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Westat’s staff of more than 2,000 are located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC. Additional staff are located at Westat’s data collection survey processing facilities, at our Telephone Research Center facilities, and throughout our nationwide field operations. Westat also maintains research offices near our clients in Atlanta, Georgia; Cambridge, Massachusetts; Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Houston, Texas; and San Antonio, Texas. We have international offices in Beijing, China; Liberia, Costa Rica; Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Bangkok, Thailand. Westat is committed to providing accessible media on Facebook. Should you experience difficulties with any posted media, please send us a message. An alternative format will be provided upon request. Comment Standards

We welcome and look forward to your thoughts and comments! Westat is committed to maintaining an open and honest dialogue with you and will take comments and feedback into consideration. By using or accessing the Westat page on a social media site, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of the site. We request that you only post comments and/or content that is relevant to the topic being discussed and refrain from advertising or promoting goods or services. Treat others respectfully and adhere to all federal, state, and local laws. Violations of these standards may result in being blocked or having the comment/content removed. We retain the discretion to determine which comments to respond to and which comments violate our comment standards. We also reserve the right to remove and/or not allow comments to be posted. Westat will not edit comments to remove objectionable content. The views expressed within posted comments do not necessarily reflect those of Westat. If a comment or post concerns you, please message Westat social media directly at [email protected].

12/06/2024

Holidays can be dangerous times on the nation's roadways, in part because of impaired driving. It’s National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, and the National Safety Council is reminding us to avoid driving while impaired, whether it be due to alcohol consumption, fatigue, or any other cause.

Drunk driving, also known as driver impairment, can be caused by just a single drink, causing a decline in visual function, mental judgment and motor skills.

12/05/2024

Fevers, chills, and coughs, oh my! During National Influenza Vaccination Week, CDC reminds us that it's not too late to get your flu shot. Protect yourself and your loved ones from flu's serious symptoms. https://ow.ly/UEVb50UlIYI

12/04/2024

Join Westat recruiters Wednesday, December 18th, from 10:00am - 12pm EDT for a WorkSource Montgomery Virtual Hiring event! Registration is free but required:

WESTAT will be interviewing potential candidates virtually for available positions.

12/01/2024

Today is , a day to unite with others around the world to prevent HIV, support people with HIV, and remember those who have lost their lives to an HIV-related illness. Let’s . https://bit.ly/3DhBLWI

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving! Here’s a slice of turkey trivia: Did you know that just six states produce 67% of all turkeys in the United States? Check out more fun Thanksgiving facts from U.S. Census Bureau to impress your dinner guests! https://ow.ly/yyEi50UcXkw

11/27/2024

How do varying disability measurement approaches affect policy? Recent Health Affairs published research co-authored by Westat's David Wittenburg and colleagues examines survey data collection methods to help policymakers better identify and support the disability community. Read more:

Disability is defined in many ways, which creates confusion and makes it difficult to develop effective policies. New research highlights how the Washington Group focuses on identifying those at risk of exclusion, using scaled responses to capture varying levels of difficulty.

11/26/2024

People around the country will be travelling for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, ready to celebrate with friends, family, and turkey. If you’ll be on the road make sure to for a safe journey!

11/26/2024

How is data transforming nursing home care post-COVID? In a Q&A interview, Laurie Coots Daras, PhD, shares how the pandemic reshaped Westat's data analytics approach and which methods proved most effective for quality improvement in nursing homes. Read the full interview:

Westat’s Laurie Coots Daras, PhD, a Vice President for Behavioral Health and Health Policy, was recently asked how the pandemic impacted Westat’s approach to data analytics and what innovative analytic methods proved most effective in managing quality improvement and oversight activities in nurs...

11/25/2024

Westat is excited to welcome Elizabeth Mannshardt, PhD, who is our new Vice President and Director of Statistics and Data Science. Elizabeth brings over 20 years of experience as a statistician and data scientist in government, academia, and industry to Westat, where she will help drive our commitment to delivering cutting-edge, data-driven solutions.

Elizabeth Mannshardt’s expertise in statistical methodologies and data science, plus her leadership skills, will further strengthen Westat’s capacity to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions to clients.

11/22/2024

Planning your Thanksgiving feast? Keep food safety on the menu! CDC has essential tips for storing, thawing, and cooking your turkey safely to make sure the only thing memorable about your holiday meal is the delicious taste.

Store, thaw, handle, and cook raw turkey to prevent foodborne illness.

11/21/2024

We had a great time meeting and networking with our public health colleagues at ! Our experts presented on maternal health, child nutrition, and more, and supported the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Community Engagement Alliance (CEAL)'s presence at APHA. Couldn't make it? Get the highlights directly from our experts on what our presence offered attendees.

