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Latest News
Galea named editor of JAMA Health Forum (Links to an external site)
Sandro Galea, MD, DrPH, dean designate of WashU’s planned School of Public Health has been named editor in chief of JAMA Health Forum, effective Jan. 1.
Center releases policy brief on key findings on MO health insurance coverage, 2008-23
In a new policy brief reviews the impact of MO Medicaid expansion on the state’s insured and resulting changes to the economy and policy.
Focus groups help researchers learn how older people experience ageism
Find out more about a new study that reflects older adults’ experiences with ageism.
SPOTLIGHT: Center collaborator helps others implement, sustain evidence-based work
Public Health Faculty Scholar, Rebecca Lengnick-Hall helps teams and individuals better understand connections between an organization and the broader system environment.
Center co-directors spotlighted on issues in aging
Read some of the recent articles and blog posts on ageism and age diversity on campus that feature the co-directors of the Harvey A. Friedman Center for Aging.
2024 Summer Research Program Summary
Read a summary of the Summer Research Program and student response to the eight-week program.