These survey findings of Americans’ views on global HIV/AIDS are part of Kaiser’s national “Survey of Americans on HIV/AIDS,” conducted in spring 2004. Other portions of the national survey will be released this summer. This portion of the survey explores such issues as foreign aid, general knowledge about the global epidemic and the role of the United States, as well as which individuals are associated with the fight against global HIV/AIDS and where Americans get information about the issue (June 2004).

Survey Toplines (.pdf)

These survey findings of Americans’ views on global HIV/AIDS are part of Kaiser’s national “Survey of Americans on HIV/AIDS,” conducted in spring 2004. Other portions of the national survey will be released this summer. This portion of the survey explores such issues as foreign aid, general knowledge about the global epidemic and the role of the United States, as well as which individuals are associated with the fight against global HIV/AIDS and where Americans get information about the issue (June 2004).

Summary/Chartpack

Toplines

Survey of Americans on HIV/AIDS – Part Two: HIV Testing

Survey of Americans on HIV/AIDS – Part Three: Experiences and Opinions by Race/Ethnicity and Age

As the first phase of the new Medicare prescription drug law takes effect, the Kaiser Family Foundation commissioned focus groups conducted by Bill McInturff of Public Opinion Strategies and Geoff Garin of Peter D. Hart Research Associates in consultation with Foundation staff. The focus groups were designed to explore what people on Medicare know and think about the discount drug card that went in effect June 1st, and the new benefit that takes effect in 2006. The ten focus groups, conducted in Pittsburgh, Kansas City and Washington, DC, underscore the major public education challenge that lies ahead.

With public education about the new Medicare law underway, the Foundation also has results from a new Kaiser survey showing that 31% of seniors have ever used the Internet, with a vast digital divide. Only 15% of seniors with incomes below $20,000 say they have ever gone online. These findings underscore the importance of using a variety of strategies to reach and educate seniors.

Report: Reactions to the New Medicare Law, Findings Based on Focus Groups with People on Medicare

Chartpack: Selected Findings on the New Medicare Prescription Drug Law

Interview: Pollsters Geoff Garin of Peter D. Hart Research and Bill McInturff of Public Opinion Strategies talk with Foundation Senior Visiting Fellow Jackie Judd, former correspondent with ABC News, about the focus group research they conducted on the new Medicare prescription drug law.

The Impact of Recent Changes in Health Care Coverage for Low-Income People: A First Look at the Research Following Changes in Oregon’s Medicaid Program

Oregon recently restructured its Medicaid program through a Section 1115 waiver and other program changes, largely in response to particularly difficult state budget problems. This report summarizes key findings on the impact of Oregon’s changes, based on work conducted by a research collaborative within the state. The experience in Oregon may be instructive, as other states have implemented or are considering implementing similar changes.

Issue Paper (.pdf)

This chartpack includes recent survey results on the Medicare prescription drug law and seniors’ use of the Internet.

Chartpack (.pdf)

This report, Reactions to the New Medicare Drug Law, produced jointly by a bipartisan team of pollsters from Public Opinion Strategies and Peter D. Hart Research Associates, presents key findings from ten focus groups of people on Medicare in three cities: Pittsburgh, PA; Kansas City, KS, and Washington, DC. The focus groups explored knowledge, perceptions, and early experiences with the new Medicare drug law – both the Medicare-approved drug discount card and the drug benefit that will begin in 2006 – among seniors and those under-65 with disabilities who are served by Medicare.

Report (.pdf)

This report from the The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Task Force on HIV/AIDS, in collaboration with the Kaiser Family Foundation, reviews the emergency response capacities of a number of US government agencies and makes suggestions for enhancing the rapid-response capacity of the Office of the Global AIDS Coordinator.

The report was authored by Phillip Nieburg, senior associate, CSIS, Jennifer Kates, vice president and director of HIV Policy, Kaiser Family Foundation, and J. Stephen Morrison, executive director, CSIS HIV/AIDS Task Force Director, CSIS Africa Program.

CSIS Report (.pdf)

Medicaid and Long-term Care

This report examines Medicaid’s role in providing long-term care services, including the services provided, the population needing services, and how the services are delivered. Current policy issues and challenges for Medicaid’s role in providing these services are also discussed.

Report (.pdf)

In 2002, the state of Washington eliminated state-funded Medicaid look-alike coverage for certain immigrant families. These families then became eligible for more limited coverage in the state’s Basic Health program. This report details the process of this transition and the outcomes for coverage and access for these individuals.

Research Brief (.pdf)

National ADAP Monitoring Project 2004 Annual Report

The National ADAP Monitoring Report, 2004 provides the latest data on state AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAPs). ADAPs, authorized under Title II of the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency (CARE) Act, provide HIV/AIDS-related prescription drugs to uninsured and underinsured individuals living with HIV/AIDS. ADAPs operate in 57 U.S. states, territories, and associated jurisdictions.

The report, the eighth in an annual series, was prepared by the Kaiser Family Foundation, the National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) and the AIDS Treatment Data Network (ATDN). It was released during a conference call briefing May 19, 2004.

Executive Summary (.pdf)

Report (.pdf)