Difference-in-differences (DID) analysis is used widely to estimate the causal effects of
health policies and interventions. A critical assumption in DID is “parallel trends”: that pre …

This paper investigates the effects of China's New Cooperative Medical Scheme (NCMS) on
health outcomes and healthcare expenditure of the elderly in rural China, using panel data …

Previous evaluations of emissions-based car taxes have estimated their impact on the
shares or sales of new vehicles. In contrast, we ask whether taxes that penalize high …

Significance In addition to the complexity associated with health care coverage and its
utilization by older people, I hypothesize that social engagement promotes a better later-life …

Background: Population aging has become increasingly serious in China. The demand for
medical insurance of the elderly is increasing, and their health status and life satisfaction are …

This paper investigates the impact of Urban and Rural Resident Basic Medical Insurance
(URRBMI) on the health of preschool and school-age children in rural China using data from …

Health is the basis for human survival and development and is an important symbol to
evaluate a country's economic growth and social progress. This article measures the degree …

At the beginning of the 21st century, longstanding health inequality existing in developing
countries prompted the adoption of public policies focused on increasing health insurance …

With the deepening population aging process in China, the medical expenses of older
adults has become a widespread concerned. Medical insurance is a major source of …

Abstract In China, Catastrophic Medical Insurance (CMI) has been piloted since 2012. Few
research have examined the relationship between CMI and the health of the elderly, with the …