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May 20, 2026
Amid Mental Health Workforce Shortages, How Can We Creatively Expand Who Can Deliver Care?
The need for youth mental health services significantly outpaces the services available. Adolescence in particular represents a period of increased…
May 13, 2026
What Coverage Uncertainty Means for Young Adults With Type 2 Diabetes
Emerging adulthood, or the period between ages 18 and 29 years, is a life stage defined by changes: new schools, new jobs, new housing and—for…
Apr 29, 2026
Accessing Behavioral Health Supports in Schools: Nurses and Teachers Are Essential Partners Amid Funding Uncertainty
Adolescence is an exciting time. Young people experience significant growth throughout this period as they develop into young adults. They deserve…
Apr 14, 2026
Seen Safely: Protecting Adolescent Health Information in a Shifting Data Landscape
In this post, we describe the importance of confidentiality in health information technology, opportunities to strengthen the systems for adolescents…
Mar 16, 2026
Economic Security in Early Childhood as an Engine for Intergenerational Mobility
With turmoil in federal policy and cuts to federal programs, it has never been more important to consider what action Pennsylvania, and other states,…
Mar 05, 2026
Exploring Social Media Conversations on Firearm Violence & Health. A Q&A With Dr. Vivek Ashok
In a new study, PolicyLab Faculty Scholar Dr. Vivek Ashok and his team looked at how Pennsylvania state policymakers discussed firearm violence on…
Feb 27, 2026
Meet the Latest Clinical Futures and PolicyLab Pilot Grants Awardees
In January 2026, Clinical Futures and PolicyLab announced the awardees of the 2025 Fall Pilot Grant Program.
Feb 10, 2026
Bridging the Gap: How Neighborhood Opportunity Shapes Follow-Up Care for Adolescents After a Mental Health Crisis
When I meet adolescents in the emergency department (ED) who are struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, one of my biggest worries after…
Jan 28, 2026
Vaccine Policy Changes — Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Recent changes to vaccine policies and the policy-making process around vaccines in the U.S. are problematic. For kids, families, and communities to…
Dec 15, 2025
Top Blog Posts of 2025
This year has seen many changes to health and social policy. And, we're seeing questions...
Nov 18, 2025
Expert Perspectives on Health Needs of Adolescents and Young Adults in This Moment
Adolescents experience rapid physical, mental and emotional growth. As a result, their health needs evolve along with their engagement with the…
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