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This data snapshot examines the prevalence of physical and sexual dating violence reported by U.S. high school students in 2023. Drawing on CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey data, it highlights…

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As research data plays a growing role in regulatory decision-making, questions around quality, reliability, and relevance are becoming more important than ever. This OECD guidance explores how research data can…

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This Census Bureau working paper explores how long-term population decline in micropolitan areas is closely tied to worsening health outcomes. Using decades of demographic and health data, the analysis shows…

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A new GAO review examines persistent fraud risks in the Advance Premium Tax Credit program, which helps millions of Americans afford health insurance through federal and state marketplaces. Preliminary findings…

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Family structures in the United States have shifted significantly over the past three decades, and this report traces how women’s living arrangements at first birth have evolved across education, race,…

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High-quality early childhood education shapes lifelong outcomes, strengthening children’s cognitive, social, and emotional foundations while reducing inequalities that emerge as early as age five. The report highlights how early learning…

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This GAO report uncovers how individuals received duplicate Medicaid, CHIP, or APTC benefits across multiple states, resulting in more than $1.6 billion in potential overpayments in FY2023. Weak data matching,…

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Colorado’s approach to air pollution regulation blends federal Clean Air Act requirements with state-driven programs aimed at reducing harmful emissions and improving public health. The state continues to grapple with…

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Nebraska’s Office of Violence Prevention continues to strengthen community safety by funding programs that address youth engagement, gang intervention, firearm-related violence, and employment opportunities in high-crime areas. This year’s report…

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The International Migration Outlook captures how migration flows, labour shortages, and demographic pressures are reshaping economies across the OECD. The report highlights shifting migration patterns, tighter asylum systems, and the…

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act brings the most sweeping Medicaid changes since the ACA, reshaping who qualifies for coverage, how states administer benefits, and how much federal funding flows…

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Colorado’s Medical Aid-in-Dying law gives terminally ill adults the option to request life-ending medication under strict medical and legal safeguards. Patients must make multiple voluntary requests, receive confirmations from qualified…

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Medicaid is a joint federal and state insurance program that provides health care coverage to low-income families and individuals, including children, pregnant people, seniors, and people with disabilities. The federal…

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Mental health challenges affect millions of people and often begin early in life, yet many remain undiagnosed and untreated. This report highlights proven and promising public health interventions that strengthen…

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As populations age rapidly across OECD countries, this report highlights the urgent need to shift health systems toward prevention, home-based care, and community support. It reveals that although life expectancy…

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