Westat staff made their mark at the 2024 American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting and Expo, which was held in Minneapolis, Minnesota,

11/20/2024

Congratulations to Westat’s Raji Riggs, Associate Vice President and certified Senior Professional in Human Resources, who has recently been awarded the 2024 Rockville Chamber of Commerce Service Excellence Award. This well-deserved award reflects Raji’s dedication and commitment to excellence.

11/14/2024

How can public and private funders overcome barriers to create more equitable grant opportunities? A recent Westat report, included in the U.S. Department of Labor’s Chief Evaluation Office newsletter offers practical strategies for promoting equity in grantmaking, equipping policymakers and practitioners with actionable insights.

Westat authored 5 new materials that were recently highlighted in an issue of The Evidence Insider, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Chief Evaluation Office's (CEO) newsletter.

11/14/2024

Join Westat's Food and Nutrition experts at the 2024 National WIC Association's Nutrition Education and Breastfeeding Conference in Baltimore (Nov 19-21)! As WIC celebrates 50 years of service, our experts will present on the latest in nutrition education and breastfeeding support research. This year's theme, "Nourishing Generations," looks ahead to WIC's next 50 years of supporting families nationwide.

Westat's Food & Nutrition experts will attend the 2024 National WIC Association's Nutrition Education & Breastfeeding Conference in Baltimore, MD from November 19-21.

11/13/2024

Westat experts are presenting at 2024 Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management (APPAM) Fall Research Conference (Nov 21-23) in National Harbor, MD! Join us for insights on food & nutrition policy, Social Security Insurance, and equitable evaluation practices. Visit our booth to explore research opportunities and careers with Westat, just minutes from our HQ. See our full presentation lineup: https://ow.ly/m3n450U5GRN

Westat experts are presenting at the 2024 Association for Public Policy and Analysis Management (APPAM) Fall Research Conference.

11/12/2024

Dive into new materials on how advanced data automation can make information more accessible and actionable from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Chief Evaluation Office (CEO). Many new resources were authored by Westat and were recently highlighted in the CEO newsletter.

Westat authored 5 new materials that were recently highlighted in an issue of The Evidence Insider, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Chief Evaluation Office's (CEO) newsletter.

11/11/2024

Only 6% of the US population over the age of 18 are veterans. We are honored to recognize the contributions of all veterans and their families. Thank you to our 15.8 million military veterans, including our Westat colleagues who have served. Learn more about our Veteran population from the U.S. Census Bureau and share your appreciation for them in the comments. https://www.census.gov/newsroom/facts-for-features/2024/veterans-day.html

11/08/2024

Recent Westat research “Bridging the Gap for New Americans,” that was featured in U.S. Department of Labor's Chief Evaluation Office newsletter, examines strategies for highly skilled immigrants to transition into the U.S. workforce. Read more:

Westat authored 5 new materials that were recently highlighted in an issue of The Evidence Insider, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Chief Evaluation Office's (CEO) newsletter.

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Westat, demonstrating technical and managerial excellence since 1963, is recognized as one of the foremost research, statistical survey, and communications organizations in the United States. We provide services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Expertise • Data Collection & Management • Clinical Trials • Statistical Research & Survey Methods • Evaluation • Communications & Social Marketing Staff and Locations Westat’s staff of more than 2,000 are located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC. Additional staff are located at Westat’s data collection survey processing facilities, at our Telephone Research Center facilities, and throughout our nationwide field operations. Westat also maintains research offices near our clients in Atlanta, Georgia; Cambridge, Massachusetts; Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Houston, Texas; and San Antonio, Texas. We have international offices in Liberia, Costa Rica; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Bangkok, Thailand. Westat is committed to providing accessible media on Facebook. Should you experience difficulties with any posted media, please send us a message. An alternative format will be provided upon request. Comment Standards We welcome and look forward to your thoughts and comments! Westat is committed to maintaining an open and honest dialogue with you and will take comments and feedback into consideration. By using or accessing the Westat page on a social media site, you agree to abide by the terms and conditions of the site. We request that you only post comments and/or content that is relevant to the topic being discussed and refrain from advertising or promoting goods or services. Treat others respectfully and adhere to all federal, state, and local laws. Violations of these standards may result in being blocked or having the comment/content removed. We retain the discretion to determine which comments to respond to and which comments violate our comment standards. We also reserve the right to remove and/or not allow comments to be posted. Westat will not edit comments to remove objectionable content. The views expressed within posted comments do not necessarily reflect those of Westat. If a comment or post concerns you, please message Westat social media directly at [email protected].