Databyte Archives

01.16.2020 a graph of a man with a green stripe

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

01.14.2020 a graph of health supporters

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

01.10.2020 a graph with different colored rectangles

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

01.09.2020 a graph of a diagram

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

01.07.2020 a map of the united states

Health Equity
Policy

Cravings for a Reality Check

A surge in respiratory illness and death associated with vaping and electronic-cigarette use calls on health agencies and departments to prevent new cases.

Fellow Jori Fortson

12.19.2019 a graph of the states of health care

ACA Enrollment Update

For now, the ACA survives. In many places, it has stabilized, allowing the millions of Americans who obtain insurance to become healthier.

Fellow Julia Garcia

12.17.2019 a graph of different colored bars

An Invisible Driver of Medical Costs

Cost of care for individuals with both behavioral and medical conditions can be two to three times higher than for individuals with only medical illness.

Fellow Oluwatobi Alliyu

12.03.2019 a graph of a number of cases

Rise in STIs

Substance use, unstable housing, and reduced condom use among young people and men who have sex with men are part of the increased number of cases of STIs.

Fellow Jori Fortson

11.27.2019 a map with a number of locations

Parks as Violence Prevention

Parks and Recreation Departments can be strong, nontraditional partners in promoting resilience and preventing violence among youth.

Fellow Jori Fortson

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