Podcasts about health services

The Indian Health Service (IHS) remains largely misunderstood by those not directly connected to it, and often derided as a bureaucratic and confusing system by those who are. IHS marks its 70th anniversary, providing care to all Native citizens. Of course, the agency's history is also documented in the hundreds of treaties over almost 200 years in which the U.S. Government explicitly signed on to its responsibility. We'll trace the history of IHS from the first immunizations to Public Law 638, and chart its future amid a major reassessment of federal government services.

The Indian Health Service (IHS) remains largely misunderstood by those not directly connected to it, and often derided as a bureaucratic and confusing system by those who are. IHS marks its 70th anniversary, providing care to all Native citizens. Of course, the agency's history is also documented in the hundreds of treaties over almost 200 years in which the U.S. Government explicitly signed on to its responsibility. We'll trace the history of IHS from the first immunizations to Public Law 638, and chart its future amid a major reassessment of federal government services.

With the rise of all things AI, what effect is this having on trafficking and exploitation? To share more about this we invited Nancy Irizarry, Social Services Director for the Wisconsin Dept. of Health Services and Co-Chair for the Wisconsin Anti-Trafficking Consortium. Nancy provides an insightful analysis on what she believes are positives to AI utilization when it comes to identification and prevention of trafficking but also shares some of the chief ways it aids recruitment using deception and coercion for traffickers and abusers. She also shares about how crucial it is to bring survivors to the table and to be mindful about the unintended consequences ai can have on existing survivors' privacy and safety. If you'd like to have Nancy train your group on this topic - you can reach out to her via email: nancy.irizarry@dhs.wisconsin.gov

We discuss with Guthrie County Health Services Director Jotham Arber.

We discuss with Guthrie County Health Services Director Jotham Arber.

This episode exposes why we should all care more about our pharmacies in the UK and pulls the curtain back on how reliant we are on the work they do. It is a follow up to the show with Nick Kaye earlier in the year around the crisis in funding for the industry and risks to patients. Steve Roest, CEO of PocDoc speaks to Richard Harrison, a 25 year veteran of Community Pharmacy and huge advocate for the industry. Richard Harrison is a Pharmacist and the Healthcare Services Manager for Asda, where he leads the development and delivery of innovative pharmacy services across the UK.

We discuss with Guthrie County Health Services Director Jotham Arber.

In this episode, James and Ben are joined by Will Shotton from Tibico Fermentary  to talk about all things gut health, ultra-processed food and the impact of modern day farming on our microbiomes.  

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 411, H.R. 2916, H.R. 3620 & H.R. 3670 Wednesday, June 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 411 (Rep. Bergman), “Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2025” H.R. 2916 (Rep. Stefanik), To authorize, ratify, and confirm the Agreement of Settlement and Compromise to Resolve the Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim in the State of New York, and for other purposes H.R. 3620 (Rep. Begich), “Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025” H.R. 3670 (Rep. Stansbury), “IHS Provider Expansion Act” More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2025/06/10/house-subcommittee-on-indian-and-insular-affairs-schedules-hearing-on-four-bills/

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Dr Edward Fitzgerald is the Health Equity and Access Co-Lead at KPMG International and Head of Healthcare & Life Sciences at KPMG Islands Group. He talks to Agenda about health care policy and the policy differences of delivering health services in Island situations. With spiralling health costs threatening the economic development of the Island he has some important lessons for us on how we can improve our health services and make them affordable. A useful dose of health policy medicine from the good doctor.

Having worked on several significant transformation projects across Queensland Health, eHealth Queensland, and Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, Damian Green knows a thing (or ten) about what factors are critical in leading successful transformations and delivering them in uncertain times. Damian is currently the Deputy Director-General of Corporate Services at Queensland Health, and he joins us in our latest episode to discuss fostering adaptability in teams. This episode is a masterclass in leading transformations. It will provide any leader with expert advice on leading change, fostering agility and adaptability in teams, and delivering successfully.

In this series, What is Public Health?, Vickie Mays and Alfredo Morabia interview Marion Nestle, Paulette Goddard Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health, Emerita, at New York University. Her most recent book is a memoir, Slow Cooked: An Unexpected Life in Food Politics (2022) They discuss the role of the role of a public health nutritionist, very practically, and how this role maybe impacted by the current changes at the Human and Health Service agency.

