The 2026 U.S. midterm elections will shape far more than the political landscape\, they will influence the future of public health\, health care\, and the policies that affect communities acro ss the country. Join leading scholars\, policymakers\, practitioners\, and civic leaders for a timely conversation examining what the election results reveal about governance\, public trust\, and the opportunities and challen ges ahead for improving population health.
Hosted by WashU Bursky Sch ool of Public Health’s Policy & Structural Soluti ons (PS2) research network\, this convening will move beyond election a nalysis to explore what comes next. Through keynote presentations and exper t discussion\, participants will consider how political realities shape hea lth policy\, where meaningful progress remains possible\, and how evidence can inform decision-making in an increasingly polarized environment.
This event is designed for anyone interested in the intersection of health\ , policy\, and democratic governance. Whether you work in public health\, h ealth care\, government\, academia\, or the nonprofit sector\, the convenin g offers an opportunity to engage with national thought leaders\, exchange ideas across disciplines\, and help identify practical\, forward-looking pr iorities for improving population health in the years ahead.
Registrat ion required.
For more information\, please see the event webpa ge.
Questions?
Please contact ThuVan Dinh at dinht@wustl.edu.
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