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AcademyHealth's New Tracker Reveals Impact of AHRQ Grant Cancellations

AcademyHealth’s new resource offers a clear picture of the collective impact of dismantling the only federal agency focused on health services research.

Posted Jul 31, 2026

Topics Advocacy Delivering Better Care Hospitals & Health Systems

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AHRQ Has Begun Canceling Research Grants. Here's What We Know.

Researchers across the country are receiving notices that AHRQ is ending funding for ongoing projects. In the latest Situation Report, AcademyHealth examines what we know so far, why it matters, and how these cancellations could affect the future of health services research.

Posted Jul 16, 2026

Topics Advocacy

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From Proof to Practice: Impact at Scale

Date & Time September 24-25, 2026 Location Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center | Washington, D.C.

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2026 Health Policy Orientation

An intensive, in-person introduction to health policymaking — featuring expert presentations, interactive panels, and small group discussions.

Date & Time October 26-28, 2026 Location AcademyHealth Office | Washington, D.C.

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2026 Health Datapalooza

From Proof to Practice: Impact at Scale

Date & Time September 24-25, 2026 Location Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center | Washington, D.C.

Upcoming Event

2026 Health Policy Orientation

An intensive, in-person introduction to health policymaking — featuring expert presentations, interactive panels, and small group discussions.

Date & Time October 26-28, 2026 Location AcademyHealth Office | Washington, D.C.

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19th Annual Conference on the Science of Dissemination and Implementation in Health

Elevating the Science of Dissemination: Leveraging Tools to Improve Clinical, Community, and Public Health Practice

Date & Time December 13-16, 2026 Location Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center | National Harbor, MD

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Understanding School Medicaid - Part 3: The Implications of H.R.1 on School Medicaid and School Health Services

School Medicaid stands at a crossroad. At a time when students’ health care needs are growing, school Medicaid plays a critical role in supporting student health and learning. Yet, H.R.1 jeopardizes this sustainable funding source for schools across the country, raising concerns about the future of school health services and students’ well-being.

Posted Sep 10, 2026 By Ngan Bui

Topics Advocacy Access to Care Insurance, Medicare & Medicaid

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Doulas Are Jumping Through “A Lot of Hoops” To Serve Medicaid Clients

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and AcademyHealth are studying doulas’ experiences with Medicaid reimbursement. The team conducted 16 focus groups with 58 doulas across 6 states to understand the challenges they faced, what made their experience easier, and the benefits of their services for Medicaid clients.

Posted Sep 9, 2026 By Elizabeth A. Mosley, Ph.D., M.P.H.

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The Evidence Effect: How AHRQ Helped Hospitals Reduce Harm and Improve Patient Safety

Patient safety research helps turn evidence into better care. In the latest Evidence Effect story, hear from former AHRQ Director Dr. Robert Valdez about how a national patient safety initiative helped hospitals reduce harm and improve outcomes for patients nationwide.

Posted Sep 8, 2026

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