view article - Insuring Immigrants 02.10.2020 view article - Insuring Immigrants Health Equity Policy Insuring Immigrants Many lawfully present immigrants remain uninsured due to fear, confusion about eligibility policies, and difficulty navigating the enrollment process. Fellow Oluwatobi Alliyu
view article - New Moms, No Insurance 02.04.2020 view article - New Moms, No Insurance Sexual & Reproductive Health Maternal Health New Moms, No Insurance Insurance coverage disparities still exist between mothers of different races and ethnicities despite the Affordable Care Act. Fellow Oluwatobi Alliyu
view article - Sexual Assault While Serving 01.28.2020 view article - Sexual Assault While Serving Health Equity Violence Sexual Assault While Serving The Department of Defense will encourage reporting, connect survivors to services, and hold offenders accountable in response to sexual assault. Fellow Jori Fortson
view article - Fish Switch 01.23.2020 view article - Fish Switch Environment Climate Change Fish Switch The concentration of a potent neurotoxin, methylmercury, in saltwater fish is increasing as a result of climate change and overfishing. Fellow Julia Garcia
view article - The White Picket Fence 01.21.2020 view article - The White Picket Fence Health Equity Housing The White Picket Fence The gap between White and Black homeowners has reached its widest margin in 50 years, underscoring the need for new, transformative legislation and action. Fellow Greg Kantor
view article - Contributions to Congress 01.16.2020 view article - Contributions to Congress Health Equity Policy Contributions to Congress Political Action Committees supported by physician organizations may be unknowingly giving to candidates and legislators who oppose firearm safety measures. Fellow Julia Garcia
view article - Universal Coverage Contradictions 01.14.2020 view article - Universal Coverage Contradictions Health Equity Policy Universal Coverage Contradictions Contradicting views on Medicare for All from the electorate may slow the pace of bringing a meaningful health plan for the country. Fellow Julia Garcia
view article - Housing Transgender Veterans 01.10.2020 view article - Housing Transgender Veterans Health Equity Housing LGBTQ+ Health Housing Transgender Veterans The number of transgender veterans experiencing homelessness increased by 89%, while the rate of homelessness among the general population dropped by 48%. Fellow Julia Garcia
view article - Public Health Without Public Funds 01.09.2020 view article - Public Health Without Public Funds Health Equity Policy Public Health Without Public Funds There is growing consensus about the role and importance of public health among policymakers, but increasing federal monies have not followed. Fellow Oluwatobi Alliyu