Databyte Archives

02.05.2025 A close-up image of a packet of birth control pills

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.

Fellow Jude Sleiman

01.31.2025 illustration about symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

Despite growing awareness of the condition, around 75% of women with PCOS go undiagnosed.

Fellow Dani Weissert

01.29.2025 3D Render of Digital Background with Different Online Services. Fake news spread on social media concept

Combating misinformation requires the combined efforts of social media platforms, users, and society as a whole.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

01.27.2025 Lonely tired stressed woman alone in a dark room

American adults with both an unhealthy diet and poor sleep habits are more likely to experience depressive symptoms.

Fellow Heather Sherr

01.24.2025 Wildfire in a forest with large flames leaving a large cloud of black and white smoke

Chronic exposure to air pollutants contributes to and worsens skin conditions, highlighting yet another ill effect of a changing climate.

Fellow Lia Musumeci

01.22.2025 Aerial view of car driving on road among dark green pine forest

Switching to electric vehicles powered by clean energy could save $84-188 billion in health care spending and lost productivity by 2050.

Fellow Jude Sleiman

01.17.2025 A couple stressed out and fighting during pregnancy

Restrictive divorce laws in some states not only fail to protect pregnant individuals but may also actively contribute to harm.

Fellow Dani Weissert

01.16.2025 Cropped shot of a man pushing a cart while shopping at a grocery store

ICE detainer requests create a culture of fear among immigrants, preventing lawful immigrants from using safety net programs like SNAP.

Fellow Heather Sherr

01.14.2025 Young pregnant woman looking out the window

Only 18 states offer comprehensive pregnancy care for undocumented mothers in the United States.

Fellow Dani Weissert

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