House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Budget Hearing – Indian Health Service Meeting Status: Scheduled Hearing Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025 - 1:30 PM Location: Capitol Complex, 2008 RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA Witnesses Mr. Benjamin Smith Acting Director, Indian Health Service Ms. Jillian Curtis Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service Committee Notice: https://appropriations.house.gov/schedule/hearings/budget-hearing-indian-health-service

He Tifa Ola discusses everyday health issues for families, and raises the awareness of Health Services in the region for Pacific families. The programme is presented by Nive, Twiggy, and Joe, and is spoken in both Tokelauan and English.

Early childhood education helps kids develop social, cognitive, and physical skills. Whether that learning comes from a formal child care setting or a stay at home parent, this episode covers what you need to know about early learning experiences.  Host Jessica Stewart-Gonzalez talks with Ruth Ray, the Program Director of Early Learning Professional Support at Candelen, about how to support your child's growth and development. Host:Jessica Stewart-Gonzalez is the Chief of the Office of Children's Health at the Arizona Department of Health Services. She is married, has two young children, and loves reading (anything except parenting books!) and watching movies and TV.  She enjoys spending time with her kids (when they aren't driving her crazy) and celebrating all of their little, and big, accomplishments. Jessica has been in the field of family and child development for over 20 years, focused on normalizing the hard work of parenting and making it easier to ask the hard questions.Links: Strong Families AZHost: Jessica Stewart-GonzalezGuest: Ruth RayCandelenQuality FirstArizona Child Care Resource and Referral

This podcast is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket, your exclusive healthcare marketing agency. Learn how to accelerate your growth by going to outcomesrocket.com Women's health, long under-researched and underfunded, urgently needs a comprehensive overhaul and recognition beyond reproductive care. In this episode, Kristine Cecchetti, Senior Product Manager for Women's Health Strategy at Evernorth Health Services, discusses the fragmented state of women's healthcare in 2025 and emphasizes that over 60% of all conditions disproportionately affect women, including issues like cardio-diabesity and mental health. She explains why women must be strong self-advocates, given the current limitations in care, and highlights the growing role of employers in expanding health benefits. Kristine points to encouraging progress in Femtech and public conversations around topics like menopause, while also noting persistent gaps in areas such as autoimmune diseases and migraines. She calls for more sex-specific research, better physician training, and urges both women and leaders to treat women's health as a personal and strategic priority. Tune in and learn why women's health is everyone's health and how we can drive meaningful change! Resources: Connect with and follow Kristine Cecchetti on LinkedIn. Follow Evernorth on LinkedIn and explore their website.

דירקטוריונים הופכים להיות מעורבים יותר ויותר בתחומים הטכנולוגים של החברה בכלל ובסייבר בפרט, יש דירקטוריונים שלקחו את הנושא צעד קדימה ומינו ועדה טכנולוגית מקצועית שתעזור ותפקח באופן שוטף ולא תתבסס רק על דיווחים תקופתיים הדס תמם בן אברהם סגנית הדיקן במכללה האקדמית אונו ונחשון פינקו מומחה ואוונגליסט סייבר, מארחים את יעל שחם, יו"ר הועדה הטכנולוגית של דירקטוריון שרותי בריאות כללית ויועצת טכנולוגיות להנהלות. בשיחה על החשיבות של מעורבות הדירקטוריון בטכנולוגיה והסייבר, הצורך בחברי דירקטוריון מתחומי הטכנולוגיה ואיך הקמת ועדת הטכנולוגיה עזרה לשפר משמעותית את מוכנות הסייבר בארגון והגבהת החומות Boards of directors are becoming increasingly involved in the technological areas of the company in general and cyber in particular. Some boards have taken the issue a step further and appointed a professional technology committee that will help and monitor on an ongoing basis, and will not be based only on periodic reports. Hadas Tamam Ben Avraham, Deputy Dean at Ono Academic College, and Nachshon Pincu, a cyber expert and evangelist, host Yael Shaham, Chair of the Technology Committee of the Board of Directors at Clalit Health Services and a technology consultant to executives. Discuss the importance of the board of directors' involvement in technology and cyber, the need for board members from the fields of technology, and how establishing the technology committee helped significantly improve the organization's cyber readiness and raise the walls.

