UCLA Data Equity Center aims to provide data expertise to those who need it February 26, 2024 The UCLA Center for Health Policy Research and its network of partners will offer free assistance across the country.
1 out of 5 patients listed as alive in electronic health records are actually dead December 5, 2023 The discrepancy in California records leads to wasteful follow-up outreach, but the solution is hampered by legal issues.
Despite stronger fears of being a victim of gun violence, California immigrants far less likely to own firearms than citizens November 28, 2023 UCLA survey finds fewer gun owners among Latino immigrants; Asian immigrants are more worried about becoming gun-violence victims.
Hospitals serving large Black, Latino populations have fewer resources for cancer care November 16, 2023 A UCLA study shows these facilities are much less likely than others to offer the full range of core cancer services.
UCLA survey shows alarming increase in challenges to health of Californians October 4, 2023 The newest California Health Interview Survey highlights high rates of food insecurity, hate incidents and difficulties accessing health care.
Learning critical Black history can change white perspectives on racism in health care September 28, 2023 “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.
Cost of translating documents could be a barrier to underrepresented groups in clinical trials August 2, 2023 A UCLA study identified an “addressable weakness” related to patient consent paperwork.
92% of attendees feel safe at long-running L.A. County parks program July 31, 2023 Parks After Dark, which launched in 2010, has even helped reduce crime, according to a UCLA evaluation.
92% de los asistentes se sienten seguros en el programa de parques del condado de L.A. July 31, 2023 Parks After Dark, que empezó en 2010, incluso ha ayudado a reducir el crimen, según la evaluación de UCLA.
Program for Medi-Cal beneficiaries with complex health needs reduced emergency visits, hospitalizations July 11, 2023 The Health Homes Program saved California more than $1,000 per participant a year.
Multiracial Black adults more likely to need mental health services than monoracial Blacks June 28, 2023 A UCLA study also shows that those born outside the U.S. have greater unmet needs for mental health care.
Elderly patients see no difference in health outcomes when treated by M.D.s or osteopaths May 31, 2023 A UCLA-led study of hospitalized patients with Medicare also found that costs of care are almost equal.
$9.5 million in state grants to fund wide-ranging research on cannabis May 1, 2023 The two-year grants are meant to further scientific understanding of cannabis and inform efforts to shape public policy.
Drug overdose fatalities among older adults have quadrupled in past 20 years April 4, 2023 The findings suggest a need for better public health policies aimed at mental health and substance use disorders.
Struggles with housing costs during pandemic linked to lack of health care for many Californians March 15, 2023 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.
California’s Whole Person Care improved health care for high-risk Medi-Cal patients February 8, 2023 The statewide pilot program aimed at coordinating health and social services also reduced medical costs to the state, a UCLA study shows.
Study reveals extent of pandemic-related hardship among Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders February 7, 2023 A UCLA–UC Riverside report also explores the lack of access to quality affordable housing, food and education.
Study finds parents receiving financial coaching were more likely to bring infants to well-child care visits February 2, 2023 Those who received the training were more likely to attend appointments and adhere to the recommended vaccination schedule.
Native American ‘deaths of despair’ are overlooked in health policy discussion January 27, 2023 A UCLA-led study highlights the misconception that white people have been most affected by premature mortality.
COVID’s economic fallout increased risks for poor mental health November 17, 2022 In a UCLA study, Californians reported struggles with employment, finances and child care during the pandemic.
Medi-Cal’s long-term care services reach only a small portion of seniors, disabled adults November 2, 2022 UCLA health policy researchers predict that the need for these support services will only grow as California’s population ages.
UCLA receives $21 million grant to study health effects of Aliso Canyon gas leak November 1, 2022 The five-year award is from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Telehealth follow-ups associated with more hospitalizations after emergency room visits October 27, 2022 The research is timely because of discussions among policymakers and insurers about when and whether telemedicine appointments should be reimbursed.
Immigrants living in California are less likely to have a gun at home, more likely to fear gun violence October 5, 2022 Survey by UCLA Center for Health Policy Research analyzes presence of firearms at home and concerns about gun safety.
Pandemic-related disparities persist, California Health Interview Survey finds October 5, 2022 A report by the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research highlights the urgent need for mental health services.