Health Policy studies

As a national leader in health care, Kaiser Permanente is a major force in the discussion about U.S. health care. Our research team joins public policy discussions and contributes expertise to national advocacy groups and government advisory committees. We also share research results with others to help them provide opportunities for healthier living in their communities.

Antimicrobial resistant E. coli before and after California Senate bill 27 (ARES): a natural experiment

This study will allow us to comprehensively evaluate the casual link between food animal use of antibiotics, food product contamination, and human disease. These findings will inform future policy interventions towards a potentially modifiable source of AMR to reduce the burden on human populations nationally and globally.

Principal Investigator:

Sara Yee Tartof, PhD, MPH

Funding Source:

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Funding Years:

2017 - 2023

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GWU/Wellcome 1 Feasibility

To collect preliminary data to support the larger Wellcome grant.

Principal Investigator:

Sara Yee Tartof, PhD, MPH

Funding Source:

The George Washington University

Funding Years:

2018 - 2022

Impact of Sugary Beverage Taxes on Weight and Health Outcomes after 3-5 Years

This study uses electronic health records to determine the effects of sugary beverage taxes initiated in 4 Northern California cities compared with control cities in Northern and Southern California. Outcomes include weight change trajectories and prevalence of overweight and obesity among children and adults, and incidence of diabetes among adults with prediabetes. Pre-specified sub-analyses include examining differences by race/ethnicity, age groups, and neighborhood socioeconomic status.

Principal Investigator:

Deborah Rohm Young, PhD, MBA

Funding Source:

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

Funding Years:

2020 - 2024

Improving Blood Pressure and Treatment Strategies in Young Adults

About 20% of US young adults have high blood pressure (BP), however, the optimal BP screening and treatment strategies in young adults are unknown. Many young adults are not aware of their high BP, and are not recommended for BP lowering medication, partly due to the lack of evidence. The overall goal of this study is to determine the optimal BP screening intervals and identify subgroups of young adults with high cardiovascular risk who may benefit most from BP lowering medications.

Principal Investigator:

Jaejin An, PhD

Funding Source:

National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)

Funding Years:

2021 - 2026

Learning from California Senate bill 27: a natural experiment

This study complements an ongoing R01 study to provide more compelling evidence regarding the impact of SB27 by examining all major meat types (chicken, turkey, pork and beef) that may be impacted by the bill. Likewise, we include collection of the frank foodborne pathogens, Salmonella and Campylobacter, to provide additional insights into the potential effectiveness of this policy intervention.

Principal Investigator:

Sara Yee Tartof, PhD, MPH

Funding Source:

Wellcome Trust

Funding Years:

2018 - 2023