The United States spends more than $800 billion on Medicare health benefits for adults 65 and older annually, yet little is known about whether the program, first established in 1966, helps Americans live longer lives.
The University of Maryland-led center will generate nature-based research, honor communities historically disenfranchised from nature and use programs to advocate the restorative benefits of nature.
At the annual Maryland Research Excellence Celebration, over 200 outstanding scholars and researchers, nominated by their deans, were recognized for their research success and visibility.
The Sexual and Gender Diversity Learning Community (SGDLC) Certificate program is designed to help address gaps in understanding LGBTQ+ mental health care and improve service outcomes for LGBTQ+ persons.
Professor Amelia Arria, director of the Center on Young Adult Health and Development and an expert on the risk of substance use problems among adolescents and young adults, discusses how this change may impact the health of teens and adults.