Director of Environmental Health Services at Frederick County Health Department, Barry Glotfelty joins Bob Miller and Chris Michaels on the Morning News Express to talk about the Sewage overflow in Lake Linganore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new, planned, 24/7 telehealth service giving people access to online GP appointments, is due to be launched in the next month or so. 

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

About this episode: It's graduation time at the Bloomberg School! Doctoral candidate Jeff Marr joins the podcast to talk about how an economics major and an early internship at a health care system led to an interest in examining how health care markets and public policy work. Soon-to-be Dr. Marr discusses his dissertation looking at how predictive algorithms lead to decisions about care coverage. Guest: Jeffrey Marr is a healthcare economist and doctoral candidate at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. In July 2025, he will join Brown University as an Assistant Professor of Health Services, Policy, and Practice. Host: Dr. Josh Sharfstein is vice dean for public health practice and community engagement at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, a faculty member in health policy, a pediatrician, and former secretary of Maryland's Health Department. Show links and related content: Algorithmic Decision-Making in Health Care: Evidence from Post-Acute Care in Medicare Advantage Transcript information: Looking for episode transcripts? Open our podcast on the Apple Podcasts app (desktop or mobile) or the Spotify mobile app to access an auto-generated transcript of any episode. Closed captioning is also available for every episode on our YouTube channel. Contact us: Have a question about something you heard? Looking for a transcript? Want to suggest a topic or guest? Contact us via email or visit our website. Follow us: @‌PublicHealthPod on Bluesky @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Instagram @‌JohnsHopkinsSPH on Facebook @‌PublicHealthOnCall on YouTube Here's our RSS feed Note: These podcasts are a conversation between the participants, and do not represent the position of Johns Hopkins University.

