You're invited to a healthcare reform panel discussion, scheduled Thursday in Fresno

The Central Valley Health Policy Institute, affiliated with CSU Fresno, is sponsoring a healthcare-reform forum scheduled 8-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, at Grand Occasions, 4584 W. Jacquelyn, in Fresno. They write:

California and the nation are facing a remarkable debate on healthcare reform. The Institute of Medicine (IOM) has recommended that any reform initiative seek to create a system of health care in the US that is Continuous, Affordable, Universal, Sustainable and Effective (the CAUSE principles).

But what would this look like? This forum will answer key questions including:

• Are the CAUSE principles sound and feasible?
• What are the specific health care needs and goals of the Central Valley?
• How do current options and proposals address the Valley’s health care needs?

People wishing to attend must RSVP to the Central Valley Health Policy Institute by calling (559) 228-2152 or via e-mail at thomasngo52@csufresno.edu. For more information, download the event flyer.