Research Archives

06.30.2026 basket of radishes sit on wall of an urban garden

Reaping the Benefits

Urban agriculture brings environmental and social benefits to communities. But challenges around access and inclusivity remain. (From 2023)

Fellow Barbara Espinosa

06.29.2026 Pregnant woman on sofa at home, close-up. Home birth concept

Obstetric Care Disappears as Home Births Rise

While some mothers prefer to have a home birth, others are finding themselves with few options as nearby labor and delivery units disappear.

Fellow Kylee Cochran

06.24.2026 Kratom flower blooming on mitragyna speciosa tree in nature. Natural, herbal substance concept

The Rise of Herbal Supplements and Their Hidden Risks

Calls to poison centers due to complications with herbal supplements like kava and kratom are up 383% and 1,200%, respectively.

Fellow Rylie Lillibridge

06.10.2026 Yellow and white umbrella on a blue sky for protection from the sun on the beach

Burning Questions: Why U.S. Sunscreens Fall Short

Only 1 in 4 sunscreens on the U.S. market offer sufficient sun protection and are free of concerning ingredients. (From 2024)

Fellow Jude Sleiman

06.03.2026 People with raised hands, silhouettes of concert crowd in front of bright stage lights

Turning Down the Volume on Hearing Damage

Loud music at concerts and festivals can cause long-term hearing loss. Earplugs offer a solution, but only if people wear them. (From 2024)

Fellow Heather Sherr

05.19.2026 Dentist examining patient's teeth. Dental care concept

Massachusetts Medicaid Dental Benefits: What Is at Stake?

Projected cuts under the OBBBA will roll back adult dental coverage, pushing patients from preventive care to costly emergency departments.

Guest Authors Ashwini Ranade, Astha Singhal

05.13.2026 Turf field with shadows and field lines

Grass Is Always Greener

From increased risk of injury to toxic chemical exposure, the public health consequences of artificial turf fields are too deep to ignore. (From 2024)

Fellow Sean Hagan

04.29.2026 a white pillow and a white pillow

Who Gets to Sleep?

Black women report less sufficient sleep quality and duration compared to their White and Hispanic counterparts. (From 2020)

Fellow Edward Alexander

04.22.2026 Looking up at sunlight peeking through the trees

Nature's Prescription: How Green Spaces Can Improve Health

Exposure to nature aids in stress management and inflammation reduction, and creates opportunities for connection and community. (From 2024)

Fellow Jude Sleiman

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