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Vail Valley Partnership

Vail Valley Partnership (VVP) is a non-profit development organization focused on ensuring the community’s well-being and economic vitality by striving to make their region an attractive place to live and work. Back in 2019, they took on the challenge of tackling high health insurance premiums in Eagle County, which were Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
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University of Wisconsin

Unveiling the Future of Health Care Affordability in Colorado In the evolving landscape of health care, understanding the intricate dynamics of affordability, access, and utilization is crucial. Against this backdrop, researchers at the University of Wisconsin are using data from the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD) in a Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
Infographic on Denver's Housing to Health (H2H) initiative, showing how supportive housing improves health outcomes and reduces emergency care use.

Denver Housing to Health

The Denver Housing to Health (H2H) Project is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing the challenges of homelessness, frequent criminal justice interactions, and emergency health care needs in Denver. The H2H evaluation hopes to demonstrate how supportive housing can lead to significant reductions in expensive emergency care, thereby providing better Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
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The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

Researchers from The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, alongside other collaborators, are exploring the critical issue of short interpregnancy intervals (SIPIs) among women without stable housing in Colorado. Their study used data from several sources, including the Colorado All Payer Claims Database (CO APCD), Homeless Management Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago
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Children’s Hospital of Colorado

Providing care for children with medical complexities pose significant challenges for patients and families alike. Caregiving often entails navigating various issues such as accessing care, financial strains, and managing side effects, which can compound the burden. Researchers at Children’s Hospital of Colorado are investigating ways to mitigate the impact of Read more

By Spencer Fortier, ago