Category: Healthcare Systems & Institutions

Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“Is the One Big Beautiful Bill Really That Beautiful?”

Written by Danielle Amos On May 20th, 2025, Texas Representative Jodey C. Arrington introduced the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” to the U.S. House of Representatives. This bill was formed around the agenda of Donald Trump’s second term as President of the United States of America. While it is framed as an effort to reduce government spending, its prospective impacts entail $1 trillion in funding … Continue reading “Is the One Big Beautiful Bill Really That Beautiful?”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“Dirty Water: The Public Health Repercussions and Implications of the Flint Water Crisis”

Written by Mackenzie Chen Flint, Michigan made headlines in 2014 for a mass poisoning of its citizens, with lead as the culprit. Tens of thousands of residents were exposed to or consumed dangerously high levels of lead, leading to rampant disease and numerous deaths. Unfortunately, due to negligence in carefully monitoring the health of Flint’s citizens and the quality of their water, this crisis lasted … Continue reading “Dirty Water: The Public Health Repercussions and Implications of the Flint Water Crisis”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“Recent Study Finds Increased Cancer Risk in Children Exposed to Medical Imaging”

Written by Amen Dilawar A major new study in the New England Journal of Medicine is raising concern about how often children are exposed to medical imaging that uses radiation. According to the study, about 1 in 10 childhood blood cancers, or around 3,000 cases, may be linked to radiation from medical imaging. It found that imaging tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, and fluoroscopic … Continue reading “Recent Study Finds Increased Cancer Risk in Children Exposed to Medical Imaging”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“After the Sirens Fade: Post‑Emergency Care In Urban Settings”

Written by Anthony Escamilla The wail of sirens pierces the air, cutting through the steady hum of the city streets. On a quiet block, residents glance toward the street: eyes‑wide, resigned, familiar. An ambulance rounds the corner, lights spinning, EMTs rushing through an apartment building entrance with stretchers and oxygen tanks. Minutes later, the patient is en route; the ambulance recedes into the city noise. … Continue reading “After the Sirens Fade: Post‑Emergency Care In Urban Settings”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“The Human Cost of Denied Care in Iran”

Written by Amen Dilawar Three women died within nine days in Qarchak Prison, a women’s facility outside Tehran that human rights organizations have continuously condemned for its inhumane conditions. Soudabeh Asadi, Jamile Azizi, and Somayeh Rashidi all died between September 16 and 25, 2025, after authorities denied them medical care, according to Human Rights Watch.  “Prisons in Iran, especially Qarchak, have become places of torment … Continue reading “The Human Cost of Denied Care in Iran”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“Mercy or Murder?: The Ethics Behind the Ventilator Issue”

Written by Mackenzie Chen One tragic night in April 1975, a young woman named Karen Ann Quinlan fell into a coma after drinking excessively and taking Valium at a friend’s birthday party. She had felt faint after returning home and retired to bed. Fifteen minutes later, when her friends came to check on her, they made an alarming discovery: Quinlan was not breathing.  While her … Continue reading “Mercy or Murder?: The Ethics Behind the Ventilator Issue”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“CNA Shortages: A Crisis of Care”

Written by Danielle Amos This past summer, I was fortunate enough to enroll in a certified nursing assistant (CNA) certification course and gain clinical experience in a long-term care facility. Unfortunately, the long-term care facility I was assigned to was understaffed. Most CNAs worked their eight–hour shifts, tending tirelessly to their residents, yet it still was not enough for each resident to receive adequate care. … Continue reading “CNA Shortages: A Crisis of Care”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions, Marginalized Populations

“Community-Based Emergency Medical Services: The Bedford-Stuyvesant Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Urban Health Policy Implications”

Written by Anthony Escamilla Introduction In urban neighborhoods like Bedford-Stuyvesant in Brooklyn, emergency medical services are not merely a convenience. They are a lifeline. Historically underserved communities face systemic barriers that slow ambulance response times, limit access to timely care, and exacerbate health disparities. These barriers are particularly prevalent in neighborhoods with high concentrations of Black, Latino, and low-income residents, where municipal EMS coverage has … Continue reading “Community-Based Emergency Medical Services: The Bedford-Stuyvesant Volunteer Ambulance Corps and Urban Health Policy Implications”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions

“The Digital Doctor: How Telehealth is Redefining Healthcare Access”

Written by Rimsha Mughal healthcare is no exception. Telehealth has emerged as a transformative force, redefining how patients receive medical care. By enabling virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and digital health solutions, telehealth is breaking down traditional barriers, enhancing accessibility, and streamlining medical services. This shift is improving patient outcomes, reducing healthcare disparities, and reshaping the doctor-patient relationship. What is Telemedicine? Telemedicine is the use of … Continue reading “The Digital Doctor: How Telehealth is Redefining Healthcare Access”

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Healthcare Systems & Institutions, Marginalized Populations

Implicit Bias in the New York City Healthcare System: A Barrier to Equitable Cardiovascular Care

Written by Maryam Ishfaq In New York State, one of the leading causes of death is cardiovascular disease, with 27% of affected individuals dying from poor lifestyle choices, lack of health interventions, and inequitable cardiovascular healthcare. New York City, with its large and diverse population, accounts for more than half of cardiovascular-related deaths in the state. This disparity in healthcare outcomes is associated with the … Continue reading Implicit Bias in the New York City Healthcare System: A Barrier to Equitable Cardiovascular Care

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