Databyte Archives

10.07.2026 Barbed wire security fence silhouetted against a clear blue sky. Concept of incarceration, imprisonment, freedom

How Incarceration Affects Community-Wide Health

Incarcerated people had a 40% higher risk of premature death than those who were not in jail. They were also 3 times more likely to overdose.

Fellow Priyanka Athalye

10.02.2026 Close up of man pushing shopping cart with groceries through the store.

SNAP for Better Heart Health

States with low barriers to SNAP participation saw fewer heart disease-related deaths than states with more eligibility restrictions.

Fellow Priyanka Athalye

09.30.2026 A close-up photo of a fishing rod and reel during a fishing trip. The background shows calm, out-of-focus water.

Something's Fishy...

Invasive parasitic worms infect 93% of freshwater fish, making raw consumption risky without proper freezing first.

Fellow Rylie Lillibridge

09.22.2026 Young Asian woman wearing medical scrubs, filming herself talking about health-related topics. Medical influencer concept

Health Equity

Medical Professionals: Not Your Average Influencers

In a recent study, only 20% of the information shared by medical influencers online was supported by strong scientific evidence.

Fellow Farah Nimeri

09.21.2026 young father holding child

Disease
Chronic Disease

Becoming a Dad Too Soon May Be Bad for the Heart

Younger fathers may face unique challenges and stressors that contribute to poorer long-term heart health. (From 2024)

Fellow Jude Sleiman

09.16.2026 Exhausted new mother leans against baby's crib. Postpartum depression concept

Posting Signs of Postpartum Depression

The language used in new mothers' social media posts may reveal early warning signs of postpartum depression.

Fellow Rylie Lillibridge

09.14.2026 Young child with band-aid on upper arm, signifying recent vaccine inoculation

Politicized Vaccines, Avoidable Deaths

More children with Democratic parents received their first MMR dose on track with vaccine schedules than children with Republican parents.

Fellow Priyanka Athalye

09.11.2026 Closeup of a forearm with visible eczema irritation, red patches, sensitive, dry skin affected by atopic dermatitis, dermatology concept showing chronic allergy symptoms skin condition

Closeup of a forearm with visible eczema irritation, red patches, sensitive, dry skin affected by atopic dermatitis, dermatology concept showing chronic allergy symptoms skin condition

The Changing Climate Is Leading to Itchier Summers

The heat, humidity, and air pollutants caused by wildfire smoke can leave patients with an increased risk of eczema flare-ups.

Fellow Farah Nimeri

09.09.2026 A Little Free Library with books inside on a rural neighborhood street

Health Equity

Improving Health Literacy One Book at a Time

Little Free Libraries stocked with health-related books may be a promising way to promote health literacy in rural areas. (From 2024)

Fellow Dani Weissert

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