Herman Kiefer Health Complex was the only dedicated STD clinic in Detroit until it was forced to close its doors in 2013 due to the inability to pay for maintenance. With help from the CDC, Detroit reestablished STD safety net services.
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PHP fellow Qing Wai Wong speaks with Abdul El-Sayed about his term as Health Director at the Detroit Health Department and his decision to run for governor of Michigan.
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Starting in March of 2014, Detroit residents with overdue water bills could find their water disconnected without warning. At the root of the Detroit water shutoff is the question: is water a public utility or a right?
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The waterproof and nonstick qualities of the PFASs lend themselves well for use in consumer products such as nonstick pans, outdoor clothing, and firefighting foam. But research has linked PFASs to cancer, thyroid disease, and immune suppression.
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Recently released inmates are at a high risk of death. The Transitions Clinic Network (TCN) assists former inmates with medical care, mental health and substance use treatment, housing, food, and employment.
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Genetics, age, nutrition, and diet can contribute to low birth weight. Recent research suggests another factor to consider—the level of crime in the mother’s neighborhood.
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Insurers can pass charges from out-of-network providers directly to the patient. This practice, called balance billing, can result in surprise medical bills.
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The gender pay gap begins to affect women shortly after college, when they have similar experience and qualifications as their male counterparts.
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The obstacles to successful communication between researchers and policymakers are significant. Are academics turning to social media to share their research?
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