Research Archives

06.20.2019 a white pills in a silver package

Time for Plan B

It’s more important now than ever that we understand women’s experiences accessing and using birth control, including their use of emergency contraception.

Guest Authors Brigette Courtot, Emily Johnston, Adele Shartzer

06.19.2019 a close up of money

Understanding the Cost of Insulin

Insulin prices have steadily increased into being often unaffordable. The drug patent system and lack of regulations may be big contributors to the problem.

Fellow Julia Garcia

06.17.2019 a man sleeping on the ground

Homes for Homeless Don’t Guarantee Food

Implementing a meal delivery program for food-insecure permanent supportive housing residents can prevent health problems associated with food insecurity.

Fellow Jori Fortson

06.14.2019 a bottle of red nail polish

Pushing Policy for Polishes: On Toluene

Changes in nail product formulation and better ventilation in nail salons can reduce solvents like toluene, improving the health of nail technicians.

Guest Author Diana Ceballos

06.13.2019 a close-up of an open book

Sexual & Reproductive Health
Adolescent Health

Communicating Sexual Health for Somali Youth

It is necessary to recognize the cultural and religious influences in Somali youths' lives to offer creative ways to communicate sexual health information.

Guest Author Caroline Kingori

06.11.2019 a painting of a man on a wall

Health Equity

Immigration Enforcement: A Public Health Crisis

The negative economic, psychological, and social consequences of immigration enforcement show that it is both a humanitarian and public health crisis.

Guest Author Lisa Martinez

06.10.2019 a close up of a can pull

Warning: Sweet Drinks Ahead

In the midst of a nationwide obesity epidemic, taxing and labeling policies on sugary drinks can work together to help consumers make healthier choices.

Fellow Greg Kantor

06.07.2019 a man and woman sitting on a bench

Meaningful Relationships and Aging Well

With people living longer, practitioners must re-examine how health systems meet the needs of older Americans and better prepare them for quality living.

Fellow Oluwatobi Alliyu

06.05.2019 a close up of a face carved into a rock

Bleak Futures for Oglala Sioux Youth

Young people in Pine Ridge and other reservations around the US deserve the same opportunities as their peers to live longer and healthier lives.

Guest Author Emily George

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