Read on Washington's November 2025 Advocacy Update
This month’s “Read on Washington”, available only to AcademyHealth members, includes updates on appropriations, another canceled USPSTF meeting, rumors of new ACA replacements, and more.
Being Non-Partisan When Everything is Political
AcademyHealth is a nonpartisan organization operating in an industry, and an era, where almost everything is seen through a partisan lens. Balancing those facts is critical to our mission.
Scientific Evidence Is Clear. New CDC Language on Autism & Vaccines is Wrong
The CDC’s sudden decision to add misleading language about a possible link between vaccines and autism is a dangerous departure from settled science. Our latest statement explains why this shift matters for public health, for policymakers, and for trust in federal science.
AcademyHealth's Situation Report: Research Funding Delays, ACA Tax Credit Debates Continue
In this issue of AcademyHealth's Situation Report, we examine intensifying debates over ACA tax credits, the ripple effects of delayed federal research funding, and emerging federal actions that could reshape vaccine policy and the public health workforce.
Chiles v. Salazar: SCOTUS Justices’ Skepticism of Science Undermines Evidence-Based Policymaking
Multiple SCOTUS justices actively undermined established science during the Chiles v. Salazar oral arguments. Such rhetoric and legal perspectives by judges, especially those in our nation’s highest court, call into question the role of research in evidence-based policymaking.
AcademyHealth Joins Forces with Leading U.S. Biotech Company to Close Gap Between Research and Real-World Care
New fellowship program will build capacity in implementation science to ensure evidence makes a difference for patients
AcademyHealth’s Situation Report: Changes to Medicare Advantage, ACA Subsidies Remain Uncertain
In this issue of AcademyHealth’s Situation Report, we highlight proposed policy changes to Medicare premiums and Medicare Advantage while debates related to extending ACA tax credits continue—all of which could affect health care coverage for millions of people
AcademyHealth Welcomes New Leaders to 2026 Board of Directors
AcademyHealth adds three new directors and a student representative to terms on its Board of Directors, strengthening our dedication to advancing health services research and policy.
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.
Industry and Philanthropy Must Fund the Last Mile of Vaccine Delivery
AcademyHealth Chief Programs & Science Officer highlights why renewed investment in vaccine delivery health services research is essential and why private industry and philanthropy must help safeguard public health and vaccine infrastructure.