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Latest News
School of Public Health dean discusses “Public Health Ideas” with WashU researchers
The inaugural dean of the new WashU School of Public Health talks “Public Health Ideas” with WashU researchers in this new video series. Read more about series guests.
New Medicaid policy lab brings data to the debate (Links to an external site)
Learn how the Medicaid Policy Lab, through solid data, is adding answers to questions about what will happen to Medicaid in our state.
Public Health Faculty Scholars honored for community engagement
Find out which Public Health Faculty Scholars were honored with the 2025 Dean’s Impact Award and what the honor means.
Health policy update: Pronounced rural-urban gaps remain in MO health insurance coverage
The Center for Advancing Health Services, Policy and Economics has released a new policy brief that explores health insurance coverage for persons living in rural and urban areas in Missouri. Read more here.
Center’s latest policy brief on MO Medicaid enrollment outlines implications for state budget
Learn about recent changes in Missouri Medicaid enrollment under the disability category, which has important implications for the state’s general revenue budget.
Public Health Faculty Scholars receive Confluence awards
WashU researchers, including public health experts from all over WashU and their community partners received recognition at the annual William H. Danforth St. Louis Confluence Award Showcase presented by the Confluence Collaborative for Community-Engaged Research, Teaching and Practice.