Public health

Health care spending gap between high- and low-income Americans widens, study finds

New UChicago-led research shows growing divergence in outpatient and prescription drug spending, raising questions about access, affordability

GLP-1 drugs may hold few benefits beyond physical health, study finds

Research from UChicago economist finds no measurable shift in mood, employment or marriage among people taking medications such as Ozempic

Medicaid work requirements could cause 1 million missed cancer screenings

UChicago Medicine researchers find funding cuts and eligibility changes could drive thousands of undetected cancers, with younger and vulnerable adults hit hardest

For millions of Americans on Medicaid, turning 19 can mean losing health coverage

A new UChicago-led study reveals a sharp spike in disenrollments, leaving young people with complex medical needs especially vulnerable

New study highlights link between eviction rates and gun violence

Research from UChicago underlines the protective role of social cohesion in disadvantaged neighborhoods

From clinic to canvas, a UChicago physician brings an artist’s eye for detail

Asst. Prof. Nathaniel Glasser uses sociology to understand how masculinity influences men’s health

World’s first pollution market cuts emissions and lifts profits, study finds

Cap-and-trade market in India reduced air particulates by up to almost a third while also reducing industrial costs

For Anthony Fauci, COVID-19 pandemic has underscored value of humility

At UChicago event, expert stresses importance of data, transparency—for COVID-19 and beyond