Warming temperatures are allowing disease causing insects to survive further north than ever before. Vector control is currently the only viable solution to combating mosquito and tick-borne illnesses as vaccines…
Through data provided by OptumLabs, BUSPH researchers found that days of extreme heat were associated with a higher risk of emergency department visits for any cause, heat-related illness, renal disease,…
Health inequities, through the lens of climate change, stem from disparities across the board. Learn more about how factors such as zip code, living conditions, and behaviors influence vulnerability to…
Zero-emission environments have been a trending topic for quite some time. As scientists urge every one of us to do our part in assessing and minimizing our carbon footprint, our…
Hurricane Katrina, the most destructive hurricane to hit the United States, displaced more than one million people. Many of those people never returned home. In the 15 years since Hurricane…
We spend the majority of our time at home and indoors, so ensuring that you’re creating a healthy home environment is a significant factor in protecting your overall well-being. There…