David SandmanWinding Up New York’s Medicaid UnwindingFor the past year, New York State has made substantial investments to make sure as many people as possible stay enrolled in health…3d ago3d ago
David SandmanYou Win Some, You Lose Some: Hits and Misses in New York’s BudgetNew York State passed its $237 billion fiscal year 2025 budget over the weekend, after lengthy negotiations, an eclipse, and an earthquake…Apr 25Apr 25
David SandmanSaving Lives: Steps Forward and Steps BackwardIf you know someone who’s died of a drug overdose, you are far from alone. A new study from the esteemed RAND Corporation is shocking; it…Feb 27Feb 27
David SandmanSummer Looks a Little Brighter for New York FamiliesNew York City finally got its first significant snowfall in nearly two years. Up in Buffalo, the NFL postponed the Bills playoff game given…Jan 22Jan 22
David SandmanA Wish List for 2024As we turn the page on 2023, I’m looking ahead to a better 2024. I’m sure we all hope for the same big things: a less divided, more…Dec 14, 2023Dec 14, 2023
David SandmanGiving Thanks in Turbulent TimesThe news is depressing to read. Wars in Ukraine and the Middle East. Climate disasters. A dysfunctional Congress, with another government…Nov 15, 2023Nov 15, 2023
David SandmanWhat’s Cooking in Salt CityI was recently in Syracuse with the New York Health Foundation’s Board of Directors and staff. Our visit was an opportunity to learn more…Oct 26, 2023Oct 26, 2023
David SandmaninLong COVID ConnectionThe Long Shadow of COVIDAfter a summer where it felt like the COVID-19 pandemic was truly behind us, we’re seeing an uptick in cases. Fortunately, we’re nowhere…Sep 18, 20233Sep 18, 20233
David SandmanThe Persistent Injustice of Medical DebtMedical debt has been a persistent and pervasive scourge in this country, sometimes described as a “uniquely American injustice.” Where…Aug 24, 20232Aug 24, 20232
David SandmanRoutine Health Care Is Supposed to Be EasyFrom time to time in this space, I share a personal or family story about encounters with health care to illustrate broader points. Here we…Jul 17, 2023Jul 17, 2023