produced by: Boston University School of Public Health
On science’s past shortcomings in training the next generation of scientists and how we can do better for the future.
Combating misinformation requires the combined efforts of social media platforms, users, and society as a whole.
Younger adults, women, and those with higher educational attainment were more likely to believe climate change will harm their health.
American adults with both an unhealthy diet and poor sleep habits are more likely to experience depressive symptoms.
Chronic exposure to air pollutants contributes to and worsens skin conditions, highlighting yet another ill effect of a changing climate.
The persistent inequity in COVID-19 vaccination rates has had daunting health, social, and economic consequences worldwide.
On the unavoidability of bias in science and the importance of identifying and admitting to our own biases.
Switching to electric vehicles powered by clean energy could save $84-188 billion in health care spending and lost productivity by 2050.
American adults with both an unhealthy diet and poor sleep habits are more likely to experience depressive symptoms.
Tackling the stigma surrounding hoarding is essential for enhancing treatment outcomes for individuals living with hoarding disorder.
Early school start times often force teens to wake up before their bodies are fully rested, negatively impacting their academic performance.
There is a growing gap in mental health treatment use among single adults who may have a need for these services.
Hookah use is rising among high school and college students, but few of these young people are aware of the health risks associated with it.
Native Americans are facing an uptick in opioid-related deaths, highlighting the need for more culturally sensitive interventions.
On science's past shortcomings in training the next generation of scientists and how we can do better for the future.
Combating misinformation requires the combined efforts of social media platforms, users, and society as a whole.
On the unavoidability of bias in science and the importance of identifying and admitting to our own biases.
As Trump takes office, Biden's IRA faces potential repeal, threatening drug price protections for Medicare and privately insured Americans.
ICE detainer requests create a culture of fear among immigrants, preventing lawful immigrants from using safety net programs like SNAP.
On the importance of values and how science can help us either implement or reconsider them.
Younger adults, women, and those with higher educational attainment were more likely to believe climate change will harm their health.
Chronic exposure to air pollutants contributes to and worsens skin conditions, highlighting yet another ill effect of a changing climate.
Switching to electric vehicles powered by clean energy could save $84-188 billion in health care spending and lost productivity by 2050.
Living close to active oil and gas development sites may increase rates of stress and depression among women trying to conceive.
Billions of cigarette butts are littered across U.S. streets and sidewalks. Marginalized communities bear the brunt of this pollution.
Despite ongoing safety measures and public education efforts, severe pediatric poisoning cases continue to rise.
Restrictive divorce laws in some states not only fail to protect pregnant individuals but may also actively contribute to harm.
Only 18 states offer comprehensive pregnancy care for undocumented mothers in the United States.
Following the implementation of a strict abortion ban in Texas, there was a 12.9% rise in infant deaths across the state.
Vaginal squirting is a normal response to sexual stimulation, but myths surrounding squirting may perpetuate shame and reduce pleasure.
Marni Sommer, professor of sociomedical science at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, discusses her work as a menstrual equity researcher and advocate.
In a recent viral study of tampons, all products tested contained measurable amounts of multiple toxic metals, including lead and cadmium.
The persistent inequity in COVID-19 vaccination rates has had daunting health, social, and economic consequences worldwide.
The Mini-PASS initiative shows that portable water systems can be a safe, effective alternative to modern plumbing in rural communities that lack infrastructure.
AI chatbots can share useful health information, but to be effective, they must use trusted sources and simple language to bridge knowledge gaps.
In 2020, unused hotels were transformed into critical COVID-19 response infrastructure, offering valuable lessons for future public health crises.
As global temperatures rise, dengue fever is emerging as a growing threat in regions once considered low-risk.
Higher levels of antimicrobial resistance were present among those living in more vulnerable, disadvantaged communities.
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