Importance This Special Communication addresses one of the most pressing health policy issues: the impact of population aging on the sustainability of social health insurance systems. It presents a comprehensive review of China’s achievements as of 2024 in improving social health…
Importance The protocol of a randomized trial is the foundation for study planning, conduct, reporting, and external review. However, trial protocols vary in their completeness and often do not address key elements of design and conduct. The SPIRIT (Standard Protocol Items:…
Importance Non–cystic fibrosis (CF) bronchiectasis is a chronic lung condition caused by permanent bronchial dilatation and inflammation and is characterized by daily cough, sputum, and recurrent exacerbations. Approximately 500 000 people in the US have non-CF bronchiectasis. Observations Non-CF bronchiectasis may be associated…
Importance Many adolescents and young adults (AYAs) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are excluded from HIV research because of challenges with informed consent for study participation, which makes it difficult to understand and improve the lives of AYAs living with…
This JAMA Insights explores factor V Leiden, an inherited thrombophilia, and its association with venous and arterial thrombosis, how it affects pregnancy outcomes, and testing.
A 6-year-old girl had a slightly sunken red plaque that was observed on the chest, approximately 1.5 cm in diameter, with a smooth surface, associated vascular dilation, well-defined borders, and no scaling or ulceration. What is your diagnosis?
This case report describes a woman with color change involving only the facial skin and was later found to also have inguinal lymph node and rectal mass.
Importance Research in acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is translating into rapid changes in therapy and outcomes. Historically, adult ALL was treated with intensive chemotherapy extending over 2.5 to 3 years. This established tradition, accepted because of the high cure rates in…
The article assesses research on private equity ownership’s influence on health care quality. A review of several prominent studies supports the conclusion that private equity ownership does not have a universally positive or negative effect. Past research has found that…
Private equity (PE) investments in health care have grown to over $750 billion in the past decade and include every segment of the US health sector. Although PE investments can provide capital and improve efficiency of health service delivery, PE’s…
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