health policy

UCLA survey finds fewer gun owners among Latino immigrants; Asian immigrants are more worried about becoming gun-violence victims.

A UCLA study shows these facilities are much less likely than others to offer the full range of core cancer services.

The newest California Health Interview Survey highlights high rates of food insecurity, hate incidents and difficulties accessing health care.

“The findings have far-reaching impacts toward creating an anti-racist society and a health care system that treats patients more equitably,” one researcher said.

A UCLA study identified an “addressable weakness” related to patient consent paperwork.

Parks After Dark, which launched in 2010, has even helped reduce crime, according to a UCLA evaluation.

Parks After Dark, que empezó en 2010, incluso ha ayudado a reducir el crimen, según la evaluación de UCLA.

The Health Homes Program saved California more than $1,000 per participant a year.

A UCLA study also shows that those born outside the U.S. have greater unmet needs for mental health care.

A UCLA-led study of hospitalized patients with Medicare also found that costs of care are almost equal.

The two-year grants are meant to further scientific understanding of cannabis and inform efforts to shape public policy.

The findings suggest a need for better public health policies aimed at mental health and substance use disorders.

In a UCLA Center for Health Policy Research survey, one-third of those with housing affordability issues said they put off medical care in 2021.

The statewide pilot program aimed at coordinating health and social services also reduced medical costs to the state, a UCLA study shows.

A UCLA–UC Riverside report also explores the lack of access to quality affordable housing, food and education.

Those who received the training were more likely to attend appointments and adhere to the recommended vaccination schedule.

A UCLA-led study highlights the misconception that white people have been most affected by premature mortality.

In a UCLA study, Californians reported struggles with employment, finances and child care during the pandemic.

UCLA health policy researchers predict that the need for these support services will only grow as California’s population ages.

The five-year award is from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

The research is timely because of discussions among policymakers and insurers about when and whether telemedicine appointments should be reimbursed.

Survey by UCLA Center for Health Policy Research analyzes presence of firearms at home and concerns about gun safety.

A report by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research highlights the urgent need for mental health services.

Luskin School professor Ian Holloway is among researchers working with health officials to develop evidence-based strategies.

In California, more than half need extra assistance, but 4 in 10 of them aren’t getting it, UCLA research shows.