Sentences with phrase «decrease health care access»

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«An historic analysis produced during his first term in office demonstrated that wider access to emergency contraception could save the state almost half a billion dollars in health care costs by decreasing the number of unintended pregnancies and abortions.

Our study, along with prior studies, supports the notion that «cognitive reserve» resulting from early - life and lifelong education and cognitive stimulation may be a potent strategy for the primary prevention of dementia in both high - and low - income countries around the world.21 However, it should be noted that the relationships among education, brain biology, and cognitive function are complex and likely multidirectional; for instance, a number of recent population - based studies have shown genetic links with level of educational attainment, 22,23 and with the risk for cognitive decline in later life.24 Higher levels of educational attainment are also associated with health behaviors (eg, physical activity, diet, and smoking), more cognitively - complex occupations, and better access to health care, all of which may play a role in decreasing lifetime dementia risk.

Rural, older Floridians encounter a multitude of factors that put them at higher risk for developing Alzheimer's disease (AD) such as limited education, decreased health literacy, low income, increased heart disease, lack of insurance, and limited access to health care.

My goal is to work with a team that utilizes research and standards of care to improve health care delivery, decrease barriers to accessing health care delivery, offer creative ways to promote wellness, and improve patient outcomes for those with chronic disease states.

According to the Congressional Budget Office, if patients who rely on public health programs are blocked from coming to Planned Parenthood, up to 650,000 people would face decreased access to health care in just a one - year period.

This unprecedented wave of attacks could have devastating consequences for women, men and young people across the country in decreasing access to basic health care.

All of these improvements are exciting and represent positive changes in policy and behavior of Nebraska's children and adults like decreased smoking and improved nutrition, access to physical and mental health care, the gradual reduction of poverty in recent years, and public health insurance programs.

«They help local farmers stay economically viable and help kids get access to healthier food, which we hope will decrease the burden on our health care system.