Curious about assisted deliveries? In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast, Hilary Erickson, The Pregnancy Nurse®, sits down with Dr. Tori O'Daniel, a board-certified OB GYN, to demystify vacuum and forceps deliveries. They explain when and why these tools might be used, how they work, the differences between them, and what you can expect if your delivery needs a little extra help. They also bust some common myths and share real-life experiences (including Hilary's own forceps story), plus get honest about risks, benefits, and postpartum recovery tips. Whether you're prepping for birth or just want to be informed, this episode has all you need to feel more confident about your options. Big thanks to our sponsor Laborie, makes of the Kiwi® Complete Vacuum Delivery System: https://www.laborie.com/product/kiwi/ Today's guest is DDr. Tori O'Daniel. She is a Board-Certified OB/GYN whom has been practicing for 14 years. For the past 11 years she has been an OB/GYN Hospitalist in OKC, Oklahoma. Dr. O'Daniel is the Medical Director for the OB Hospitalist and women's services. She also is the Medical Director for Women's Health Services at Mercy Hospital. She instructs educational classes and facilitates the OB Emergency Simulations for the nurses and physicians within her department. As an Adjunct Faculty at Oklahoma State University, she is the Director of the Medical Student Clinical rotations at her institution. She has been actively involved in the Society of OB/GYN Hospitalists (SOGH) for the past several years. She co-chaired the Simulation committee in 2020 & 2021 and Co-Chaired the ACM 2022 & 2023. She currently serves on the Board of Directors. Dr. O'Daniel is passionate about education and advocating for women's safety in health care. Thus, she actively teaches across the country about vacuum assisted deliveries, treating post partum hemorrhage and other OBGYN Emergencies. Links for you: Previous episode sponsored by Laborie (#246) about plus size moms in labor: https://www.pullingcurls.com/246-plus-size/ Timestamps: 00:00 Assisted Delivery and Labor Mechanics 03:22 Assisted Vaginal Delivery Options 06:26 Decline of Forceps in Deliveries 10:38 Vacuum-Assisted Delivery Explained 13:54 Vacuum Procedure Timing Guidelines 16:10 Assessing Delivery Options and Pelvic Adequacy 19:26 Challenges in C-section Deliveries 23:15 Forcep Use in Obstetrics 25:50 "Consent Challenges in Childbirth Decisions" 31:43 Forceps vs. Vacuum Delivery Risks 33:16 Birthing Risks: Maternal and Fetal 37:24 Considerations for Assisted Vaginal Delivery 39:56 Navigating Birth Plan Conversations 44:07 Normalize Asking for Help 46:57 Flexible Tubing Revolutionizes Vacuum Use 49:15 Flexible Neck Vacuum for Childbirth Keypoints: Assisted deliveries involve using tools like vacuums or forceps to help a baby out during vaginal birth, usually when there's exhaustion, fetal distress, or a tricky position. The difference between forceps (which look like fancy salad tongs) and vacuum devices (like the KiwiVac) was explained—with forceps generally having a higher risk for maternal tearing, while vacuums can be safer for the mother but have their own set of risks for baby. Forceps use is becoming rare in the US, and many younger doctors are not trained in both tools; most providers specialize in one over the other. The vacuum method, such as the KiwiVac, doesn't just involve pulling—the device helps rotate and flex the baby's head to ease passage through the pelvis, working in tandem with the mother's pushing effort. Not every provider can use both vacuums and forceps, and midwives in the US generally use vacuums regionally; outside the US, like in Europe, midwives may use vacuums more routinely. Assisted deliveries make up less than 5% of births, so most people will not need them, but knowing about the process can reduce fear if the situation arises. Before offering assisted delivery, doctors must ensure the baby is low enough, the mother's pelvis is adequate, and water is broken—these tools can't compensate for a truly “stuck” baby or incomplete dilation. Vacuums and sometimes forceps can even be used during C-sections if the baby is deeply engaged or in an awkward position, to help bring the baby up through the uterine incision. Consent and clear communication are vital—sometimes decisions have to be made quickly, so it helps when patients have discussed these possibilities in advance with their providers. The episode emphasized not to fear assisted deliveries—they're tools to reduce C-sections and make births safer when used by skilled, well-trained professionals, and advances like the KiwiVac improve outcomes for both moms and babies. Producer: Drew Erickson Keywords: assisted delivery, vacuum-assisted delivery, forceps delivery, Kiwi Complete Vacuum Delivery System, OB GYN, labor and delivery, childbirth, maternal exhaustion, fetal distress, vacuum system, assisted vaginal delivery, shoulder dystocia, c section, birth canal, perineal care, vaginal lacerations, episiotomy, pelvic floor therapy, chignon, subgaleal hemorrhage, cephalohematoma, labor nurse, midwife, family practice doctor, maternal risks, neonatal risks, delivery complications, birth plan, postpartum recovery, Laborie

In this special episode on Obstructive Sleep Apnea our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will discuss an overview of OSA. In Part 2 we will take a deep dive into diagnosis, Part 3 will discuss treatment options, and Part 4 will look at cases. This special episode is supported by an independent educational grant from Lilly. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; Associate Director, Family Medicine Residency Program, Abington Jefferson Health Paul Doghramji, MD – Medical Director of Health Services at Ursinus College, Attending Family Physician at Collegeville Family Practice Selected references: Diagnosis and Management of Obstructive Sleep Apnea - A Review. JAMA. 2020;323(14):1389-1400 Obstructive sleep apnea and obesity: A review of epidemiology, pathophysiology and the effect of weight-loss treatments.  Sleep Medicine Reviews 2024;78:1-12

Theft of medicines has been blamed for the US stopping funds for Zambia's fragile healthcare system. But as the southern African country now grapples with $50 million less, ordinary Zambians are bearing the brunt. Josey Mahachi talks to DW correspondent in Lusaka, Kathy Short, and Oliver Kaoma, Secretary General of the Zambia Medical Association.

