The U.S. Department of Defense continues to grapple with a growing number of suicides among service members. Additional research is critically needed in two areas. The first is gun control. The second is the quality of behavioral health care available to those who need it. Read More »
Three mass-casualty events occurring in three very different settings show that disaster preparedness should not be limited to large cities or “target” areas in the United States. One trait that is common to all such events is the need for coordinated, responsive trauma care for victims. Read More »
Each year, contaminated drinking water contributes to the deaths of ~750,000 children under age five. A RAND project is using mobile phones to market durable safe-water filters in Kenya. Letting consumers pay in increments via mobile banking increases adoption of products for which transaction fees would normally be too high. Read More »
Data released by the government on Wednesday shows that hospitals charge Medicare different amounts for the same procedure — sometimes 10 to 20 times what Medicare typically reimburses. RAND research has presented options for modifying Medicare payment policies to improve the value of services and address payment differentials. Read More »
This RAND Review discusses books and other media targeted toward Arab children that encourage tolerance and critical thinking. Other stories address U.S. defense budget cuts, teacher effectiveness, the NSF's role in promoting research, and how RAND helps foster technological innovation in other countries. RAND Review »
With most of the Affordable Care Act's provisions taking full effect in 2014, the complex process of implementing the law is underway across the United States. RAND research is tracking the progress of implementation and assessing the potential consequences of choices facing federal and state governments, employers, families, and individuals. Read More »
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