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Comparative Analysis of Global Healthcare Systems Reveals Opportunities for Improvement in U.S. Care

Providence, Rhode Island-The debate over the best healthcare system in the United States continues as experts study the various models of care in different countries. Despite the desire for a straightforward answer, every system has its own set of tradeoffs, making it challenging to declare one as the best. Instead of oversimplifying the comparison between single-payer and private insurance systems, experts urge a deeper examination of the nearly 200 natural experiments taking place globally. It …

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DACA Recipients: Contributions to U.S. Economy and the Fight for Protection

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, created in 2012, has provided a lifeline to over 835,000 immigrants pursuing their dreams in the United States. The program has allowed recipients to live free from the fear of deportation, enabling them to remain with their families and contribute to society through education, employment, and entrepreneurship. However, the future of DACA remains uncertain due to ongoing litigation and attacks in the courts by …

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Unaffordable: Report Shows U.S. Renters Struggle as Housing Costs Soar

PHILADELPHIA, PA – Over the past two years, many renters have faced a significant increase in housing costs, with more than half of U.S. renters spending over 30% of their income on rent and utilities in 2022, according to a new report from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. The report reveals that the cost burden has increased for renters across all income categories, with a record number of them paying more than 50% …

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Illinois Shooting Suspect Connected to Eight Fatal Shootings Dies by Suicide After Confrontation with U.S. Marshals in Texas

JOLIET, Illinois – A man connected to eight fatal shootings in Joliet, Illinois, including the killing of seven people, died after shooting himself following a confrontation with U.S. marshals in Texas, approximately 1,200 miles away. Romeo Nance, 23, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound with a handgun at 8:30 p.m. after he was located near Natalia, outside San Antonio, police said. Nance had been named as a suspect in the seven fatal shootings, which occurred …

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2024 Health Care Trends Impacting U.S. Employers: What to Expect

Nashville, TN – Employers in the United States are bracing for the impact of key health care trends in 2024 and how they will affect their workforce. As the nation continues to grapple with rising health care costs and issues with accessibility and navigation, employers are being urged to take proactive measures to address these challenges. With the potential to drive greater access, engagement, and cost reduction, data and technology are at the forefront of …

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