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July 20, 2021
Researchers have established a link between drug rebates and higher costs to patients
Healthcare spending in America has remained a prominent topic of debate, with much concern over the rising list prices and out-of-pocket costs for patients seeking prescription drugs. Associated with these increasing costs is the industry practice of using rebates to lower drug costs for insurers. A University of Washington-led study examined cost and price data…
July 14, 2021
Co-designing a technology intervention to support the health and development of children
The King County’s 2018-2019 Community Needs Assessment revealed that infants from racially and economically marginalized groups encounter the highest rates of infant mortality and lowest birth weights compared to any other population. King County has offered developmental screening services and virtual information to help child caregivers address this issue. However, there is growing consensus among…
July 13, 2021
Research finds health professionals can offer context in process to restrict firearm access
Washington State law allows citizens to file an Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO), a civil order to temporarily restrict an individual’s access to firearms due to concern that the individual poses an extreme risk of harming themselves, others, or both. By law, health professionals cannot independently file on behalf of a petitioner. Still, their professional…
July 8, 2021
Spotlight: David Townes’ dedication to international humanitarian work
Dr. David A. Townes, University of Washington professor of Emergency Medicine and adjunct professor of Global Health, has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to international humanitarian work and educating the next generation of humanitarian professionals. In addition to his academic roles, Townes is a board-certified physician in Emergency Medicine. He earned his M.D. from the University…
July 7, 2021
UW researchers offer a roadmap for more robust modeling of pedestrian mobility
Researchers from the University of Washington Allen School’s Taskar Center for Accessible Technology have developed a framework for modeling how pedestrians with varying needs and preferences navigate the urban environment. This framework holds the potential to improve pedestrian experiences, redress mobility concerns and expand the accessibility of urban landscapes. The team created a personalized pedestrian…
July 1, 2021
Learning from past emergencies to improve the pandemic response
By investigating government policy responses to large-scale crises, a team including a faculty member from the University of Washington’s Evans School of Public Policy & Governance found that a centralized approach can achieve goals more effectively and efficiently. In times of crisis, government approaches to procuring goods and services may be interrupted or dramatically altered….
June 30, 2021
New research finds heat limits worker productivity in tropical deforested areas
According to new research from the University of Washington Departments of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences and Atmospheric Sciences, workers in deforested areas are less productive than their counterparts in forested regions. The study examined agricultural workers in rural Indonesia, examining the health of workers and their productivity levels in areas experiencing tropical deforestation. Through…
June 24, 2021
Collaboration with the Undergraduate Research Program promotes population health
An ongoing partnership between the University of Washington Population Health Initiative and the Undergraduate Research Program (URP) has introduced and supported undergraduate students in their endeavors to tackle pressing population health challenges. The Undergraduate Research Program (URP) supports undergraduate students as they navigate their way to research opportunities. The URP offers students a wealth of…
June 23, 2021
UW project uses smartphone or computer cameras to measure pulse, respiration rate
Throughout the pandemic, telehealth appointments have proved a critical tool for providing healthcare while minimizing in-person contact. However, remote appointments have prevented healthcare providers from collecting patients’ vital signs in real-time. To address this issue, a team led by University of Washington researchers has developed a new method that utilizes the camera on a person’s…
June 22, 2021
Initiative and CoMotion co-fund grant to better treat and prevent tuberculosis
The Population Health Initiative and CoMotion have announced the joint award of a Population Health Innovation Fund grant of $50,000 to Sarah Iribarren, UW assistant professor of Biobehavioral Nursing and Health Informatics, for her project, “Tuberculosis Treatment Support Tools (TB-TSTs).” The award is intended to fund a research project that simultaneously supports the University of…
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