With no federal regulation to address gun violence, safety measures like lockdown drills and armed personnel are commonplace in schools. But these practices take a toll on student mental health.
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The built environment and health are intricately connected, so community planning and policies need to be tailored to the context in which we live.
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As Americans age, participating in daily accessible physical activity like stair climbing can reduce the risk of disease and improve overall health.
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Despite efforts to mitigate biases in courtroom sentencing, judges issue harsher sentences for defendants with more stereotypically Black names compared to stereotypically White names.
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From increased risk of injury to toxic chemical exposure, the public health consequences of artificial turf fields are too deep to ignore.
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As neighborhood disadvantage increases, the adolescents living there show greater mental health concerns, including an increased risk of depressive symptoms and suicidality.
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Entering the carceral system leaves many without insurance coverage, even after release.
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As rates of food insecurity continue to rise across the country, cities are exploring innovative solutions to address the nutritional needs of their diverse communities.
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In Boston, rising rents are forcing poor individuals and families to wait for affordable housing, with the average waitlist time being around 3 years.
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Those with higher educational attainment report less work limitations as they age compared to those with lower educational attainment.
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