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The Arkansas General Assembly approved several bills during the 2025 legislative session that call for Arkansas to join interstate licensure compacts.

On April 7, the Trump administration finalized a 5.1% rate increase for Medicare Advantage plans for the 2026 calendar year, a significantly higher increase than the 2.2% boost …

Arkansas lawmakers are reviewing proposed rules that would create presumptive Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women and revamp and increase Medicaid reimbursement for obstetric services.

Researchers, policymakers, educators, and families are increasingly focused on the potential impact social media use may be having on young people, including any connection to rising suicide rates.

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Men’s Health Month a Reminder of Importance of Preventive Screening
Preventive health screenings and annual physicals can detect early signs of life-threatening illness, but too few men take these steps to protect their health.
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Arkansas Officials Propose Rules Aimed at Improving Maternal Health
Arkansas lawmakers are reviewing proposed rules that would create presumptive Medicaid eligibility for pregnant women and revamp and increase Medicaid reimbursement for obstetric services.
Blog, Maternal and Infant Health, Medicaid
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Rising Temperatures Increase Risk of Hot Car Deaths
As temperatures rise with the approach of summer, a reminder of the risks of extreme heat to children is in order, particularly the dangers of leaving children unattended in hot vehicles.
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Lessons Learned From Arkansas’s Experience With a Medicaid Work Requirement
In a piece published on the Milbank Memorial Fund’s blog, ACHI Interim President and CEO Craig Wilson and ACHI President Emeritus Dr. Joe Thompson reflect on the lessons learned from Arkansas’s experience with a Medicaid work requirement.
Blog, Medicaid
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As Arkansas Expands School Meal Access, Federal Actions Create Uncertainty
While Arkansas has been working to expand students’ access to healthy school meals, the Trump administration’s push for federal spending cuts is creating uncertainty about the future of school meal programs.
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Tips for Enjoying Water Activities Safely
The Natural State offers plenty of opportunities for water activities, with more than 2,000 lakes and reservoirs as well as numerous rivers, creeks, swimming holes, and public swimming pools. These tips can help you and your family stay safe while having fun in or on the water.
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Memorial Day Safety Tips
Millions of Americans will be traveling and taking part in outdoor activities over the Memorial Day weekend. Here are some tips for staying safe and healthy while celebrating the unofficial kickoff to summer.
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Youth Social Media Use and Associations With Suicide Risk
Researchers, policymakers, educators, and families are increasingly focused on the potential impact social media use may be having on young people, including any connection to rising suicide rates.
Blog, Mental Health, Social Media and Youth Mental Health
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ACHI’s Craig Wilson Looks at Private Equity in Health Care
The Arkansas Rural Health Partnership partnered with ACHI Interim President and CEO Craig Wilson to examine private equity investment in health care for the May-June 2025 issue of the Healthcare Journal of Arkansas.
Blog, Rural Health Insights
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