Health Systems

The Heart’s Changing Beat

Since 1970, deaths from ischemic heart disease have drastically declined. But deaths from other heart conditions have risen by 81%.

The Mental Cost of Heartbeat Acts

Following the Texas Heartbeat Act, women across the state reported a 6.1% increase in mental distress, with young women most affected.

A Generation Growing Up Sick: Chronic Conditions in Young Adults

In the last ten years, rates of obesity, depression, high blood pressure, and other chronic conditions have increased among young adults.

The Court Case That Preceded Thousands of Preventable Gun Deaths

Since McDonald v. Chicago, the number of pediatric firearm deaths has surpassed pre-decision trends in states with the most permissive laws.

The Caregivers Holding Up America’s Health System

The Trump administration’s restrictive immigration policies are destabilizing a health care workforce the country cannot afford to lose.

Brain Blitz: Fumbling the Health of Our Athletes