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End-of-Life Choices

Trends in end-of-life care show that not only does the care given vary widely from region to region and hospital to hospital, but also patients often don't get the care they prefer. What can be done?

Care Management Puzzle

Chronic diseases and the cost of care are rising. Are disease management programs improving outcomes for patients with complex, chronic conditions?

No Middleman

Under the "direct primary care" model, patients pay a monthly fee for basic medical services. Learn about the history and current landscape of physician practices offering this arrangement.

Long-Term Care

Tuesday, September 04, 2012

Demand for Health Aids in Calif. To Grow Significantly

By 2020, the number of home health aides and personal care aides in California likely will increase by 52% and 43%, respectively, according to new projections by the state Employment Development Department. Analysts say that the increase will correspond with the rising demands of an aging state population.



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