Adam L Beckman

Aug 9, 2024 | jamanetwork.com | Adam L Beckman |Joshua Jacobs |Shereef M Elnahal

Over the last century, exposure to toxic hazards during military service has been increasingly understood to represent an important safety concern, including exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam War and to the particulate matter released from burn pits, wherein waste ranging from jet fuel to human waste is burned into the open air.1,2 Although the prevalence of exposure is unknown, over the past 34 years, at least 4.7 million veterans were likely exposed to toxic hazards, burn pits,...

Mar 20, 2024 | jamanetwork.com | Adam L Beckman |Andrew Ryan |Jose F. Figueroa |José Figueroa

The Rise and Risks of Medicare Advantage “Affinity Plans” Medicare Advantage (MA), the private alternative for Medicare beneficiaries, grew substantially during the past decade, increasing from 29% of the eligible Medicare population in 2013 to 51% in 2023.1 The Congressional Budget Office projects that MA enrollment will reach 62% by 2033.1 Medicare Advantage growth has been fueled by converting individuals’ traditional fee-for-service Medicare to MA by offering extended benefits such as...

Feb 26, 2024 | australianwomenonline.com | Adam L Beckman

According to a 2023 study, more young Australian females have reported suffering from shoulder pain than males. This is concerning as shoulder pain can significantly disrupt our daily routines and activities, leading to a lower quality of life. Given that many factors could cause shoulder pain in individuals, such as employment status, physical activity and mental health, it stands to reason that effective shoulder pain management requires a long-term holistic lifestyle approach.