Original Research

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder affecting approximately 100,000 individuals in the United States, with the highest prevalence among African American populations. The disease is characterized by malformed red …

Public Health Implications of Sickle Cell Disease in View Park–Windsor Hills Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by progressive memory loss and cognitive impairment. While typically a medical diagnosis, Alzheimer’s disease also presents significant public health implications. This report aims to investigate …

Bridging the Gap in Dementia Care: Analyzing Socioeconomic Determinants and Policy Solutions for Baltimore’s Citizens over 50 Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States (CDC, 2024). Elderly Chicanx populations in San Diego experience significantly higher CVD incidences and mortality rates than white populations …

Addressing CVD Prevalence Among San Diego Chicanx Elderly Using A Public Health Lens Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is among the most common mental health conditions affecting adolescents aged 13–18 in the United States. San Diego, California, exhibits particularly high rates of GAD among low-income, Latino, …

Taking on Generalized Anxiety Disorder Among San Diego Teenagers: Raising Awareness Through Public Health Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a brain disorder characterized by the persistent use of drugs despite detrimental consequences to oneself or others (NIDA, 2020). SUD develops through a combination of genetic predisposition, …

Virtual Healing: Trauma-Informed Solutions for Youth Addiction in Richmond, Virginia Read More »

This publication is produced in partnership with Project UNITY’s Catalyst Academy Class of 2025, a student public health research and education program. Abstract Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, affects an estimated 2.4 to 3.1 million people in the US, with healthcare costs around $8.5 billion in 2018.4 The disease is …

The GUTS Initiative: Evaluating Immunosuppressive Therapy for Underserved Communities for Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Chicago Read More »

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 …

Tackling Childhood Obesity Across Houston: A Public Health Approach Read More »

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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