACA) is federal legislation designed to increase the rate of health insurance coverage and reduce the overall costs of healthcare. Along with the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act it represents the most significant government expansion and regulatory overhaul of the U.S. Healthcare system since the passage of Medicare and Medicaid in 1965 (Vicni & Stempel, 2012). The PPACA

The Native Hawaiian population faces several health disparities. “Health disparities in the homeless exist due to a correlative triad. First, health problems cause homelessness. Second, homelessness causes health problems. Third, homelessness complicates efforts to treat health problems” (Hoshide). One disparity in particular is their quality of health. The Native Hawaiian population’s health is one of the poorest in the nation. Native Hawaiian’s life expectancy is consistently shorter than other

Abstract The purpose of this paper is to discuss current health issues among the homeless population. The paper will also explore the reasons behind homelessness and the society’s perception. According to the National Coalition for the Homeless an individual experiencing homelessness fall into one of the three categories such as, chronic, transitional or episodic homelessness. Medicine or treatment for homeless individuals seeking medical attention, are not as accessible compared to non-homeless

Overcoming Barriers to Equitable and Effective Health Care for Migrant Populations: Strategies for Health Systems Shoshanna Fine, GHP 272 Midterm Essay Introduction Current trends in global migration emphasize its importance as a leading policy issue worldwide. A recent United Nations report estimates that as of 2013, there were 232 million international migrants worldwide, with the number of international migrants increasing by over 50% between 1990 and 2013. Furthermore, assuming that migration

Application of Community health and Population-Focused Nursing Description of Community Los Angeles, a metropolis based in southern California, is known for its ethnically diverse population and known for being home to the entertainment industry. The city itself lies within a coastal basin and is sided on three ends with mountains which scale over 3,000 meters. It covers 502 square miles with a population of 3.8 million. It is the most populated county in the United States and has the third largest

nurses and the health of a population. As a future nurse, it is enlightening and motivating to see programs created for the purpose of nurse advocacy. According to Sills (2014), advocacy can be described as "any action that speaks in favor of, recommends, argues for a cause, supports or defends, or pleads on behalf of others" (Para. 2). By supporting and making recommendations, these groups can work together to better the nursing career field as well as the health of a population. The Tennessee

the growing paradox between decreasing levels of population health comparative to other wealthy nations and some developing nations. USA is spending greatly on health insurance and medical care, large percentage (16%) of its GDP totaling to $1.9 trillion per year. In 20th century the leading causes for chronic disease are smoking, alcohol and immoderate eating. To recognize the risk factors of psychosocial and also environmental factors for health two mechanisms used these are Upstream and downstream

Population health nurses can first be aware that there is an issue. After understanding the importance of helping the uninsured population the nurse should begin to search for available resources for the community. This portion of the vulnerable population may not be familiar with some of the available insurance options. The nurse can have clinics set up and, funded by donations from drug companies and hospitals to administer vaccinations, offer free screenings, and give coupons for medication, while

NURS 6050N-11: Policy and Advocacy for Improving Population Health Discussion Post: Week 9: Legal and Ethical Conduct The issue of HIV status and reporting procedures raises several legal questions that relate to patient confidentiality and privacy concerns. Code of ethics and integrity are an element of the nursing underpinning; thoughtfulness, compassionate and advocacy are some fundamental qualities every nurse conjures daily as a vocation and individual clinical practice. Amongst other profession

quality of health care, the United States has taken considerable, yet limited steps towards progress. The United Health Foundation’s 2015 America’s Health Rankings® Annual Report offers a comprehensive look into the health of the American population and our health care system. The 2015 Annual Report specifies, “Cigarette use continues to fall, immunization rates continue to rise, and there are long-term positive trends in reducing cardiovascular-related and infant deaths” (United Health Foundation)