Guests:Torie Bosch, Editor, First Opinion, STAT NewsMichelle Taylor, Shelby County Division Director for Health Services, Shelby County, TennesseeRaynard Washington, director of Mecklenburg County Public Health, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Learn more here.Want more Tradeoffs? Sign up for our free weekly newsletter featuring the latest health policy research and news.Support this type of journalism today, with a gift. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Returning to work after parental leave can be very emotional. From finding a day care you feel confident in, to trying to focus on work when you're away from your new baby, this can be a stressful time. Host Jessica Stewart-Gonzalez sits down with Michelle Saint Hilarie, the Senior Program Director for Child Care Resource and Referral at Child & Family Resources, to share practical tips to make that transition better for your entire family.Host:Jessica Stewart-Gonzalez is the Chief of the Office of Children's Health at the Arizona Department of Health Services. She is married, has two young children, and loves reading (anything except parenting books!) and watching movies and TV.She enjoys spending time with her kids (when they aren't driving her crazy) and celebrating all of their little, and big, accomplishments. Jessica has been in the field of family and child development for over 20 years, focused on normalizing the hard work of parenting and making it easier to ask the hard questions.Links:Strong Families AZHost: Jessica Stewart-GonzalezGuest: Michelle Saint HilarieChild & Family ResourcesArizona Child Care Resource and ReferralChild Care Information Line: 1-800-308-9000

Brian Weaver, Lead Policy Advisor at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, tells us about an emergency rule to strengthen standards that protect children from lead exposure; Annie Evans, ASTHO's Director of Preparedness, discusses a recent project that aimed to create an official definition of disability for the National Syndromic Surveillance Program; a new ASTHO Legislative alert details President Trump's FY-26 discretionary budget proposal; and ASTHO's “Don't Panic!” webinar on how to be an effective crisis communicator is on May 8th at 1 p.m. Wisconsin Department of Health Services News Release: As Previewed in 2025 State of the State Address, Gov. Evers Approves DHS Emergency Rule to Strengthen Standards to Prevent Further Hazardous Lead Exposure to Wisconsin Kids Medscape Web Page: Data Routinely Captured in ED EMRs Can Support People With Disabilities During Public Health Emergencies ASTHO Legislative Alert: President Trump Releases FY26 Budget Proposal ASTHO Web Page: Subscribe ASTHO Webinar: Don't Panic! A Panel on How to be an Effective Crisis Communicator  

On Monday's "Dan O'Donnell Show," as the Wisconsin Department of Health Services abandons its efforts to outsource its DEI program following Dan's exclusive report, the Medical College of Wisconsin tries to rename and hide its DEI program.

On the Thursday edition of "The Dan O'Donnell Show," Dan breaks a major story: Wisconsin's Department of Health Services is secretly seeking an outside firm to run its DEI program in an attempt to get around President Trump's ban on federal money for agencies with DEI programs.

In today's newscast, speed limits could come down on some rural state highways if a state bill passes. Plus, Santa Cruz County could lose more than 70 positions from its health services agency. Supervisors will hear budget proposals in their meeting today.

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Dr Ronny Cheung, Officer for Health Services, joins Alison Firth, Head of Health Policy, and Bruce Warwick, Public Affairs Manager, for a lively discussion on how our landmark report – a blueprint for transforming child health services in England, published last autumn - has helped secure commitments to deliver care equitably for children at a national and local level. Together, they take a close look at what these national commitments over the past six months mean for elective and community services. The trio also reflect on some of the challenges along the way as well as the opportunities to come.   Looking ahead, Ronny, Alison and Bruce consider the next six months for child health services. There's a focus on the Long-Term Workforce Plan and 10 Year Health Plan refresh and how the recommendations in our blueprint have helped focus the College's approach to these major opportunities.   As ever when working in influencing, events often overtake us no matter how hard we plan. As such, it is worth noting that this episode was recorded before the College heard the news that NHS England would be abolished.   In this episode, you'll get a rare insight into how staff and members produce policy and then use this to influence decision makers at a national level.  Download transcript See our blueprint for transforming child health services in England

A recently obtained memo by the Washington Post shows plans for deep cuts to the budget for the Department of Health and Human Services as the Trump administration prepares its 2026 fiscal year budget request to Congress. The memo calls for reshaping federal health agencies that oversee food and drug safety, manage the nation's response to infectious disease threats and drive biomedical research. According to the memo, public health programs that prevent childhood lead poisoning, work on heart disease, obesity, diabetes and smoking cessation would all be eliminated. In addition, rural healthcare would be hard hit with the elimination of funding for hospital flexibility grants, state offices of rural health, the rural residency development program and at-risk rural hospitals program grants.

