Disparities in Community-Based Naloxone Distribution in New York City
While overdose prevention programs in New York City distributed nearly 80,000 naloxone kits in a single year, some areas of the city face barriers to getting the life saving drug into the hands of people who need it most.
...moreKids See Food, They Eat It
Food and drink advertising for children is largely unregulated, resulting in companies promoting unhealthy products and targeting low-income children.
...moreBleeding for Change: Menstrual Inequities in Carceral Settings
Access to sanitary menstrual products is an ongoing challenge for incarcerated women, impacting their mental and physical health and well-being.
...moreThe Cost of Stability: Affordable Housing and Health
Housing assistance programs are associated with reduced anxiety and stress, and increased feelings of control. But these programs alone cannot solve the health challenges associated with housing instability.
...moreCommunity Violence Streetwork: Paved with Good Intentions
Community violence interventions, like streetwork teams, can bring a sense of trust and healing to those deeply affected by gang-related violence.
...moreBridging the Substance Use Treatment Gap
Bridge clinics have emerged as innovative models of care for those seeking treatment for substance use disorder, cutting through the challenges these individuals have faced in other health care settings.
...moreDon’t Drink the Bleach: Understanding Conspiracy Theories and Misinformation
COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy and belief in misinformation were found to be symptoms of the same underlying traits, including perceived victimhood, conflictual behavior, and political ideology.
...morePromoting Housing Stability: Eviction Prediction
Helping the unhoused population requires not only finding stable housing for those without shelter, but also keeping people from losing their homes in the first place.
...moreCaring for the Caregiver
As the population ages, caregiving from an immediate family member is on the rise. But this informal care can take a detrimental toll on the caregiver’s mental, physical, and financial health.
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