Follow up after cardiovascular hospitalizations lacking, especially among marginalized populations

A retrospective cohort study found that between 2010 and 2019, timely post-discharge follow-up after acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and heart failure (HF) hospitalizations increased substantially for Medicare fee-for-service beneficiaries, but many patients still not getting the follow-up they need, and racial and socioeconomic disparities have worsened.

Peers who boost marginalized voices help others, and themselves, study shows

For organizations to reach their potential, they must leverage the expertise of their employees. However, research demonstrates that lower-status employees may not be heard because their “voices” are more likely to be ignored. New research from the University of Notre Dame is the first to show that peers can help boost marginalized voices, and at the same time benefit their own status, all while helping their organization realize the potential of its employees’ diverse perspectives.