Another View's Barbara Hamm Lee talks public health and possible federal cuts with cardiologist Keith Newby.

How long should families wait after giving birth before getting pregnant again? There's a lot to consider when making that decision- things like whether you're ready to have more than one kid in diapers or the cost of childcare- but most importantly, there needs to be enough time between pregnancies for mom's body to recover.Host Jessica Stewart-Gonzalez sits down with Doctor Siobhan Dolan, an OB/GYN and clinical geneticist, to talk about how birth spacing keeps moms and their future babies healthy.Host:Jessica Stewart-Gonzalez is the Chief of the Office of Children's Health at the Arizona Department of Health Services. She is married, has two young children, and loves reading (anything except parenting books!) and watching movies and TV.  She enjoys spending time with her kids (when they aren't driving her crazy) and celebrating all of their little, and big, accomplishments. Jessica has been in the field of family and child development for over 20 years, focused on normalizing the hard work of parenting and making it easier to ask the hard questions.Links: Strong Families AZHost: Jessica Stewart-GonzalezGuest: Doctor Siobhan Dolan

Andrea Foster joins Dr. Sandie Morgan as the two discuss how integrating health services within school systems enhances student well-being and functions as a vital strategy to prevent human trafficking. Andrea Foster Andrea Foster is currently the administrator of Integrated Health within Student Services for the Orange County Department of Education. She provides supportive services and resources to promote healthy environments for over 400,000 students and their families across the county. She wants students to be able to access their education and become productive, successful adults. She has 24 years of school nursing experience across multiple settings and was recently a guest speaker at the annual Ensure Justice Conference. Key Points MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Support) is a tiered framework that supports students at all levels—from universal interventions like screenings to highly individualized health or academic plans. Integrated Health addresses the intersection of medical, emotional, and academic needs, ensuring students are supported holistically across environments. Schools function as safety nets, especially when community awareness of MTSS allows families to engage with school systems more effectively. Staff training to identify red flags and behavioral patterns is crucial in creating trusting environments where students feel safe to share concerns. Rather than punitive responses to tardiness or behavioral issues, staff are encouraged to approach students and families with empathy and support. Programs like “Handle With Care” and “FOCUS” facilitate communication from families to schools when a child may need extra care without disclosing private details. Health education in schools—whether related to chronic conditions, substance use, or injury prevention—empowers students to make informed choices. Digital wellness is a growing area of focus, emphasizing safe, intentional use of technology and awareness of harmful online challenges. Students should be taught to critically evaluate online prompts, understand data privacy, and self-advocate when something feels unsafe or inappropriate. Empowering students to self-advocate helps them protect themselves and their peers, especially when navigating online platforms. Every child needs at least one trusted adult; school staff can foster these relationships by creating open, safe environments for honest conversations. Community involvement—through school board engagement, volunteering, or partnerships—can strengthen schools' ability to support students and families effectively. Resources Andrea Foster on LinkedIn Transcript [00:00:00] Sandie Morgan: Welcome to the Ending Human Trafficking Podcast. I'm Dr. Sandie Morgan, and this is the show where we equip you to study the issues, be a voice, and make a difference in the fight to end human trafficking here at the Global Center for Women in Justice Vanguard University. This is episode number 343, integrating Health. Services in school strategies to keep students safe. I am joined by Andrea Foster, who serves as the administrator of Integrated Health at the Orange County Department of Education. Andrea brings more than 25 years of school nursing experience and has worked across a wide range of educational settings. She now leads the effort to [00:01:00] support the wellbeing of over. 400,000 students and families across the county, partnering with educators, school nurses, and community organizations to make sure students have what they need to thrive. Andrea Foster is currently the administrator of Integrated Health within the student services for the division of the Orange County Department of Education. She provides supportive services and resources to promote healthy environments to over 400,000 students and their families across. County. She wants students to be able to access their education and become productive, successful adults.

