Wide Range of resources on complex issues
We offer a wide range of resources on complex issues that impact all people with chronic conditions. Resources include member-specific services, frequent meetings and events, publications, and comments on rules and legislation.
NHC Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program Comments
04/27/2023NHC Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program Comments By: Allen Pinn, Coordinator, Policy April 14, the National Health Council (NHC) submitted comments to the Centers for
International Patient Forum
04/26/2023The National Health Council (NHC) recognizes the international nature of health care advocacy, even for patient groups that operate primarily in the United States. The NHC International Patient Forum: How the U.S. Patient Community Can Be Informed, Involved, and Influential in International Dialogues and Discussions, offers NHC patient group and nonprofit members the opportunity to share information and strategic thinking on international patient issues. The meeting is designed to set the stage for a broader discussion and prioritize international issues important to the patient community and determine next steps.
Minority Health: The Importance of Patient Navigation and Access to Timely Care
04/25/2023Minority health: the importance of patient navigation and access to timely care. By: Karen Mancera-Cuevas, DrPH, MS, MPH, CHES, Senior Director of Health Equity Navigating
Get Involved in Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month – We Dare You!
04/20/2023Get Involved in Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month – We Dare You! By: Cass Isidro, MBA, President & CEO, Amputee Coalition Perhaps this
House of Representatives’ Work Requirements Policy Proposal Threatens Healthcare for Millions of Americans
04/17/2023House of Representatives’ Work Requirements Policy Proposal Threatens Healthcare for Millions of Americans House of Representatives’ Work Requirements Policy Proposal Threatens Healthcare for Millions of
Key Facts Everyone Should Know About Parkinson’s Disease
04/17/2023Key Facts Everyone Should Know About Parkinson’s Disease By: John Lehr, President & Chief Executive Officer, Parkinson’s Foundation When most people think of Parkinson’s disease
NHC Comments on IRA Guidance Response
04/14/2023NHC Comments on IRA Guidance Response (PDF) April 14, 2023 Chiquita Brooks-LaSure Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services
FDA Commissioner to Keynote Upcoming Science of Patient Engagement Symposium
04/13/2023FDA Commissioner to Keynote Upcoming Science of Patient Engagement Symposium By: Silke Schoch, Senior Manager, Research & Programs, and Lillian Witting, MPH Coordinator, Research, Education,
52 Patient Groups Applaud Justice Department’s Stay Request in Braidwood Lawsuit
04/13/202352 Patient Groups Applaud Justice Department’s Stay Request in Braidwood Lawsuit Washington, D.C.— (April 13, 2023) — Patient groups representing millions of people with serious