The AHEAD Model is a pioneer initiative aiming to reshape state and regional health systems through a Total Cost of Care (TCOC) approach. The Making Care Primary (MCP) Model, a 10.5-year multi-payer initiative, builds upon the successes of previous models like Comprehensive Primary Care (CPC), CPC+, and Primary Care First (PCF), as well as the Maryland Primary Care Program (MDPCP). MCP elevates primary care services and sets the stage for a high-performing health system.

The impacts of climate change on different sectors of society are interrelated. Drought can harm food production and human health through water scarcity, famine, malnutrition, and increased health risks. Flooding can spread diseases and damage ecosystems and infrastructure by contaminating water sources, creating a breeding ground for disease-carrying insects and disrupting natural environments. These interconnected environmental factors underscore the urgent need for a coordinated response to mitigate its effects on our population and planet.