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

Benjamin and Chance start with a catch-up on changes to Friday Night Baseball, before diving into the software updates of the week, with the launch of iOS 18.4 and the first iOS 18.5 beta launching. Also, thoughts on Apple's rumored AI Health service plans, and the latest on finding a new partner for the Apple Card. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin embarks on a mission to convert baby videos from old camcorder tapes, to digital files. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by DREAME: Get up to $600 off intelligent robotic cleaners and effortless wet/dry vacs in DREAME's Spring Cleaning sale now. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes:  Ad-free versions of every episode  Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join.  Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links iOS 18.4 now available: Here's what's new Apple releases first iOS 18.5 beta iOS 18.5 makes it easier to get the old Apple Mail design back Apple reportedly wants to 'replicate' your doctor next year with new Project Mulberry WSJ: Visa and Amex both vying to take over Apple Card VHS and Camcorder USB Video Capture Kit for Mac

In this episode, Dr. Manish Sapra, Executive Director of the Behavioral Health Service Line at Northwell Health, discusses innovative strategies to improve access to mental health care. From digital therapeutics to integrated care models and AI-driven solutions, Dr. Sapra shares how Northwell is addressing the growing demand for behavioral health services.

In this episode, Reed Smith, MBA, Chief Consumer Officer at Ardent Health Services, discusses how the organization is leveraging technology to enhance patient experience, improve access to care, and support clinicians. Reed shares insights on the future of healthcare technology, including the importance of interoperability and prioritizing consumer needs in an evolving landscape.

Today, I am so excited to share this conversation I had with Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg. If you are a parent, a caregiver, an educator, a coach, a therapist, a human who interacts with children, young and old, this episode is for you. We all have something to learn from Dr. Ginsburg's insightful and engaging interpretation of these decades of research on what works in parenting. Dr. Ginsburg practices adolescent medicine at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and is a professor of pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania, a founding director of the Center for Parent and Teen Communication, the Director of Health Services at Covenant House Pennsylvania, an agency that serves Philadelphia's youth enduring homelessness and a father of two young adults. This vast experience and deep passion for supporting children of all ages and their families, in my opinion, makes him the perfect lighthouse for us as we navigate the sometimes murky or stormy waters of raising our own children and supporting the children of others around us.You'll hear Dr. Ginsburg and I speak highly of Ellen Galinsky who was a guest on Focus Forward and who wrote the highly acclaimed books Mind in the Making and The Breakthrough Years, all about EF skills in children and adolescents. If you're interested in learning more about Ellen's work, check out the show notes and Focus Forward episode #40, which coincidentally dropped exactly a year ago this week. Ellen will be joining me again in a few weeks to talk more about Executive Function skills with early childhood development researcher, Megan McClelland. In the meantime, thank you for listening! Show Notes: Learn More About 1:1 Coaching https://www.beyondbooksmart.com/how-it-worksLearn More About Dr. Ginsburghttps://www.fosteringresilience.comCenter for Parent and Teen Communicationhttps://parentandteen.com/Ellen Galinsky's bookshttps://ellengalinsky.com/

Medicaid provides health coverage for more than 70 million Americans, including children, veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities. But as Congress works toward a reconciliation bill, proposed cuts totaling $880 billion have raised serious concerns about the program's future and the impacts on patients and providers.In this episode, Chip Kahn sits down with Dr. Bruce Siegel, President and CEO of America's Essential Hospitals, as he reflects on his 15 years of leadership, the critical role of serving uninsured and low-income patients, and the high stakes of the Medicaid debate unfolding in Washington.Key topics include:The evolving role of essential hospitals and the need to serve uninsured and low-income patients;Medicaid's role in the health system and why it is essential for patient care;The real-world impact of Medicaid cuts, including consequences for nursing home stays, community-based services, and hospital operations;Debunking the misconception that having insurance doesn't improve health outcomes; and,Bruce's advice for future health care leaders and what's next for him after America's Essential Hospitals.Guest Bio: With an extensive background in health care management, policy, and public health, Bruce Siegel, MD, MPH, has the blend of experience necessary to lead America's Essential Hospitals and its members through the changing health care landscape and into a sustainable future. With more than 350 members, America's Essential Hospitals is the only national organization representing hospitals committed to serving those who face financial and social barriers to care. Since joining America's Essential Hospitals in 2010, Siegel has dramatically grown the association as it strengthened its advocacy, research, and education efforts. His intimate knowledge of member needs comes in part from his direct experience as president and CEO of two member systems: New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation and Tampa General Healthcare. Just before joining America's Essential Hospitals, Siegel served as director of the Center for Health Care Quality and professor of health policy at The George Washington University School of Public Health and Health Services. He also served as New Jersey's commissioner of health. Among his many accomplishments, Siegel led groundbreaking work on quality and equity, with funding from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. He is a past chair of the National Quality Forum board and the National Advisory Council for Healthcare Research and Quality. Modern Healthcare recognized him as one of the “100 Most Influential People in Healthcare” from 2011 to 2019 and 2022 to 2024; among the “50 Most Influential Clinical Executives” in 2022, 2023, and 2024; among the “Top 25 Diversity Leaders in Healthcare” in 2021; one of the “50 Most Influential Physician Executives” from 2012 to 2018; and among the “Top 25 Minority Executives in Healthcare” in 2014 and 2016. He also was named one of the “50 Most Powerful People in Healthcare” by Becker's Hospital Review in 2013 and 2014. Siegel earned a bachelor's degree from Princeton University, a doctor of medicine from Cornell University Medical College, and a master's degree in public health from The Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health.

