Databyte Archives

08.22.2025 gloved hand of scientist taking a sample of wastewater

Wastewater surveillance is a reliable public health tool, but expanding its reach is essential for disease response and health equity.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

08.20.2025 Palm trees twisted by strong winds. Natural disaster concept

Natural disasters and health emergencies disrupt preventive care, delaying early detection and treatment of common conditions.

Fellow Rowena Lindsay

06.30.2025 Portrait of an older Black man working in his garden

Cancer survivors who maintained a garden for one year were more likely to show key health improvements than those who did not.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

06.23.2025 Back yard outdoor garden faucet with drop of water

Water systems in low-income areas and communities of color were more likely to exceed contaminant limits and fail basic operations.

Fellow Aidan Stotz

06.16.2025 Clothes on hangers in a store. Fast fashion concept

While fast fashion may appeal to budget-conscious consumers, the industry generates 1.2 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions annually.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

06.11.2025 closeup image of Black man holding medication in hands; antidepressant concept

Over 70% of men say they would discontinue taking antidepressants if they regularly experienced sexual dysfunction.

Fellow Bernadette Carter-Salmond

06.10.2025 aerial shot of mobile health clinic site during COVID-19

During health emergencies, people with lower incomes and limited access to care were more likely to seek support at mobile clinics.

Fellow Mallika Chimpiri

06.09.2025 Broken cigarette with scattered tobacco for smoking cessation concept

Research shows that quitting smoking adds years to your life, no matter when you stop. But the earlier you quit, the greater the reward.

Fellow Aidan Stotz

06.04.2025 Exterior of urban building with windows and air conditioning units

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

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