Digging Deeper brings EHF staff and trusted partners together to analyze the research topics and health trends that are central to EHF’s vision for a healthier Texas.
AI in Safety-Net, Rural, and Underserved Health Care: Why the Stakes Are Different
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly entering health care including safety-net, rural, and underserved settings, where access, capacity, and workforce constraints are most acute. Across the literature, AI is described as a tool that can support clinical decision-making, improve outcomes, and expand access. But those same systems also raise concerns about bias, data limitations, and uneven
Food-Related Value-Added Services in Texas Medicaid: A Comprehensive Overview
The passage of HB 26 reflects growing momentum among Texas policymakers, philanthropic organizations, and health advocates to invest in prevention and address non-medical drivers of health.
What We Heard When We Asked—and Why It Matters for Health Philanthropy Now
Listening as a Form of Stewardship
What Makes Diabetes Prevention Interventions Effective?
Results From a Scoping Review of Evidence-Based Behavioral Interventions for Diabetes Prevention in US Adults
What EHF Learned in 2025: A Recap of our Policy Research Reports
When we align policy, financing, clinical care, and community action, Texans get healthier—and the system gets smarter.
2025 Digging Deeper Digest: A Year Framed by Data, Partnership, and Policy
Spotlighting systems, policies, and partnerships that shape the health of Texans