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May 11, 2026 News from Brown

Expanding Medicaid coverage lowered death rates for young adults with kidney failure

A study led by Brown University researchers suggests that expanded health insurance coverage may significantly improve survival and care quality in this high-risk population.
April 22, 2026 News from SPH

Community-driven research: Brown’s School of Public Health invests in local priorities

Five new partnerships will pair Brown faculty with Rhode Island organizations to address critical issues facing the state, including private equity in healthcare, substance use disorders and nursing home stability.
April 16, 2026 News from SPH

When UnitedHealth bought doctor practices, Medicare Advantage spending rose but care stayed the same, study finds

The findings of the working paper offer a behind-the-scenes look at what can happen as major health insurers expand into owning and operating physician practices.
April 2, 2026 News from SPH

Distance to opioid treatment programs limits methadone access in many U.S. jails

A new study highlights how geography and regulations can block a lifesaving treatment for people in custody.
March 31, 2026 News from SPH

Jada Owens: Pivot to policy

After witnessing stark racial disparities in Alzheimer’s care, Jada Owens pivoted from medicine to policy. The Brown Health Equity Scholar is headed to D.C. for a one-year Winston Fellowship to help shape the future of U.S. health care.
March 30, 2026 News from SPH

Researchers identify the keys to preventing hospitalizations during nursing home flu outbreaks

Using new statistical methods, researchers from Brown University find that rapid treatment of at least 70% of residents with antivirals within 48 hours reduces hospitalizations by 21%.

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