Has the Pandemic Become Endemic?

by John J. Dalton, FHFMA, Editor, The Three Minute ReadTM The short answer – not quite yet! The word “endemic” comes from the Greek endēmos, which means “in population.” An endemic virus is relatively constant in a population with largely predictable patterns, with the seasonal flu perhaps the best example.  It’s likely that Covid-19 ultimately … Continue reading Has the Pandemic Become Endemic?

America First? On Health, America’s Worst!

by John Dalton, Executive Director, Healing American Healthcare Coalition™ The past weekend’s news included reporting from CPAC touting former President Trump’s “America First” policy. When it comes to America’s health, that thought could hardly be further from the truth. Data released last week by the Commonwealth Fund1 shows America as the biggest spender with the … Continue reading America First? On Health, America’s Worst!