Closing the Data Gap: Tracking national health trends from cyclosporiasis to GLP-1 usage

Monday, September 21, 2026, 1 p.m.

Access to up-to-date health data is as important now as ever, even as traditional sources for data on disease outbreaks and healthcare utilization become less reliable. Learn how Epic Research is filling that gap with their recently launched Health Alerts, new data trackers showing GLP-1 usage and obesity trends, and regular studies on timely topics such as how prediction markets and legalized gambling are affecting rates of gambling disorders.

Panelists: Caleb Cox, Jackie Gerhart

Sponsor: Presented by Epic

Location: Virtual session

Tickets: Free online registration at captimesideafest.com/

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