For some, July 4 celebrations may reveal underlying needs. As we near Independence Day, many towns in the United States will inevitably celebrate the holiday with some spectacle of fire,…
My hope is that from this pandemic we gain a generation of scientists, engineers, and technologists who are determined to approach public health with a dedication to creating equitable solutions.…
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…
Substance use disorder is a disease, not a personality flaw or moral failing. Yet, the language that has evolved around this disease is stigmatizing and reinforces the concept that people…
In 2017, the number of reported pregnancy-related deaths in the United States increased to 17.3 deaths per 100,000 live births. This number is up from 7.2 deaths per 100,000 live…