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The University of Washington Health Promotion Research Center (UW HPRC) conducts community-based research that promotes the health and well-being of middle-aged and older adults in collaboration with with local, regional, and national partners.

We have been working to build healthier communities for more than 30 years as a current and initial member of the Prevention Research Centers (PRC) network with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

News & Updates

New Grant to Boost Cancer Screening Among Limited English-Proficient Populations

HPRC Investigator in Cancer Prevention & Control Dr. Linda Ko has received a $250,000 grant to increase cancer screening among limited English-proficient (LEP) populations by building the capacity of community health workers (CHW) to select, adapt, and implement evidence-based interventions (EBI) for cancer prevention and control. Her team has developed an implementation strategy called Implementation Studio to...

Student Honored in Husky 100 during 2022

Each year, UW recognizes 100 undergraduate and graduate students who are making the most of their time at the university. We are excited to share that one of the students supporting the center's work has been named to the Husky 100 — Sheharbano Jafry. She is a third-year undergraduate, who has been supporting the information navigator blog as part of the Partnership for Vaccine Confidence project.

Training Adapted to Expand Access to Depression Care for Older Adults

The center is excited to launch a new version of the PEARLS Coach Training that is fully remote and online. PEARLS coaches are the heart and soul of an organization’s PEARLS. They are the staff at community-based organizations who meet one-on-one with older adults to help them build the skills they need to live happier, healthier, and more independent lives.