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The coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic: Separating fact from fiction

March 12, 2020bkl2

The COVID-19 outbreak has now reached pandemic proportions, threatening the health of millions worldwide and adversely affecting the international economy. Understanding the status of COVID-19, its potential impact in the U.S., and the needed preventive measures could save many lives. Continue Reading →

Health & Science Hagop Kantarjian

Vaccine myths unraveled

August 28, 2019bkl2

In this post, we elaborate on scientific research to refute a some of the popular myths about vaccines. Continue Reading →

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Evaluating new efforts to revamp kidney care

August 13, 2019bkl2

A recent executive order focuses on measures to prevent the progression of end-stage kidney disease. This is exciting news for patients and health care providers, but it will be important to monitor the costs and quality of care as well as the commitment of policymakers. Continue Reading →

Health & Science

Vaccines: The Truth

August 13, 2019bkl2

Here is a short summary of what vaccines are and how they work, drawn from evidence-based medical research articles. Continue Reading →

Health & Science Student Voices

Medicare-for-all could mean a migraine for most

June 7, 2019bkl2

There is no doubt that the status quo in health care is unacceptable, and that we should introduce policies that make health care affordable and accessible to more Americans. But the fascination with Medicare-for-All is impractical, and it distracts us from finding solutions that are economically feasible and beneficial to individuals in need. Continue Reading →

Health & Science Vivian Ho

Insight and analysis from Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy. The views expressed here are those of individual researcher(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the Baker Institute.

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