U.S. Population Growth Slowed Dramatically in 2025 as Immigration Dropped, New Data Shows
By asoares
International migration fell 54%, leading to nation’s slowest rate of growth since 2021. Among states, South Carolina grew fastest.
Area of Expertise: Aging and Depopulation
Five Facts and Trends We’re Watching in 2026
By asoares
Care, the future of work and AI, and other themes we’re keeping an eye on in the new year
We, the (Fewer) People!
The consequences of demographic change as a “megatrend” of our time are not a far destiny anymore but more and more felt in our direct living environment: within families, neighborhoods, municipalities, and regions.
As Dementia Rises, More Older Americans Are Getting Care at Home. It’s Not Without Challenges.
Families face the financial burden of paying out-of-pocket for care not covered by Medicare and Medicaid and the emotional toll of day-to-day caregiving.
People @ PRB: Introducing Apoorva Jadhav, Our New Senior Fellow
By asoares
As our new Senior Fellow, Dr. Jadhav will help PRB explore the global shift to lower fertility—and the implications for health, well-being, and rights.
7 Trends Reshaping the Health and Lifespans of America’s Rapidly Aging Population
Experts point to key dynamics challenging policymakers, health care planners, and families
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03/18/2025. Washington, DC – GTL Conference at the Fairmont in Washington, DC on March 18, 2025.
New Data Reveal Appalachia’s Economic Improvements, Key Vulnerabilities Compared to the Rest of the U.S. Economy
Report from ARC and PRB finds decreased unemployment, increased labor force participation, and higher homeownership in Appalachia—but the Region still lags behind the U.S.
Data Collection and Access, Cognitive Health, Fertility Plans, Aging, and Family Instability Highlighted at the 2025 PAA Conference
The conference offered researchers and practitioners a platform to discuss new work in 272 sessions and hundreds of poster presentations.
Older Americans With Dementia Are More Likely to Suffer a Debilitating Fall. Targeted Interventions Could Help.
By asoares
In an aging country, understanding fall risk and supporting caregivers with evidence-based strategies to mitigate it are increasingly urgent.