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

On Friday, roughly 100 veterans gathered outside the state Capitol in part to protest any job cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which serves nearly 50,000 Montana veterans.

What if your health plan's biggest opportunity to improve outcomes wasn't in a hospital or clinic—but in a home, a grocery store, or a child's support system?   Mark Rakowski, President of Chorus Community Health Plans (CCHP) and Senior Vice President of Children's Wisconsin, joins Eric to explore the plan's innovative approach to social determinants of health.    From its Housing Navigator Program and Foodsmart initiative to its groundbreaking mental health strategy,  CCHP is driving better health, lowering costs, and achieving remarkable results—including a 70% treatment adherence rate among Medicaid members.   If you're a healthcare leader looking for scalable, high-impact strategies to address social determinants of health and improve member outcomes, this episode is a must-listen!   About CCHP Chorus Community Health Plans, which is owned by Children's Wisconsin – the state's only health care system dedicated 100% to children and teens, is focused on improving the health and well-being of its members by providing access to a broad network of health services and providers, as well as prevention programs. CCHP is the second-largest Medicaid health plan in the state. The plan serves 150,000 Medicaid members in 28 counties in eastern Wisconsin. In 2017, CCHP began offering individual and family plans in the Marketplace in southeastern Wisconsin, and the plan has now expanded to 15 counties in eastern Wisconsin, covering 15,000 members in 2022.   About Mark  Mark is responsible for the health plan's overall operation. He directs the development of strategies and budgets, negotiates contracts and ensures compliance. In addition to these roles, Mark oversees the contractual relationship with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and monitors and influences state and local healthcare policy.   Mark is also actively involved in the Children's Wisconsin strategic plan to improve children's health in Wisconsin. The plan focuses on increasing access to preventive services, addressing social drivers of health, and partnering with providers to improve care coordination. Mark joined Children's Wisconsin and the CCHP team in 1999 as director of managed care.    Before that, he had 11 years of experience in healthcare-managed care roles. Mark earned a bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater and a master's in accounting from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.   

This member-driven podcast is a benefit of membership of the Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AzAAP) and is intended for AzAAP pediatric healthcare members.AzAAP would like to acknowledge the generous support of the podcast by the Arizona Department of Health Services through the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant funding. No information or content in this podcast is intended to substitute or replace a consultation with a healthcare provider or specialist. All non-healthcare providers should reach out to their child's pediatrician for guidance. Music: Wallpaper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4604-wallpaperLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ 

The conversation covers a range of topics including government efficiency, budget reform, the role of federal agencies, international relations, health services leadership, natural disasters, media coverage of controversial incidents, free speech issues, and personal choices of public figures like Elon Musk. The discussion emphasizes the need for transparency, accountability, and the importance of addressing societal issues through effective leadership.   00:00 Government Efficiency and Budget Reform 03:10 Federal Agencies and Public Accountability 05:51 International Relations and Terrorism Designation 08:58 Health and Human Services Leadership 11:50 Natural Disasters and Public Safety 14:59 Controversial Incidents and Media Coverage 17:47 Free Speech and Global Perspectives 21:04 Elon Musk: Personal Choices and Public Perception