July 21, 2021
Research finds that expanding Medicaid lowers mortality and does not significantly raise state expenditures. The extra federal dollars stimulate state economies.
May 17, 2021
The Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion in the United States led to reduced births in the U.S., with larger reductions in some regions and demographic groups. As a result, it altered the pattern of living circumstances and subsequent life outcomes of the population of children born after abortion became legal.
February 10, 2021
Students exposed to a school shooting suffer trauma that could generate life-long consequences. New research finds negative educational and health impacts.
February 1, 2021
The flu results in more hospitalizations when there is more air pollution. Vaccination against the flu could mitigate this negative impact of pollution.
November 20, 2020
A repeal of Roe v. Wade could lower abortion rates and raise birth rates. It could also lower preventive care and impose financial costs on households.
June 30, 2020
Medical costs dropped in the short-term, as non-COVID care was deferred and may never be made up. Huge uncertainties exist regarding future trends in costs.
May 27, 2020
Immigrants are less likely to have health insurance than natives. Lack of coverage and access to medical care can adversely impact public health in a pandemic.
May 12, 2020
Some Native American populations are facing disproportionately high COVID-19 infection and mortality rates. Water access and communication issues may play a role.
April 5, 2020
Innovations within the health system and in personal behaviors played an essential role in stopping the outbreak and limiting the economic damage it created.