As the webcasting service of kaisernetwork.org, HealthCast provides live and archived coverage of events on various subjects, such as Medicare, Medicaid, prescription drugs, health information technology, HIV/AIDS, minority health and more. Sign up for email alerts to stay informed about upcoming HealthCasts, and the latest on health policy issues, news, and events. Add HealthCasts via RSS Kaisernetwork.org now offers podcasts The Challenge of Obesity for Policy Makers: Recommendations for the Next Administration  9/2/2008 The Obesity Society, University of Minnesota, Mayo Clinic and George Washington University sponsor this forum with policy makers on recommendations for the next administration regarding the treatment and prevention of obesity. The Medicaid Proof of Citizenship Requirement: Lessons for California from the Experience of Other States  8/28/2008 The California HealthCare Foundation sponsors this event with national and state experts about the Medicaid proof of citizenship requirement. How to Cost-Effectively Manage the Care of HIV-Infected Individuals  8/26/2008 T2CANN (Title II Community AIDS National Network) and CommGeniX LLC present this dinner symposium on how to best meet treatment guidelines and standards of care for HIV/AIDS patients. The Challenge of Obesity for Policy Makers: Recommendations for the Next Administration  8/25/2008 The Obesity Society, University of Colorado, Mayo Clinic and George Washington University sponsor this forum with policy makers on recommendations for the next administration regarding the treatment and prevention of obesity. Congressional Leadership Awards in the Fight Against HIV/AIDS  8/25/2008 Global AIDS Alliance Fund and AIDS Action Council sponsor this event during the Democratic National Convention to honor congressional leadership against HIV/AIDS and discuss HIV/AIDS as an election issue. 2008 Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Meeting  8/25/2008 The Health Resources and Services Administration and the American Academy of HIV Medicine co-host this conference that focuses on implementing the 2006 Ryan White Program legislation as well finding ways to deliver HIV care to the underserved. Today's Topics In Health Disparities - Race and Genetics: The Future of Personalized Medicine  8/20/2008 Panelists discuss the potential of race-based medical solutions for improving healthcare and reducing racial/ethnic health disparities. 13th Annual National Survey of American Attitudes on Substance Abuse  8/14/2008 This National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse event focuses on the findings of the 13th annual survey of American attitudes on substance abuse. Latino Health Issues in National Health Reform Debates  8/13/2008 The Alliance for Health Reform and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation co-sponsor this event which examines how national health reform proposals address the health needs of Hispanics. Panelists also discuss a recent report on Latinos and health care from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Pew Hispanic Center. From the Bookshelves: "The Naked Truth"  8/12/2008 The Naked Truth, a new book by Marvelyn Brown, takes readers through Brown's journey from carefree teenager to a 19-year old unexpectedly diagnosed with HIV. Brown, who has since become an activist and inspirational figure to other young people living with HIV/AIDS, is interviewed by the Kaiser Family Foundation's Jackie Judd. Health on the Hill from kaisernetwork.org and CQ  8/12/2008 Mary Agnes Carey, associate editor, CQ HealthBeat, looks at recent activity on the Hill -- part of a weekly series of audio reports for HealthCast. Reforming the U.S. Health Care System: Supporting the Role of Individuals  8/4/2008 This event, co-sponsored by the Bipartisan Policy Center and the Dole Institute, features leading health care providers, policymakers, employers, consumer advocates, and other key stakeholders in the health care arena. Panel topics focus on ways to encourage individuals to take greater responsibility for their health and health care. A special discussion is also held on rural health. ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... About Us     Privacy Policy      Help      Site Map