produced by: Boston University School of Public Health
Working night shifts takes a toll on one’s health, but a recent intervention may help nurses better adjust to their changing schedules.
On gender inequities in science and the need to uplift all genders to advance and elevate the work of science.
From 2019 to 2022, e-scooter injuries nearly tripled, with the use of alcohol and other substances playing a key role in injury risk.
Policies that address poverty can have positive spillover effects on broader outcomes, including improving child well-being.
If 200 million adults chose to cut their red and processed meat intake by 30%, over one million cases of type 2 diabetes could be prevented.
The maldistribution of the dental workforce across the country disproportionately affects the health of rural and uninsured populations.
On researchers’ transdisciplinary ventures and their role in fostering innovation across the scientific enterprise.
The average American consistently consumes over 50% of their daily at-home calories from ultra-processed foods.
Working night shifts takes a toll on one's health, but a recent intervention may help nurses better adjust to their changing schedules.
The more time young people spend scrolling on social media, the more likely they are to develop anxiety and attention difficulties.
Gender-specific differences in how depression develops from childhood to early adulthood highlight the need for tailored prevention programs.
LGBTQ+ youth are disproportionately affected by eating disorders due to stressors such as discrimination, harassment, and trauma.
Expanding SNAP eligibility criteria could be a vital step in addressing food insecurity as a driver of substance use.
More and more people are willing to spend thousands of dollars and subject themselves to invasive procedures for a full head of hair.
On gender inequities in science and the need to uplift all genders to advance and elevate the work of science.
Policies that address poverty can have positive spillover effects on broader outcomes, including improving child well-being.
If 200 million adults chose to cut their red and processed meat intake by 30%, over one million cases of type 2 diabetes could be prevented.
The maldistribution of the dental workforce across the country disproportionately affects the health of rural and uninsured populations.
On researchers' transdisciplinary ventures and their role in fostering innovation across the scientific enterprise.
The average American consistently consumes over 50% of their daily at-home calories from ultra-processed foods.
From 2019 to 2022, e-scooter injuries nearly tripled, with the use of alcohol and other substances playing a key role in injury risk.
Prolonged noise exposure can result in negative mental and physical health outcomes, including heart disease, hearing loss, and anxiety.
Despite the safety warnings, people are using e-bikes and scooters unsafely, leading to a rise in injuries.
Cities with higher rates of biking and more biker-friendly infrastructure tend to be safer for all road users, including pedestrians.
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.
Among low-risk pregnant mothers, Black mothers were 149% more likely than White mothers to undergo an unscheduled C-section.
In states where Medicaid covers 12-month supplies of birth control pills, most contraceptive users only receive a 1-3-month supply at a time.
Despite growing awareness of the condition, around 75% of women with PCOS go undiagnosed.
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.
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.
Public Health Post is a daily population health publication written by Boston University School of Public Health students and leading public health experts. Every day, we spotlight critical intersections in public health and social justice to advance conversations about health in the United States.
