2019 Sports Award Finalists Honored by Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
RWJF has announced the finalists for the 2019 Sports Award, an honor recognizing professional teams, individuals and organizations that strengthen and serve communities through sport. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - August 1, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health National Source Type: news
Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on Models for Consideration Under the 1332 Waiver Program of the Affordable Care Act
The following comments were submitted by Richard Besser, MD, RWJF President and CEO, on models for consideration under the 1332 Waiver Program of the Affordable Care Act. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - July 1, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Health Care Coverage and Access National Source Type: news
Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on Consumer Inflation Measures in Context of Poverty Threshold
The following comments were submitted by Richard Besser, MD, RWJF President and CEO, in response to the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) request for comments on the Consumer Inflation Measures produced by Federal statistical agencies. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - June 20, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Health Disparities Child and Family Well-Being National Source Type: news
Poll: Rural Americans Report Problems Paying for Medical Bills, Housing, or Food
Despite a growing national economy, four in ten rural Americans say their families have experienced problems affording medical bills, housing, or food during the past few years. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - May 21, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health National Rural Source Type: news
Report: Nation's Ability to Manage Health Emergencies Rises
The 2019 National Health Security Preparedness Index shows that despite improvement, state-by-state analysis shows relatively slow rates of progress in 2018 as regional inequities in preparedness persist. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - May 8, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Disease Prevention and Health Promotion National Source Type: news
Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on the U.S. FDA Compliance Policy Regarding Flavored Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems and Flavored Cigars
RWJF submitted comments to the FDA, in supports of the decision to revise its compliance policy to reduce youth access to flavored ENDS and cigars. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 22, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Source Type: news
Policy Changes Needed in 13 Areas to Help Close N.J.’s Health Gaps, Says Report From State’s Largest Philanthropy
Informed by extensive research and months of conversations with nearly 300 community residents, nonprofit and business leaders, and others from across the state, a report identifies 13 priorities for building a Culture of Health in New Jersey. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 17, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Social Determinants of Health Child and Family Well-Being Source Type: news
Julie Morita, MD, named as RWJF Executive Vice President
RWJF announced today that Julie Morita, MD, the current commissioner of the Chicago Department of Public Health, has been named executive vice president. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 8, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health Source Type: news
Comments from Richard Besser, MD, on SNAP Requirements for Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents Proposed Rule
Richard Besser, RWJF President and CEO, submitted comments in response to the United State Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) proposed rule on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program requirements for Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - April 2, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Child and Family Well-Being Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Source Type: news
County Health Rankings Show Burden of Severe Housing Cost Tied to Poor Health
The 2019 County Health Rankings show how widespread the burden of severe housing cost is tied to the poor health of families and communities nationwide. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - March 19, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Social Determinants of Health Public and Community Health National Source Type: news
2019 RWJF Culture of Health Prize Finalists
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation selects 12 communities as 2019 RWJF Culture of Health Prize finalists. The Prize recognizes communities that are bringing partners together around a shared commitment to health, opportunity, and equity. (Source: RWJF - News Releases)
Source: RWJF - News Releases - March 6, 2019 Category: Health Management Authors: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Tags: Public and Community Health Source Type: news
