The Anderson Perspective

MedStar Health partners to restore vital wetlands along Baltimore’s Middle Branch, demonstrating a growing trend of healthcare systems investing in environmental wellbeing and building more resilient communities.

As climate threats grow, one Portland community is taking a proactive approach to protecting its residents, combining renewable energy, water purification and earthquake preparedness.

Agape Care Group’s acquisition of Community Hospice of South Alabama signals a growing trend of consolidation in the hospice care sector, raising questions about access, quality, and the future of patient-centered care in the state.

Thrive Senior Living’s addition of Rockbridge Oaks in Chattanooga reflects a strategic move into a growing market, addressing rising demand for assisted and memory care amidst demographic shifts and a competitive landscape.

A new $1 million investment will expand digital literacy programs for older adults, addressing a growing need for tech skills and combating social isolation. How is this partnership making a difference?

As millions of seniors face rising food insecurity and loneliness, Meals on Wheels America launches a critical Giving Tuesday campaign. A $100K matching gift aims to bridge the gap – but systemic funding challenges remain.

As the holidays approach, a new campaign seeks to foster belonging for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers by encouraging inclusive gatherings and combating social isolation.

MorseLife’s innovative, fully-funded CNA training program is tackling the caregiver crisis head-on, offering a model for workforce development and ensuring quality care for a growing senior population.

A new community-based emergency response model is empowering citizens and leveraging technology to dramatically improve survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Forsyth County, GA, leads the way.

Discover how Gang & Associates champions veterans facing complex, delayed disability claims, pioneering a model that funds crucial medical evaluations to ensure no service member is left behind.

As SSA recovers from shutdowns, disability claimants face hurdles. Allsup offers expert aid, highlighting the critical role of representation in securing vital benefits.

A broad coalition urges Congress to pass new legislation addressing the long-term impact of blast exposure on veterans, aiming to curb alarming rates of mental health struggles and suicide.

A bipartisan bill seeks to uncover why veterans face a significantly higher ALS risk, aiming to drive research, improve care, and protect future service members.

A policy reversal at the Small Business Administration has cleared a backlog of veteran certification applications, but sparks debate over federal contracting priorities and the balance between DEI initiatives.

A new report reveals a concerning increase in melanoma diagnoses among U.S. military personnel and veterans, highlighting unique risk factors and a growing need for targeted research and prevention efforts.

The Department of Veterans Affairs is strengthening its fight against antibiotic resistance through a new partnership with Bitscopic and the appointment of a leading infectious disease expert to spearhead adoption of its PraediAlert platform.

A $50 billion federal program is incentivizing states to expand the role of Physician Associates, potentially unlocking critical access to care in underserved rural communities. But the path isn’t without hurdles.

A legal battle in Arkansas over pharmacy benefit manager ownership is raising critical questions about vertical integration, drug pricing, and access to care. Will other states follow suit?

A $1.6 million investment is expanding the Equity Rx program, providing critical access to prescription medications for uninsured and underinsured patients across seven states. The initiative aims to improve health equity and reduce disparities.

NextPlat Corp. is expanding its healthcare footprint through PharmcoRx, partnering with a virtual provider to fill prescriptions for weight loss, hormone therapy, and addiction treatment. The deal signals a broader trend in telehealth.