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PAN announces new public health practicum program with Florida A&M University’s Institute of Public Health

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As part of its continued commitment to accelerating access to healthcare, the PAN Foundation announced that it will be welcoming Master of Public Health (MPH) learners from Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) Institute of Public Health (IPH)—a renowned historically black college and university (HBCU)—as part of FAMU’s MPH practicum. This practicum provides an in-depth exploration of … Continued

PAN opens chronic spontaneous urticaria copay fund

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Today, the PAN Foundation opened a financial assistance copay program designed to help with out-of-pocket medication costs for eligible patients living with chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU). PAN’s chronic spontaneous urticaria copay assistance program provides a grant of $2,600 for out-of-pocket expenses for covered medications. If patients need more assistance within the same 12-month period and … Continued

Most Americans experiencing higher health insurance premiums, concerned about affordability in 2026

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Two-thirds of Medicare and commercially insured patients report premium increases A recent national poll from the PAN Foundation’s Center for Patient Research finds that most Americans (59 percent) experienced an increase in health insurance premium costs in 2026, with 2 in 5 (41 percent) seeing an increase of 10 percent or more compared to the … Continued

Rebecca: every breath counts

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Like any mother, Rebecca is always thinking of her kids. She’s a proud stay-at-home mom to two children, whose bright smiles are “always the best part of the day.” But sometimes, Rebecca can’t catch her breath—and it holds her back from enjoying these everyday moments. “I’ll be eating dinner, and then I can’t breathe. There … Continued

PAN announces 2026 healthcare policy and education priorities

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The PAN Foundation, a leading charitable foundation and healthcare advocacy organization, today announced its healthcare policy and education priorities for 2026. Through these priorities, PAN outlines the legislation we will champion and our approach to patient education as we work to increase equitable access to healthcare for all. The PAN Foundation will continue to address … Continued

PAN opens idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis copay fund

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Today, the PAN Foundation opened a financial assistance copay program designed to help with out-of-pocket medication costs for eligible patients living with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). PAN’s idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis copay assistance program provides a grant of $3,500 for out-of-pocket expenses for covered medications. If patients need more assistance within the same 12-month period and … Continued

PAN announces its 2026 Board of Directors

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Today, the PAN Foundation—a leading charitable foundation and healthcare advocacy organization—announced its 2026 Board of Directors, which provides governance, oversight, and strategic direction to the organization. The PAN Foundation also announced its 2026 slate of board officers, which include: PAN Board members continuing to serve in 2026 include: “I’m thrilled to have this prestigious Board … Continued

PAN disappointed in ACA premium tax credit expiration

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Today, the PAN Foundation expressed deep disappointment that Congress allowed the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits to expire as of December 31, 2025. These credits have helped keep monthly premiums affordable for those who purchase coverage through the health insurance marketplace. PAN, however, remains hopeful that there will be a resolution in early 2026, including an … Continued

Scott: the power of patience

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Decades of living with multiple sclerosis (MS) have taught Scott to be more patient.  Patient with himself. Patient getting the healthcare he needs. Patient as he advocates for himself and others with chronic conditions. But patience doesn’t come easily to Scott, a former “adrenaline junkie” who dedicated his career to the airline industry, where every second counts. “I had … Continued

PAN submits letter in support of the NIH Clinical Integrity Act

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The PAN Foundation submitted a letter to Senate and House representative sponsors in support of their reintroduction of the NIH Clinical Integrity Act. A bipartisan and bicameral bill, the NIH Clinical Integrity Act seeks to bolster participation in NIH funded clinical trials to ensure that treatments and interventions are safe and effective for all patient … Continued

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