Health Research

TL/DR - A new report by the National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine states that despite some progress, more action is needed to address the wide gaps in US healthcare among different racial and ethnic backgrounds. The report, "Ending Unequal Treatment," recommends actions such as the diversification of healthcare workforces,…

TL/DR - The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) aims to reduce healthcare costs for older adults by eliminating cost-sharing for certain medicines and vaccines covered by Medicare Part D. The implementation of the IRA policy in January 2023 resulted in a 46% increase in shingles vaccinations covered by Part D compared to the previous year, according to…