Author: David Seith

Pediatric Medical Homes: Laying the Foundation of a Promising Model of Care

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  • Project  Project Thrive; 
  • Publication Type  Report 
  • Post date October 1, 2011

Learn about our Project Thrive project. This is an excerpt from the full report. Introduction In recent years the nation’s health care system has accelerated the development and implementation of a new model of patient care – the medical home. States, insurers, health care delivery systems, and individual practices are increasingly exploring ways to leverage medical […]

Who Are America’s Poor Children?: Examining Health Disparities by Race and Ethnicity

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  • Publication Type  Report 
  • Post date July 1, 2011

This is an excerpt from the full report. Introduction Good health in childhood both reflects and predicts full social and economic participation. Conversely, social divisions by race and income are often associated with health disparities, which inhibit children from achieving their full potential. Although many would agree that health is a fundamental right, children subject […]

Who Are America’s Poor Children?: Examining Health Disparities Among Children in the United States

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  • Publication Type  Report 
  • Post date January 1, 2011

This is an excerpt from the full report. Introduction Good health goes a long way, as research suggests that poor health in childhood not only impedes early child development, but can also have lasting consequences on children’s future health and wellbeing. Although many would agree that a health is a fundamental right, children born into […]