Health policies and programmes may be increasing health disparities between and within households in low-income areas

"The cost of our health care is a threat to our economy. It's an escalating burden on our families and businesses....And it is unsustainable for the United States of America" - The President addresses AMA.

Two important reports on autism in as many weeks have confirmed what the NAS and our members have been telling Government for some time:

Poor quality and high costs are associated with the informal provision of health care. New research in Bangladesh, India and Nigeria offers innovative strategies to improve performance.