About NPCH
The C.S. Mott Children's Hospital National Poll on Children's Health, located within the University of Michigan Health System's Division of General Pediatrics' Child Health Evaluation and Research Unit, measure current national public opinion, perceptions and priorities regarding major health care issues and trends for U.S. children and people in their communities..
Why is the NPCH being conducted?
Timely findings from the NPCH will contribute to national public dialogue on children’s health and health policy. Findings may also inform new policy initiatives and research ideas regarding a wide range of children's health issues, including obesity, bullying, insurance coverage, preventive services, access to care, smoking and substance use, and other top health concerns for children and adolescents.
How is the NPCH being conducted?
The NPCH measures the opinions and perceptions of a nationally representative sample of approximately 2,000 U.S. households - with and without children. The sample is obtained by using an innovative, rigorous, established web-based survey technology provided by a private vendor (Knowledge Networks). Each sample is subsequently weighted to reflect the latest population figures from the U.S. Census Bureau. Several children’s health topics are addressed in each poll.
The NPCH Team
Director
Matthew M. Davis, M.D., MAPP, associate professor of pediatrics, internal medicine and public policy at the University of Michigan Medical School and the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy.
Associate Director
Sarah J. Clark, M.P.H., research assistant professor
Manager and Editor
Dianne C. Singer, M.P.H., research associate.
Data Analyst
Amy Butchart, M.P.H., programmer analyst
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