Assessing the Population Impact of Published Intervention Studies

by Keenan Faulkner | Jun 23, 2015 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives

ABSTRACT Background: Despite greater spending on health care and biomedical research, the United States has poorer health outcomes than competitive nations. Information is needed on the potential impact of interventions to better guide resources allocation. Objective:...

A New Model for Private Sector Partnerships to Improve Economic Well-Being and Community Outcomes

by Keenan Faulkner | Jun 23, 2015 | Commentary, Perspectives

  The Institute of Medicine (IOM) Roundtable on Population Health Improvement’s workshop summary titled Business Engagement in Building Healthy Communities highlights how local and regional stakeholders can be effective community leaders for improving population...

A Health Literacy Fable for Tomorrow: Help the World Be Healthy with Health Literacy

by Keenan Faulkner | Oct 15, 2014 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives

  There once was a town in the heart of America where health seemed to come naturally for everyone. The town lay in the midst of a checkerboard of organic and wholesome farms. Fresh fruit and vegetables were plentiful and affordable. Within the town itself,...

Understanding What Employers Are Up To: Think Managed Consumerism, Not Exit

by Keenan Faulkner | Aug 15, 2014 | Commentary, Perspectives

  Employers have a major impact on the U.S. health care system through their sponsorship of health benefits for more than 150 million Americans. In response to the changes occurring in the context of the Affordable Care Act, firms are reassessing and changing...

Designing Health Literate Mobile Apps

by Keenan Faulkner | Jan 28, 2014 | Discussion Paper, Perspectives

  Overview As mobile devices become more pervasive, mobile health (mHealth) application software (apps) presents an exciting new opportunity to improve health and wellness. However, if mobile apps are poorly designed, they may contribute to the challenges most...