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Election Day: The Votes of Hospitalized Patients Matter
October 1, 2024
Supporting the right to vote for hospitalized patients Election day—it’s coming up. For many Americans, this is an opportunity to shape the future of our country, state, and local communities....
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Be an Advocate for Voting
September 3, 2024
Dr. Sheehy Healthcare practitioners have firsthand knowledge about the strengths and weaknesses of the current healthcare environment. “Oftentimes, things that are working well (or not) are...
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Hospitalists, the Catalyst for Voter Engagement in Healthcare
August 1, 2024
Voting is now widely considered to be a social determinant of health, with increased access associated with improved health outcomes.1,2 Nationwide, the healthiest counties have up to 30% greater...
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Bridging Healthcare Disparities: A Call to Action for LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Care
June 3, 2024
LGBTQIA+ Inclusive Care Venn Diagram Our first and foremost duty in healthcare is to provide our patients with compassionate and equitable care. Members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual,...