Medicaid Cuts Could Push Vulnerable Older Adults Into Nursing Homes
Medicaid cuts enacted under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R.
Region: Northern America
Is Medicare Advantage Really an Advantage?
More than half of people with Medicare are now enrolled in Medicare Advantage, up from about one in five two decades ago.
Texas Abortion Ban Linked to Rise in Severe Complications From Pregnancy Loss
When Texas enacted a total abortion ban in 2022, it changed the legal landscape for pregnancy care. Because the medications and procedures used to treat miscarriage are also used in abortion care, the policy may have influenced how clinicians manage pregnancy complications.
From Boom to Imbalance: How Population Change Is Straining Public Pension Systems in the United States
Population Bulletin vol. 79, no. 1
Counting Young Children in the 2030 Census: Setting a Research Agenda
By Julia Greene
Young children, particularly infants and toddlers, have historically been undercounted at higher rates than any other age group. A recent convening identified critical evidence gaps and outlined a research agenda designed to inform census planning and improve outcomes for children.
Report: The Latino Working Class: America’s Economic Engine
By Julia Greene
PRB and UnidosUS are exploring the characteristics of the Latino working class, offering insights to inform policies that expand economic opportunity.
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.
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
PDF. The 2025 Appalachian Regional Commission Chartbook
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.