This Saturday, March 23rd marks the 14th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Commonly referred to as Obamacare, this is a moment to reflect on the deep impact this revolutionary legislation has had on the healthcare landscape in the United States. When it...
The ACA’s Impact on Social Determinants of Health and Social Workers’ Role
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is seeking feedback from clinical social workers and other providers about how they should provide estimates for costs of services for patients who use their insurance to pay for health and mental health services.
Spreading awareness of depression is a way to combat the stigma associated with mental health.
Domestic violence (DV) is a global and domestic public health issue. It impacts communities worldwide daily. Regardless of age, economic status, sexual orientation, race, nationality, or religion, domestic violence significantly affects individuals, families, and...
How Social Workers Can Make a Difference Binge drinking and heavy alcohol use during pregnancy have increased over the past decade, according to a new study in JAMA Network Open. In fact, from 2011 to 2020, binge drinking among pregnant women increased nearly 9...
Binge drinking and heavy alcohol use during pregnancy have increased over the past decade, according to a new study in JAMA Network Open. From 2011 to 2020, binge drinking among pregnant women increased nearly 9 percent a year, while heavy drinking increased by more...
Just as school social workers recommend talking through feelings with their students, they must do the same with colleagues, peers, loved ones, and families.