Major Groups Representing Millions of Patients Release Telehealth Principles For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Mullen, [email protected] Washington, DC, September 24, 2020 – A coalition of organizations representing millions of patients […]
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Policy Preview: Looking Ahead to the Fall in Washington
By Jennifer Dexter, Director, Policy As both chambers of Congress adjourned for the August recess and the Party Nominating Conventions, the stage is set for the likely Fall legislative agenda. While it is unlikely there […]
National Foundation for Infectious Diseases Launches ‘Keep Up the Rates’ Vaccination Campaign
National Foundation for Infectious Diseases Launches ‘Keep Up the Rates’ Vaccination Campaign By Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern Vaccinations are a powerful tool to prevent the spread of sickness and disease. Amid the […]
Updates on Current Federal Telehealth Legislation
By Maddie Mason, Senior Policy Associate Access to telehealth, which the National Institutes of Health (NIH) defines as the exchange of medical information from one site to another through electronic communication to […]
NHC Responds to Chairman Alexander’s White Paper on Pandemic Preparedness
By Maddie Mason, Senior Associate, Policy The National Health Council (NHC) submitted comments on Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee Chairman Lamar Alexander’s (R-TN) White Paper on “Preparing […]
Partnership to Protect Coverage Sign-On Letter
The 23 undersigned organizations represent millions of patients and consumers who live with serious, acute, and chronic conditions across the country. Together, our organizations work to ensure that both patient […]
Have Health Care Consumer Attitudes Changed During The COVID-19 Pandemic?
By Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern The Alliance of Community Health Plans (ACHP) and the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) recently partnered to explore shifts in consumer behavior and attitudes […]
Letter to the HELP Committee on Chairman Alexander’s White Paper “Preparing for the Next Pandemic”
The National Health Council (NHC) appreciates the opportunity to provide input on the White Paper on “Preparing for the Next Pandemic.” This issue is a critical one to avoid the […]
Mental Health America Data Shows Impacts of COVID-19 on Mental Health
By Deasia Lamar, Communications Intern As many Americans cope with anxiety and depression during these uncertain times, NHC member Mental Health America (MHA) is dedicated to monitoring the mental health […]
Main Street Lending Program Plan
The National Health Council (NHC) appreciates the announcement of the Main Street Lending Program plan to provide credit access for nonprofit organizations. Patient groups have been and will be significantly […]