By convening both teens and health care system experts, we hope to understand how to best address the sexual preventative health needs of teens.
In the United States, where approximately 1 in 10 infants are born too early, preterm birth (generally defined as born before 37 weeks gestation) is…
As Philadelphians wrestle with increasing morbidity and mortality related to substance use and substance use disorder (SUD), we must continue to call…
Adolescents seek care in the emergency department (ED) frequently and for a wide array of issues. Sometimes they need a broken bone fixed, or they…
Our clinicians and researchers are performing cutting edge research on the most pressing health issues facing children, adolescents and families today. See more experts.
At PolicyLab, we seek to break out of the traditional academic research model to actively engage with community, advocacy, and policy partners and stakeholders on pressing issues faced by families locally, and across the state and country.
PolicyLab is committed to advancing community-engaged research; we are working towards a goal of involvement of youth, families, community organizations and public agencies as partners in research.