Research indicates that the United States lags behind other high-income countries in public health. This lag relates directly to variable health system quality across U.S. communities, which have...
The healthcare landscape is changing. While private hospitals provide individualized care to the sick, public health organizations work to reduce the number of...
Wednesday, Aug 22, 2018 (All day) to Monday, Aug 22, 2022 (All day)
Location
Lexington, KY United States
Facilitating population health and well-being requires organizations and individuals to share information and strategies across systems. Local public health agencies, healthcare providers, and their...
Injured war veterans face substantial barriers to maintaining employment, high levels of family strain, homelessness, and extensive unmet physical and mental health needs. The Department of Veterans...
Native American communities experience many obstacles to health and well-being due to adverse social, economic, and environmental conditions. Few tribal public health programs are financed adequately...
Center leadership, staff, grantees, and partners will present research findings in Seattle, Wa., during the Academy Health Meeting. Full details, including date, time, and location for the presentations listed below can be accessed by clicking the links provided.
Adolescents and young adults often experience their first episode of psychosis as they are preparing to enter high school, college, or the workforce. The long-term implications of neglecting a future...
Declines in academic performance often precede declines in health and health behaviors, particularly among minority youth living in economically distressed communities. The social and economic burdens...
Members of the homeless population bear greater risk than other populations for many preventable diseases but are less likely to access healthcare systems. These individuals need to be engaged by...