Pregnancy Associated Breast Cancer

An Epidemic within a Pandemic: The Two-Year Surge in Opiate Abuse. By: Meaghan Kincaid, MPH. Millions of Americans have been a part of this story with the opiate epidemic causing widespread abuse/mistreatment creating an unprecedented public health crisis.

The Effect of Shortened Sleep on Dietary Consumption. By: By: Lauren Krasucki, PT, DPT

Are your teenagers getting enough sleep? The National Sleep Foundation recommends 8-10 hours of sleep per night for those 14-17 years of age, yet less than one-third of adolescents obtain at least 8 hours of sleep per night. Insufficient sleep has negative effects on attention, reaction time, and mood, and research has shown that chronic unhealthy sleep habits are associated with an increased risk for obesity, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, poor mental health, and premature death.

Onwards and Upwards: The Mile High Climb to Achieving Health Equity

By: Charisse Allen

With 2022 being in full force, it may be time to reflect upon the year we have just completed. While it would be incredibly easy to solely focus on all that has gone wrong, all that has continued to go wrong, and the room for improvement we so desperately have within the field of Public Health, it may be time to set our sights on what has changed and positively affected many Americans.

A COVID Crisis for Incarcerated Persons

By Meaghan L Kincaid, MPH

Giving Women the Attention They Deserve
By: Charisse Allen

In lieu of Women’s History Month, it is important to reflect upon the struggles women have had to endure, but also take a moment to celebrate how far they have come. From the Women’s Suffrage Movement to the ongoing fight for equal pay, women have truly been at the forefront of some of this country’s most pressing issues; however, an area we are still falling short is the inclusion of women in health research. Luckily, a group of intelligent, strong and determined women are dedicated to altering that narrative.

Mushroom Consumption May Serve As A Protective Factor Against Depression, by Dr. Lauren Krasucki

Addressing Period Poverty, by Amrit Bhogal

Contributing Factors to Mental Health Issues Among U.S. Children

By: Charisse Allen

Can An Extra 10 Minutes of Physical Activity Each Day Help Us Live Longer?

Author: Lauren Krasucki, PT, DPT

By: Meaghan L. Kincaid.

Prioritizing Safe Black Motherhood with Digital Innovation

By: Charisse Allen