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**The Latest Research, Commentary, and News from Health Affairs**

**Friday, March 27, 2020**

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TODAY ON THE BLOG

COVID-19

Custodial Staff Protect Us From COVID-19, But Who Is Protecting Them?

By LaShyra T. Nolen

For many of us, the spread of coronavirus is unprecedented territory.
Every day it feels like we are on the brink of new knowledge that will
lead us closer to quelling its spread. My only hope is that as we
translate our discoveries into solutions, we support those who are on
the front lines valiantly defending our society's health one cleaning
at a time. Read More >>

Part I: What Are Foundations Doing In The Fight Against COVID-19?

By Lee-Lee Prina

More and more health philanthropies around the United States are
stepping up to help people during this difficult time: sometimes by
awarding grants, sometimes with useful information. Look for Part II to
be published next week. Read More >

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ACCESS TO CARE

'Self-Service' And Self-Management Shouldn't Mean Patients Fend
For Themselves

By Katelyn Smalley

App-based medicine will only work if it builds on existing connections,
rather than severing them. Read More >>

IN THE JOURNAL

AFFORDABLE CARE ACT

Building On The Gains Of The ACA: Federal Proposals To Improve Coverage
And Affordability

By Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Elizabeth Fowler, and Gayle Mauser

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) significantly improved health insurance
coverage in the US, but many Americans remain under- or uninsured.
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Elizabeth Fowler, and Gayle Mauser examine
federal strategies under consideration that build on the ACA to extend
comprehensive coverage to all low-income Americans and increase coverage
affordability for middle-income Americans. Read More >>

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A CLOSER LOOK-Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding fuses the energy of social media with democratization of
economic power, building small donations into major funds that can cause
change. Medical crowdfunding supports those in the midst of health care
challenges. A Health Affairs Blog post describes medical
crowdfunding's dark side
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