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Welcome to the AcademyHealth blog, together with our members, we promote interaction across the health research and policy arenas by bringing together a broad spectrum of players to share their perspectives. Here we offer important perspectives from people passionate about expanding access to care, reducing costs and improving quality, as well as updates on AcademyHealth activities relevant to the community.

Blog Post       AcademyHealth Advocacy is Making a Difference

AcademyHealth Advocacy is Making a Difference

When evidence was under threat, AcademyHealth led the charge to defend it — and the field took notice. We’re proud to announce that AcademyHealth will receive the Paul G. Rogers Distinguished Organization Advocacy Award for our leadership in protecting AHRQ and mobilizing the health services research community.
Posted Nov 17, 2025 By Kristin Rosengren
Topics Advocacy
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That Wasn't Very MAHA of You: How the Proposed Veterans Affairs Abortion Ban Ignores Science

Neglecting established research demonstrating the necessary role of abortion in the lives of veterans and their families, the Veteran Affairs’ proposed rule to ban abortion for its health care beneficiaries does not adhere to this administration’s commitment to Make America Healthy Again, radical transparency, or gold-standard science.
Posted Nov 12, 2025 By Valerie Ernat, J.D.
Topics Advocacy
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AcademyHealth Receives National Advocacy Award from Research!America

At a time when evidence-based policy is under pressure, AcademyHealth’s steadfast advocacy for research and data is earning national recognition. Research!America has honored the organization with an advocacy award for its leadership in protecting AHRQ and advancing the field of health services research.
Posted Nov 11, 2025