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Tackling Childhood Obesity Across Houston: A Public Health Approach

Medicine, Original Research, Volume 6 Issue 1 • February 8, 2026

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Childhood obesity is a growing public health issue in the United States, with exceptionally high rates among low-income and minority communities. In Houston, Texas, the condition is particularly prevalent, as many families …

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Addressing Colorectal Cancer in Early Adulthood: A Sioux Falls Public Health Plan

Medicine, Original Research, Volume 6 Issue 1 • February 1, 2026

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Colorectal cancer is characterized by abnormal cell growth that originates in the colon or rectum. Polyps, or growths, occur on the inner lining of the large intestine and are most common in …

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Understanding the Relationship between Physical Activity and Sleep Quality in Adolescents in Baltimore County, Maryland

Medicine, Original Research, Volume 6 Issue 1 • February 1, 2026

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Adolescents aged 13–17 in Baltimore County, Maryland have experienced significant declines in physical activity and sleep quality, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. These two health behaviors are closely linked …

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Lung Cancer Risk in Construction Workers in Cincinnati, Ohio: A Public Health Perspective

Medicine, Original Research, Volume 6 Issue 1 • January 28, 2026

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Lung cancer, characterized by abnormal cell growth in the lungs, is projected to affect an estimated 226,600 people in the United States in 2025.1 In addition to smoking, occupational hazards contribute to …

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M.A.M.A: Mobilizing Activism for Maternal Access in Clifton, Ohio

Medicine, Original Research, Social Science, Volume 6 Issue 1 • January 19, 2026

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Maternal mortality is a critical issue in the United States, particularly for Black women. This is not solely a medical concern, but rather, a public health emergency rooted in systemic racism, lack …

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Investigating Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in African and Latin Americans from Chicago

Medicine, Social Science, Volume 4 Issue 1 • December 31, 2024

This publication is in proud partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy 2024 Summer Program. Abstract Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a significant sleep disorder affecting millions of Americans. With only ⅕ of Americans affected by obstructive sleep apnea receiving diagnosis and treatment, there is a need for more research and intervention.1 The purpose of this literature review …

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Type 2 Diabetes in Hopewell, Virginia: A Public Health Perspective

Medicine, Social Science, Volume 4 Issue 1 • December 2, 2024

This publication is in proud partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy 2024 Summer Program. Abstract By 2050, 1.3 billion people are projected to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes4. The primary drivers contributing to the disease include increased consumption of unhealthy foods and sedentary lifestyles. In order to reduce this very large number, efforts must be made …

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Preventing Peripheral Artery Disease in African Americans from Georgia: A Public Health Initiative

Medicine, Social Science, Volume 4 Issue 1 • October 20, 2024

This publication is in proud partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy 2024 Summer Program. Source : Michael Rivera, Wikimedia Commons Abstract Background: Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a chronic condition where the arteries throughout the body (outside the heart and brain) get narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow to the limbs. Outcomes of PAD include serious conditions such …

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Project Empathy: Addressing Substance Abuse in Low-Income Adolescents Across Baltimore

Medicine, Social Science, Volume 4 Issue 1 • October 13, 2024

This publication is in proud partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy 2024 Summer Program. Source: Pixabay/qimono Abstract Background: Substance abuse disproportionately affects low-income adolescents in Baltimore, Maryland. Specific social determinants of health (SDoH), such as limited educational access and preexisting mental health disorders, increase susceptibility to substance abuse and highlight the need for this medical issue to …

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The Public Health Implications of Chronic Kidney Disease in San Diego

Medicine, Social Science, Volume 4 Issue 1 • October 6, 2024

This publication is in proud partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy 2024 Summer Program. Source: Defense Visual Information Distribution Service Abstract Background: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a condition in which an individual’s kidney slowly stops functioning and they become dependent on dialysis1. CKD affects about 1 in 7 US adults. Although this condition is well-managed within …

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