Health Equity Archives

06.04.2025 Exterior of urban building with windows and air conditioning units

Sun's Out, Guns Out

Firearm violence in public housing has been shown to increase with rising temperatures, but access to air conditioning may mitigate this risk.

Fellow Bernadette Carter-Salmond

06.02.2025 Senior woman measuring blood pressure at home

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Beyond the Hospital: Remote Care, Lower Costs

Remote monitoring devices offer a promising way to track patient vitals and alert providers to changes before they become life-threatening.

Fellow Rowena Lindsay

05.29.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

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Open Science, Open Access

In the final Observing Science essay, a look at the costs and benefits of open and accessible science for all.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

05.28.2025 portrait of a young man scrolling through his phone with neon ultraviolet studio background

Mobile Apps to Overcome Sexual Health Stigma

Health apps offer confidential care, making them effective outlets for promoting HIV testing and PrEP initiation among sexual minority men.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

05.27.2025 portrait of a young man is sleeping soundly on a cozy bed, embracing a pillow while surrounded by soft white linens, captured in a serene and calm moment within a home setting.

portrait of a young man is sleeping soundly on a cozy bed, embracing a pillow while surrounded by soft white linens, captured in a serene and calm moment within a home setting.

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Beyond Beauty Sleep: Why Consistency in Sleep May Prolong Your Life

People with inconsistent sleep patterns had a 29% higher risk of dying than those consistently getting 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night.

Fellow Aidan Stotz

05.22.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

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The Curious Case of Scientific Publishing

On the process of scientific publishing, its strange mechanics, and who is responsible for sponsoring and supporting this work.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

05.21.2025 Doctor hands performing plastic surgery in the operating room.

If BBL Safety Measures Exist, Why Are Mortality Rates So High?

Despite the efficacy of ultrasounds in reducing mortality during Brazilian butt lift procedures, many surgeons are opposed to using them.

Fellow Bernadette Carter-Salmond

05.15.2025 "Observing Science" title and mission on dark grey background

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On Apostasy

From the printing press to social media, how we communicate about science is changing. And we must adapt to ensure public trust.

Guest Author Sandro Galea

Editor Michael Stein

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